Florida Elder Law & Estate Planning Blog


Jonathan Karp Recognized in Best Lawyers: One to Watch in America™
December 17, 2022

Attorney Jonathan D. Karp has been recognized in the 2023 edition of Best Lawyers: One to Watch in America™. The award recognizes Mr. Karp for professional excellence in the field of trusts and estates.  It is the second year in…

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Changes to Florida Medicaid Eligibility Rules in 2023
December 9, 2022

Medicaid law changes frequently. Our elder law attorneys carefully monitor changes in order to properly advise clients seeking Medicaid nursing home benefits. We can often recommend legal steps that allow clients to protect their assets and retain a good portion…

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Who Will Inherit Aaron Carter’s Estate?
December 6, 2022

The list of celebrities who have died without an estate plan grew by one more this November, providing yet another example of the chaos that can follow lack of planning, for celebrities and non-celebrities alike. Rapper/songwriter Aaron Carter was found…

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Don’t Take Florida Medicaid Planning Advice From Non-Lawyers
November 27, 2022

In recent years there has been a proliferation of individuals who refer to themselves as “Medicaid planners” but who are not licensed to practice law. They claim to have the expertise to help clients become eligible for Medicaid nursing home…

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Do’s and Dont’s For Talking With Your Aging Parents
November 20, 2022

Are you planning on a holiday visit with aging parents you don’t see often? This is a time to enjoy, reconnect and relax. It is also a good opportunity to see how your folks are doing and  provide any help…

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Home Caregivers: How to Hire Someone To Help Your Loved One Age At Home
November 16, 2022

If you are thinking of hiring an at-home caregiver for your loved one, listen to this podcast of Oh My God I’m Getting Older and So Is My Mom. On November 14 Attorneys Joseph Karp and Jonathan Karp had a…

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Tips on Funding Your Living Trust
November 12, 2022

When planning their estates, many Florida residents opt to create a revocable living trust. A revocable trust has many benefits: It can spare your family the hassle and expense of dealing with the probate court; provide privacy; protect you from…

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Karp Law Firm Recognized as Best Senior Law Firm in Palm Beach County
November 8, 2022

We are pleased to announce that The Karp Law Firm was voted BEST SENIOR LAW FIRM in the 2022 Palm Beach Post “Best of the Best” Awards Program.  The annual awards program shines a spotlight on local businesses, inviting readers…

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Gift Tax and Estate Tax Changes Coming in 2023
October 29, 2022

Families and individuals with significant assets will have new opportunities in 2023 to transfer tax-free wealth to their heirs. Your estate planning attorney can provide you with guidance on any gifting you should be doing to take advantage of the…

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Veterans Taking Honor Flight On November 5
October 29, 2022

On Saturday, November 5, Southeast Florida Honor Flights is escorting a group of veterans to Washington, D.C. to tour the memorials that commemorate their service: the World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the…

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