Elder law is an area of legal practice that serves the senior population. The bulk of Rothamel Bratton’s elder law work is focused on helping families pay for long term care. Qualifying for Medicaid is incredibly important to millions of families. However, just as important are many other areas of…
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Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month: Good Reminder for Long Term Care Planning
Apr 22, 2013
If you’re age 50 or older – or you care about someone who’s that age – let Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month serve as a good reminder that we all need long term care planning at some point in our lives. For most folks, age 50 is the perfect time to…
The Top 3 Things You Need to Know About Autism Awareness Month from a “Legal” Side
Apr 18, 2013
Rothamel Bratton strongly supports April as “Autism Awareness Month” because this annual designation does indeed raise awareness, both to the challenges and the solutions available to families. Autism’s Legal Challenges and Solutions One in 88 children are born with some form of autism. All of the affected families, at some…
Basic of “Trusts”
Apr 17, 2013
I often have clients come to my office to tell me that they need a trust. When asked what type of trust, I typically get a blank stare. And this is nothing to be ashamed of. Many attorneys that do not specifically practice in this area of law are also…
National Healthcare Decisions Day
Apr 15, 2013
As we get ready to celebrate National Healthcare Decision Day tomorrow, April 16th, we have a question for you to think about. When is the right time to name someone to speak for you in case of serious illness? A: WHEN YOU’RE IN GOOD HEALTH B: WHEN YOU’RE IN A…
John Rothamel Named “Rising Stars” 2013
Apr 12, 2013
Rothamel Bratton Attorneys at Law LLC is honored to announce the firm’s partner John D. Rothamel has been named New Jersey Super Lawyers “Rising Star” for 2013 by Super Lawyers magazine. Super Lawyers magazine, published in all 50 states, recognizes the top up and coming attorneys under the age of…
SCOTUS Hearings Could Have Huge Impact on LGBT Estate Planning
Apr 10, 2013
The Supreme Courts pending decision on DOMA (The Defense of Marriage Act) could drastically change estate planning for the LGBT community. DOMA, passed in 1996, defines marriage under federal law as a union between a man and a woman as husband and wife. In addition, DOMA states that a “spouse”…
Tune In to Charles Bratton This Sunday
Apr 04, 2013
Tune in this Sunday to radio 1210 WPHT as Rothamel Bratton Attorney, Charles Bratton, will be on “The Big Talker” 1210 WPHT. Mr. Bratton will be LIVE at 8:15am to discuss the approaching National Healthcare Decisions Day – April 16th 2013. National Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate &…
Why Estate Planning is NOT Just for the Wealthy: 29 Estate Planning Benefits You May Not Know About (But Should)
Mar 29, 2013
Estate planning is truly NOT just for the wealthy; estate planning is for anyone who cares about someone else. This is why the estate planning experts at Camden County-based Rothamel Bratton are available to help you make sure your plan is setup correctly. If you care, you must have a…
Congrats SJYPA on Another $30,000 Donation
Mar 27, 2013
Rothamel Bratton sends a big congratulation to the South Jersey Young Professionals Association (SJYPA) on another donation of $30,000.00 to the Salvation Army’s Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Camden, NJ, bringing their total donation to $200,000! The money was raised through sponsorships, ticket sales and auction…