When many people think of sheltering their assets, they tend to wonder if this is legal. Not only is it perfectly legal, but when done by an attorney who understands how to navigate the complexities associated with Medicaid rules and regulations, is completely ethical and a smart choice for families who have income and assets they need to protect in order to maintain their standard of living. While initially unknown to many people as a viable option, it has become very popular in recent years as the preferred method of planning for long-term care. If you or your loved one is in hospice care without prior legal preparation, we understand that you’ll have a number of concerns that require immediate attention. In consideration of this, we provide on-call legal aid at any time of day or night for our clients in Long Island. We can dispatch a certified legal assistant to help draft and sign paperwork, provide legal counseling to patients and relatives alike, and explain the options available both for medical assistance and estate planning at the end-of-life stage.