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Deborah G. Matthews Law Office

Estate Planning, Trust & Estate Administration, Probate

Phone: 703.548.3699
Email: contact-info@dmatthewslaw.com

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New Medicare Tool

November 17, 2015 by D Matthews Law

Cellphone

Anyone who is approaching age 65 or already has Medicare knows it is a challenge to sort out the various options and then decide on which Medicare plan to select. That chore just got easier – there’s a new online tool to help you to make informed decisions about which plan will serve your needs […]

Technology Changing and Improving Home Care for Sick and Frail Adults

January 10, 2015 by D Matthews Law

As any caregiver can tell you, there’s never enough time in the day or help to get everything done.  Many are turning to digital resources to help care for loved ones who are ill or for frail elders. These digital resources can be hardware, websites, apps, webinars, or videos on YouTube. This comprehensive piece from […]

Have Medicare Part D? This is an important day

October 15, 2014 by D Matthews Law

Medicare

Simply assuming your current Part D plan is still your best option can cost you money. Do you have new prescription medications? Have any of your prescription dosages changed? Have you moved within your state so a different pharmacy is now more convenient? Take the time to consider which plan is best for your current […]

Preventing Financial Exploitation in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities

June 25, 2014 by D Matthews Law

Nursing Home

The good folks at the Consumer Financial Protection Board are at it again. This time they are warning about financial exploitation of residents in nursing homes or assisted living facilities. The CFPR has published a manual for operators and staff of nursing homes or assisted living facilities to protect vulnerable residents, those older and/or disabled. […]

Healthiest States for Seniors

June 19, 2014 by D Matthews Law

Seniors

Where does your state stand in the America’s Health Rankings Senior Report? Ranked as the healthiest states for seniors, overall Maryland was 10th and Virginia was 21st, DC was not ranked.  Each state’s strengths and challenges are identified. The United Health Foundation Report focused on what determines the overall health outcomes for those 65 and […]

Senior Health Website

April 6, 2014 by D Matthews Law

Doctors & Seniors

Information on about anything can be found everywhere. Going through all of that information is mind-numbing and can be confusing too. If you’re looking for information related to the health of older Americans, the National Institutes of Health has a website for you. This NIGSeniorHealth website was recently renovated keeping in mind that many of […]

Senior Citizens Handbook: Answers, Information, & Resources in Virginia

March 9, 2014 by D Matthews Law

Senior Citizens Handbook

For senior citizens, their loved ones, and caregivers, many, many questions can arise. Finding answers can seem overwhelming and very time consuming. In Virginia, there is an information rich 112-page book that covers all aspects of senior living. For more than three decades the Virginia State Bar has published the Senior Citizens Handbook: Laws & […]

Checking Out Your Doctor

February 27, 2014 by D Matthews Law

Doctors

Frequently I am contacted because a prospective client is facing a pending medical procedure and wants to have a medical agent nominated and other estate planning issues addressed. As you consider a medical procedure, what do you really KNOW about your doctor other than she seems to make sense or he took his time in […]

I’m a Successor Trustee, Now What?

November 17, 2013 by D Matthews Law

Consumer Finance Protection

You know your loved one or friend named you as trustee.  You get a call that she has been in a terrible accident.  You then realize she cannot tend to her financial matters for the near future.  Do you know how to locate her lawyer to help you get started as successor trustee?   After contacting […]

What’s A Power of Attorney Agent To Do

November 3, 2013 by D Matthews Law

Consumer Finance Protection

If you’ve been named as an agent in someone’s power of attorney, do you know what to do? Or what not to do?  The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has published a fact packed guide to help agents (attorneys-in-fact) with their fiduciary duties.

September 21: Alzheimer’s Action Day!

September 20, 2013 by D Matthews Law

Alzheimers

  Have you ever forgotten your coffee cup was on the top of your car and driven off? Spaced out on a friend’s birthday? Lost your train of thought mid-conversation? For many of us, these are simply consequences of the hectic lives we lead. For others, they may be signs of something more serious, like […]

School Is In on Health Insurance

August 7, 2013 by D Matthews Law

Come October 1st, individuals, the self-employed, and small businesses (less than 50 employees) will have new options for their health insurance. The Health Insurance Marketplace and the Small Business Health Options Program (the SHOP Marketplace) will be open for enrollment. In addition to these new marketplaces, there are also small business health care tax credits […]

Planning to retire one day?

July 24, 2013 by D Matthews Law

Retire

If your future includes retiring from work, you will want to take a look at a new Retirement Toolkit. Planning for your retirement means getting educated now on the many issues you’ll need to consider. This interactive resource will help guide you through the maze of decisions that lie ahead. This toolkit includes links to […]

National Healthcare Decisions Day: Time to decide about your healthcare

April 15, 2013 by D Matthews Law

Law Office of Deborah G. Matthews

Most of us have strong feelings about the type of health care we want and who should make our medical decisions if we are incapacitated. To highlight the importance of making decisions about your health care while you have the ability to do so, April 16, 2013, has been designated National Healthcare Decisions Day. With […]

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110 North Royal Street
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Alexandria, Virginia 22314

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  • Estate Planning
  • Probate
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  • Reimbursements for COVID Funeral and Burial Costs February 15, 2021
  • Preparing For COVID-19 Checklist March 8, 2020
  • Accessing Medical Information and Directives July 12, 2019
  • Options for Cremated Remains April 8, 2019
  • Home for the holidays, time to have The Talk: get the new year off to a good start December 29, 2015
  • Thanksgiving: A Time for Family and For Remembering November 24, 2015
  • New Medicare Tool November 17, 2015
  • Planning for Retirement: Federal Employees November 10, 2015

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AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

  • Recognition from Delegate Scott A. Surovell for suggested Legislation HB1973 – Clarifying Control of Real Estate Brokerages
  • Fairfax Bar Association, Pro Bono Attorney of the Year 2012
  • American Bar Association GP|Solo, Chairman’s Award, for her leadership of the National Solo and Small Firm Conference, August 2008
  • American Bar Association GP|Solo “Star of the Quarter”
  • Fairfax Bar Association, President’s Award, 2006

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  • “Simple Estate Planning”, Northern Virginia Pro Bono Law Center CLE – training for lawyer volunteers to assist low income seniors and people with disabilities with estate planning.

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