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  • Estate & Disability Planning: Advanced Directive, Medical Power of Attorney, and More

    May 02, 2016

    If you’ve been putting off estate and disability planning, you’re not alone. Sitting down and formalizing directions for what to do if you’re disabled and unable to speak for yourself can generate real discomfort and unease in even the most pragmatic person — but it’s a vitally important thing to…

  • April is Couples Appreciation Month

    Apr 25, 2016

    Did you know that April is Couples Appreciation Month? Though the provenance of this particular holiday is difficult to pin down, the mission behind it is perfectly clear: take the time to acknowledge and give thanks to your better half for the love and emotional support that they provide, as…

  • Protecting Your Real Estate Investments: How A Real Estate Attorney Can Help to Protect You

    Apr 18, 2016

    Investing in real estate has long been one of the most popular methods that people choose to make money long term. Though the housing crisis of 2008 caused many people to hesitate about purchasing properties, careful consideration reveals that real estate investments are still a very good way to make…

  • How Can a Lawyer Help with Your Short Sale? Why You Should Consult a Lawyer Before You Buy

    Apr 13, 2016

    Why You Should Consult a Real Estate Lawyer Before You Pursue a Short Sale Short sales are becoming more and more common in the real estate market. Some buyers actively pursue short sales in the believe that they represent a tremendous opportunity and great value, but purchasing a home that…

  • Elder Care Coordinators: How Can They Help You?

    Apr 11, 2016

    At Rothamel Bratton Attorneys at Law, we have an experienced, dedicated Elder Care Coordinator. Our Elder Care Coordinators is an invaluable member of our life care planning and elder law team, working hand-in-hand with family members to evaluate the needs of their loved ones and making sure that a personalized plan is…

  • New Associate Attorney, Brittany Tedesco, Joins Rothamel Bratton

    Mar 07, 2016

    Rothamel Bratton Attorneys at Law LLC is pleased to announce a new addition to its team. Please join us in welcoming our newest member, Brittany Tedesco, to the Rothamel Bratton, LLC trust, estates and elder law division. In Ms. Tedesco new role, she will join attorneys Chris Bratton and Morgan…

  • Estate Planning with Blended Families – Tips from An Experienced South Jersey Attorney

    Mar 02, 2016

    Blended families are becoming more and more the norm these days. Whether an original marriage ends in divorce or as a result of the death of a spouse, when people who have children from a previous marriage marry, there are many steps that need to be taken in order to…

  • Important Answers from A Probate Attorney – What You Need to Know

    Mar 02, 2016

    Though most people are aware of the need to have a will in advance of their death, there are many who neglect to do so, leaving their loved ones unsure as to what their wishes were regarding their estate. Even the estates of those individuals who have planned carefully and…

  • Understanding Estate Planning with Trusts – What You Need To Know As You Plan Your Estate

    Mar 02, 2016

    When it comes time to start thinking about your long-term financial well being, there are a lot of tools available to help ensure that your assets will be handled in a way that best meets your goals and wishes. Trusts can be one of the most important of these tools….