In 2007 Michael received the Recognition Award from the Western Reserve Area Agency Aging and the Consortium Against Adult Abuse. This agency is a network of over 80 concerned individuals and organizations whose mission is to facilitate the identification, prevention, and treatment of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly and vulnerable adults in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina Counties. Michael has served the Lorain County Volunteer Guardianship Program and Adult Protective Services since the early 90's and this award recognizes him for the commitment of his professional career to promoting the protection of the vulnerable, older adults.
In a minor guardianship scenario, the guardian may receive funds on behalf of a minor when a parent dies without a will, or a guardian may represent the interest of a minor who is entitled to receive money from a personal injury settlement.
You do not need to spend a lot of money to create an estate plan. Estate Planning allows you to decide what will happen to your assets after your death. It allows you and your loved ones to save time and legal costs.
Wills
The first fundamental tool you will need in your estate planning is a Last Will and Testament. A will is a legal document stating how you would like to have your estate distributed upon your death. A will is filed with the court in the county where the decedent resided at the time of his or her death.
Trusts
Power of Attorney
A power of attorney is a document which is signed before two (2) witnesses and a notary public which authorizes another person, or persons, to perform the acts which are set forth in the document.