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Elder Law

Can I revoke a gift deed?

Generally, it is very difficult unless you can prove ingratitude or that the gift was made under duress/fraud.

What is a life maintenance contract?

It's an agreement where you transfer property in exchange for lifetime care and support, offering better protection than a simple gift.

How to appoint a legal supporter?

You must apply to the court, which will order a psychosocial assessment to determine the need for support.

Can I write a will without a notary?

A handwritten will is valid in Georgia, but a notarized will is much safer and easier to execute legally.

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Elder Law is a specialized field focused on the unique legal needs of older adults. In Georgia, as the population ages, the demand for services such as pension issues, asset management, healthcare decision planning, and social protection is growing. The elderly often become victims of financial exploitation, fraud, or neglect by family members. This service helps seniors and their families protect their rights, plan for the future, and ensure a dignified old age. It combines elements from property, family, and healthcare law.

Specialists on Legal.ge offer caring and qualified assistance in Elder Law:

  • Estate Planning and Wills: Drafting wills, preparing estate plans, and protecting assets for heirs.
  • Support Recipient Recognition: Legal procedures for individuals who have difficulty making decisions due to dementia or other conditions (appointment of a supporter/guardian).
  • Long-Term Care Planning: Consulting on signing contracts with nursing homes or caregivers.
  • Protection from Financial Exploitation: Legal measures against fraudulent schemes or unscrupulous relatives trying to misappropriate property.
  • Pension and Social Issues: Assistance in obtaining state pensions, social aid, and healthcare benefits.

In practice, cases are common where an elderly person is coerced into donating an apartment to a relative in exchange for a promise of care, only to be left abandoned later. A lawyer helps annul such transactions or correctly draft a "life maintenance" contract that provides real guarantees. Making medical decisions when a person loses cognitive abilities is also difficult. Advance legal planning (Power of Attorney) allows a person to choose a trusted representative themselves.

In Georgia, this field is regulated by the Civil Code, the Law "On Social Assistance," and the Law "On State Pensions." The institution of support is also important, protecting the autonomy of elderly persons with disabilities.

Working with a specialist requires not only legal knowledge but also empathy. The lawyer often works with social workers and doctors to create a protected environment for the client.

Legal.ge is your family advisor. We will help you protect your or your parents' interests so that old age is peaceful and secure.

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