Helping Families Care for Senior Citizens and Family Members with Special Needs
Law Office of Karen S. Best, PLLC provides elder law, Medicaid planning, guardianship, probate, and estate planning services to families in San Angelo, Texas.
Licensed by the State Bar of Texas · Serving San Angelo, Texas
Practice Areas
An educational, plain-language approach to elder law planning — explained here, and in every conversation with the firm.
Medicaid Planning
Planning to help a family member qualify for Medicaid coverage of nursing home or long-term care costs, within the rules that apply.
Long-Term Care Insurance Guidance
Guidance on long-term care insurance coverage and how it fits into a broader plan for aging or disability care.
Guardianship
Establishing legal guardianship when a family member is no longer able to manage their own personal or financial affairs.
Powers of Attorney
Preparing financial and medical powers of attorney so a trusted person can act on your behalf if you're unable to.
Probate & Wills
Preparing wills and handling probate, the court process of administering a person's estate after death.
Qualified Income (Miller) Trusts
Setting up a Qualified Income Trust, sometimes called a Miller Trust, for applicants whose income exceeds Medicaid's standard limit.
Special Needs Trusts
Establishing special needs trusts for disabled individuals, children of divorce, and long-term care planning, designed to protect eligibility for public benefits.
Community Resources & Referrals
Connecting families with community resources and referrals related to elder care and special-needs planning.
Resources
Plain-language answers to common questions about the firm's practice areas.
What areas of law does the Law Office of Karen S. Best handle?
The firm focuses on elder law: Medicaid planning, long-term care insurance guidance, guardianship, powers of attorney, probate and wills, Qualified Income (Miller) Trusts, and special needs trusts.
Does the firm help families apply for Medicaid?
Yes. Medicaid planning and long-term care insurance guidance are among the firm's practice areas, listed above.
What is a Qualified Income (Miller) Trust?
A Qualified Income Trust, sometimes called a Miller Trust, is used when an applicant's income exceeds Medicaid's standard income limit. It's one of the trust types the firm assists with.
What area does the firm serve?
The firm serves San Angelo, Texas and the surrounding area.
How do I get in touch with the firm?
Call (325) 227-6578 or use the contact form on this page, and the office will follow up with you.
Service Area
Proudly serving San Angelo, TX and the surrounding area.
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Contact the Firm
Share a few details about your situation, and the office will follow up with you. Prefer to talk? Call (325) 227-6578 or email info@kbestlaw.com.