Special Needs Trusts

Chicago Area Special Needs Trust Lawyer

If you are the parent or guardian of a special needs person, it is important that you realize that any inheritance they receive can affect their eligibility for government benefits. Benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid can be compromised by inheritance, gifts, and other assets, but there are steps you can take to ensure your loved one’s benefits will not be in jeopardy. At Zapolis & Associates P.C., we can establish a special needs trust to shield assets from government benefit consideration.

Are you the parent of a disabled child? Are you interested in learning more about how you can help protect their assets and help them maintain SSI and Medicare? Are you the guardian of a vulnerable or disabled adult receiving government benefits? Please contact attorney Robert Zapolis today to arrange your consultation.

Special Needs Trusts

Many parents may be interested in maintaining their special needs child's eligibility for government benefits, but they just do not know where to start. Our firm can help. By establishing a third-party special needs trust, we help protect inheritance and gifts given to your special needs child. A trust will ensure that any public and state benefits being received by your loved one are not disrupted. In addition to establishing a trust, we can discuss any guardianship concerns you may have.

OBRA 93

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (OBRA 93) established a "pay-back" system for personal injury settlements, Medicaid, and other funding. OBRA 93 allows for a first-party pay-back special needs trust and is an additional way to protect your loved one’s assets from interfering with their government benefits.

Our firm provides complete estate planning services designed to protect and plan for your family and your future. Please contact Zapolis & Associates today to arrange your consultation.