Demystifying Medicaid: Arkansas Estate Planning Attorney Breaks Down the Basics

In this episode of the Juris Law Podcast, hosts Kimbrough Stephens and Shane Cox share their journeys into the field of elder law. Kimbrough reflects on his experience caring for his mother during her battle with liver cancer, which inspired him to focus on elder law after realizing the complexities involved in securing care and protecting assets. Shane, who joined Kimbrough in Little Rock in 2006, discusses his initial interest in law and how it evolved into a passion for helping the elderly. Together, they emphasize the importance of navigating long-term care and estate planning, drawing from their experiences to offer insights into providing better support for families dealing with these issues. Tune in to learn more about their rewarding careers and the critical work they do at Juris Law Group.

 

Timestamps:

[00:01:55] Understanding Medicaid complexities.

[00:04:03] Medicaid application procedural denial.

[00:06:37] Medicaid application misconceptions.

[00:10:49] Elder planning and Medicaid advice.

[00:15:25] Importance of having an attorney.

[00:16:36] Medicaid rules in nursing homes.

 

About the Show

The Jurist Law Podcast features legal experts Kimbro Stephens and Shane Cox from the Jurist Law Group. Focusing on estate planning, elder law, and asset protection, the podcast aims to provide clear, actionable insights into topics that impact families and individuals navigating later-in-life care, Medicaid, probate, and estate planning. Hosted by Matt Sky, each episode dives into legal issues affecting Arkansans, offering practical advice to listeners seeking to protect their assets and plan for the future.