Individuals with special needs--such as developmental and intellectual disabilities and mental health disorders—must have a solid and well thought out plan in place to maintain their safety and well-being now and in the future. Proper planning can preserve eligibility for lifeline government benefits, while protecting inheritances and maintaining the desired standard of living. Our experienced and dedicated interdisciplinary team helps families navigate the matrix of governmental and private financial resources to create a plan that provides proper management of living arrangements, trustees, guardians, care managers, advocates. Having special needs family members themselves, our team is acutely aware of planning so that changing needs are accommodated.
The Special Needs Practice Group provides legal counsel and support for families of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and mental health disorders. Read more about Special Needs Planning
We work closely with family members and other trusted individuals to provide the support and other assistance a beneficiary may need. Read more about Special Needs Trusts
Our Practice Group works with families through the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court to obtain guardianship and/or conservatorship of their loved one. Read more about Guardianship & Alternatives
