Ask Julian: The Legal Show
Julian Gray Associates is a Pittsburgh based law firm that specializes in elder law, estate and disability planning. Julian will explore questions asked by people like you! Send your questions to AskJulian@grayelderlaw.com and it may be used on a future podcast. If you, or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
Episodes
June 15, 2020 • 9 min
Julian discusses changes trending in the long-term care industry as people are more concerned about living in nursing homes following COVID-19.
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June 9, 2020 • 37 min
Julian interviews Medicare guru Bill McKendree about how to make the right choices when enrolling in Medicare.
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June 1, 2020 • 10 min
Designating a beneficiary on your investments or IRA is more than just a name. Learn about different scenarios that might cause you to think twice about who is named as beneficiary of your financial assets.
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May 25, 2020 • 13 min
When designing an estate plan that involves a Trust, it is very important to understand the options for selecting a trustee. We examine the differences between individual and corporate trustees and the advantages/disadvantages of both.
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May 18, 2020 • 10 min
Julian exposes the little known secrets to getting a loved one out of a nursing home and back home while still maintaining eligibility for Medicaid coverage to pay for the home care.
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May 12, 2020 • 18 min
Julian sits down with Certified Elder Law Attorney Rob Schweitzer and discusses Rob’s recent article on how Kobe Bryant’s estate planning issues can translate to the need of non-celebrity clients and their families
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May 4, 2020 • 10 min
Julian Gray discusses the importance of planning even after “the 11th hour” to protect a home from being claimed by the State for Medicaid repayment.
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April 27, 2020 • 15 min
In this episode, Julian interviews C. Shannon Barry, who is a Board member of SOPA and co-creator of the annual Un-cathlon event, a unique sporting event which allows supporters to compete in Olympic style events along side people with disabilities to create a special experience for all.
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April 23, 2020 • 7 min
Julian Gray discusses various options to accomplish your estate planning goals through alternative communication resources as well as the new laws on the horizon for virtual notarization.
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April 10, 2020 • 20 min
Many people fear calling lawyers for a lot of reasons - some of which are accurate. However, at Julian Gray Associates, we offer a no cost initial phone interview with our Client Relations Manager to help families get moving in the right direction for their planning. In this episode, Julian interviews Courtney Bachik, a seasoned veteran of helping families in crisis to get centered and get moving towards solving their problems.
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March 19, 2020 • 10 min
Two scenarios that cause problems when it comes to cars are long term care and death. On this episode, Julian examines what happens with a car when someone uses Medicaid benefits to pay for nursing home care as well as some important tips on how to deal with a car after someone dies.
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March 12, 2020 • 9 min
With all the media buzz about guardians stealing money from those whom they are meant to protect and overall financial abuse issues involving seniors, it’s a good moment to revisit how surrogate decision-making works.
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February 20, 2020 • 12 min
I’ve found that many adult children become the stewards (and sometimes owners) of their parents’ homes as the parent ages and requires facility care. These family members frequently make mistakes about transferring the title, paying for ongoing expenses to maintain the home or even significant remodeling or additions, only to get left holding the bag later when the State Medicaid agency comes calling. We’ll discuss some ways to p...
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February 7, 2020 • 11 min
The rules for retirement planning and inheritance are changing as a result of the new SECURE Act. Julian will review the latest changes that went into effect on January 1st, 2020.
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January 9, 2020 • 8 min
Learn helpful tips to navigate the issues that arise following a medical event. If you or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
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December 6, 2019 • 32 min
Julian talks with Jack Wagner to discuss the importance of medical service dogs and the new training facility coming to Western Pennsylvania. If you or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
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November 27, 2019 • 18 min
The Holidays are here and it’s a great time to get your “stuff” in a readily findable format. If you or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
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November 21, 2019 • 20 min
Many of us may have to deal with Probate sooner or later. Find out what probate is and what causes it to be necessary when someone dies. If you or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
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November 14, 2019 • 38 min
Senior Living Advisors is a free service to help families choose an appropriate level of care for their loved one while matching their medical needs, budget, and geographic preferences. Julian Gray interviews Senior Living Advisors founder, Mary Beth St. Clair and associate Kerry Beck. If you or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
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October 31, 2019 • 43 min
Julian Gray sits down with Jill Yesko, the owner of Discover Organizing, a local company that helps families with organizing and downsizing. If you or a loved one needs help, visit grayelderlaw.com to schedule your no obligation consultation today.
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