From Medicaid planning to long-term care, our Miami elder law services are built to protect seniors and their families. Perez-Roura Law provides compassionate, experienced guidance through complex decisions involving healthcare, guardianship, and asset preservation.

As individuals age, they encounter a unique set of legal, medical, and financial challenges. Elder law addresses these issues with thoughtful planning, ensuring seniors are protected, respected, and properly cared for in every phase of life. At Perez-Roura Law, we take pride in guiding Miami families through the complexities of elder care, long-term planning, and asset preservation. Our goal is to safeguard the dignity, autonomy, and legacy of every senior client, no matter their age or health status. From healthcare directives to guardianship representation, our elder law services provide peace of mind for seniors and their loved ones alike.

What Does Elder Law Cover?

Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal services tailored to the needs of aging individuals and their families. This includes estate planning tools like wills, trusts, and powers of attorney—but it goes much further. Elder law also focuses on planning for long-term care, qualifying for public benefits such as Medicaid or VA assistance, appointing healthcare surrogates, and ensuring proper guardianship when a senior can no longer act independently. These legal services are designed to protect assets, ensure access to care, and provide a structured plan for handling medical or financial decisions if the individual becomes incapacitated.

Planning for Long-Term Care

One of the most pressing concerns for aging adults is the cost of long-term care. In Florida, nursing homes and assisted living facilities can cost thousands per month, and those costs often aren’t covered by traditional insurance. Elder law attorneys help families develop strategies to qualify for Medicaid or veterans’ benefits without depleting their life savings. At Perez-Roura Law, we guide clients through the eligibility process, ensuring legal compliance while preserving critical assets such as the family home, income-producing property, and retirement savings. We also structure trusts and gifting plans that allow for long-term protection and care continuity.

Healthcare Decision-Making and Advance Directives

Another vital component of elder law is the creation of advance directives and medical planning tools. These documents give trusted individuals the legal authority to make decisions on behalf of a senior if they lose the ability to do so themselves. Common examples include a healthcare surrogate designation, living will, and durable power of attorney. Our attorneys help clients document their wishes clearly and select appropriate surrogates who will advocate for their preferences. This planning not only reduces family conflict during emergencies—it ensures seniors receive the care they want, even when they can’t speak for themselves.

Establishing Guardianship for Vulnerable Adults

Sometimes, despite the best planning, an elderly individual may become mentally or physically incapacitated without having proper directives in place. In such cases, families may need to petition the court to appoint a guardian. Guardianship grants legal authority to manage personal, medical, and financial matters for the incapacitated adult. Perez-Roura Law supports families through every step of the guardianship process, from filing petitions to attending court hearings. We also advise on limited guardianships, when appropriate, to preserve as much independence for the elder as possible while providing necessary support and oversight.

How Elder Law and Estate Planning Work Together

While elder law focuses on the challenges of aging, it often overlaps with estate planning. Both disciplines share tools like wills, trusts, and powers of attorney—but elder law goes further by considering Medicaid eligibility, long-term care strategies, and financial abuse prevention. When done correctly, elder law planning complements your estate plan by ensuring your wishes are carried out during your lifetime and beyond. At Perez-Roura Law, we take a comprehensive approach—integrating healthcare, financial, and end-of-life considerations into one cohesive plan that evolves with your needs.

Why Families Trust Perez-Roura Law

Our Miami-based elder law firm is known for providing clear, compassionate, and customized guidance to seniors and their families. Attorney Pedro Armando Perez-Roura and his team take the time to understand each client’s unique situation—offering strategic advice in language that’s easy to understand. We work with caregivers, spouses, adult children, and other loved ones to create legal structures that ease burdens and prevent future crises. Whether you’re planning for aging in place, managing care for a parent, or trying to avoid Medicaid pitfalls, we’re here to help every step of the way.

Your loved ones deserve security, dignity, and compassion throughout the aging process. With Perez-Roura Law, you’ll get more than documents—you’ll get a partner in protection. Contact us today to begin building an elder law plan that truly supports the ones you care about most.