Drazen Rubin Law, LLC

10/25/2026

Signing a trust is not the same as funding it. Real estate, bank accounts, investments, and other assets may need to be retitled or coordinated with the plan. When funding is incomplete, families can still face probate, delays, or results that do not match the original intent.

If your trust is signed but the assets were never coordinated, the work may not be finished. Our team can help you review the funding.

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10/24/2026

Aging can bring a whole new set of legal questions: How will long-term care be paid for? Who can make decisions if help is needed? What benefits may be available? How can the family protect as much independence and stability as possible?

Drazen Rubin Law's elder law work helps Connecticut families connect those pieces before or during a care transition.

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10/23/2026

Conversations about driving, money, home safety, and future care can be uncomfortable, but waiting for a crisis rarely makes them easier. Preparation, specific observations, and a willingness to revisit the discussion can help families move forward with less conflict.

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10/22/2026

A will provides instructions for the probate court, but it does not automatically avoid probate. Whether assets must go through probate depends on how they are titled, whether beneficiaries are named, and how the overall plan is structured. A will may be important, but it is not the whole plan.

We can help you understand which additional documents your family may need.

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10/21/2026

Estate planning is not simply deciding where property goes someday. It is also deciding who can act for you during incapacity, how your family can avoid unnecessary confusion, and which tools fit the life you have built.

Drazen Rubin Law helps Connecticut families coordinate those decisions into a plan designed for real life. We invite you to explore our estate planning services and see what your plan may need to address.

Drazen Rubin Law Pathways to Prosperity approach features seven distinct pathways of inquiry that enable our team to craft basic estate planning documents

10/20/2026

When an aging parent refuses help, repeating the same argument may only make them more defensive. Listening to their concerns, offering meaningful choices, and focusing on preserving independence can create a more productive conversation.

Expert advice for reducing conflict and encouraging safer decisions

10/19/2026

Caring for an aging parent or spouse? The questions never stop. 😰

💰 Who pays for care?
🏥 What happens when the discharge call comes?
📋 What benefits are we missing?
😴 What happens when I can't do this anymore?

You are not supposed to know all of this. But someone in Connecticut does, and on November 5th, they'll all be in one room.

Join us at the 6th Annual Caregiver Symposium and get real answers from the people who run the programs: CT Paid Leave, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, AARP, the Attorney General's office, and more.

And for caregivers and families, your seat is free. RSVP now, in person or virtual: drazenrubinsymposium.com

10/19/2026

If something happened tomorrow, would the people you love know what to do? These five documents are how you answer that question before they ever have to ask it. This Estate Planning Awareness Week, check your list:

📝 A will, so your wishes guide what happens to your property and who oversees the process.

🏠 A revocable living trust, so your assets can pass to the people you love privately, without the delays of probate.

💼 A financial power of attorney, so someone you trust can manage bills and accounts if you cannot.

🩺 A healthcare directive, so your medical wishes are known and honored.

🔐 A HIPAA authorization, so the people you choose can speak with your doctors when it matters most.

Missing one? Not sure if your plan still fits your life? This is the week to find out. We can help you check every box.

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10/18/2026

Caregiving has visible costs and hidden ones. Gas, supplies, home modifications, lost work hours, and the emotional load can add up quickly. Families often do better when they put the arrangement in writing, talk openly about who is doing what, and get legal authority in place before a crisis.

Attorney Steven Rubin discusses how a little planning can lighten the load when caring for an aging parent in New Haven.

10/17/2026

Estate planning is about more than deciding who receives your property. It can also determine who may manage your finances, make medical decisions, and protect the people who depend on you if you become unable to act for yourself.

This guide provides a helpful overview of the essential pieces.

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