Butcher Elder Law

06/18/2026

Honoring Autistic Pride Day today. 🧡 Every person deserves to feel valued, supported, and celebrated for who they are. Thank you to Connecting for Kids for championing that belief across community.

Today we celebrate Autistic Pride Day.

To our Autistic friends, family members, self-advocates and community partners: thank you for sharing your perspectives, strengths, creativity and experiences with the world.

We are proud to stand alongside Autistic individuals and families as we work toward communities where everyone belongs, is supported and is valued.

💛 Happy Autistic Pride Day.

ID: Autistic Pride Day. June 18, 2026. A gold and orange infinity symbol is centered on a light gray background beneath the headline. Text reads: “Celebrating our Autistic friends, family members, self-advocates and community partners!” The Connecting for Kids logo and website appear at the bottom.

06/17/2026

'How often should I update my estate plan?'

Great question - and one many people forget to ask after getting their initial documents in order.

Review your estate plan after any major life change, including:

🔄 Marriage or divorce
🔄 Birth or adoption of a child or grandchild
🔄 Death of a named beneficiary, executor, or trustee
🔄 Significant change in your assets or finances
🔄 Moving to a new state
🔄 A serious change in health

And even without a major life event — a general review every 3 to 5 years is a smart habit.

Life changes. Your plan should too.

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06/17/2026

Estate planning myth: once you set up an irrevocable trust, it's locked forever and can never be changed.

Not true. The right trust can still give you flexibility to make changes down the road, while protecting your assets from creditors, predators, and the high cost of long-term care.
Sam Butcher explains how it works in under a minute. 👇

Have questions about your own plan? Give us a call at 440-268-8284, visit us online, or register for one of our free upcoming workshops.

06/15/2026

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Elder abuse can take many forms, and some of the most common are also the easiest to overlook, but they're often preventable with the right planning in place. A solid estate plan does more than protect assets. It protects the people you love from being taken advantage of when they're most vulnerable.

A few simple safeguards make a real difference:
1. Naming a trusted power of attorney before it's needed
2. Setting up checks so no one person has unchecked control
3. Having clear, documented wishes that everyone understands

Planning ahead isn't about fear. It's about peace of mind, for you and your family.

Questions? We're always happy to help.
440-268-8284 | butcherelderlaw.com

06/14/2026

☀️ Sunday thought:

'Peace of mind isn't just a feeling. It's something you can actually plan for.'

That's what estate planning is, at its core - not paperwork, but protection. Love made actionable.

Happy Sunday from all of us at Butcher Elder Law. 🧡

06/13/2026

Some cases are simple. Others are complicated, emotional, and high-stakes. Those are the ones that show you what a firm is really made of.

Christy came to us with her father's complex case, and her words mean the world to us:

"To say they are professional and prepared is an understatement. The work they put in with my father's complicated case was nothing short of extraordinary. I'd give a 10/10 if I could."

Thank you, Christy. Walking families through the hard ones is exactly why we do this. 🧡

If your family is facing a complicated situation and you're not sure where to start, we're here to help.

www.butcherelderlaw.com

06/12/2026

You did the responsible thing. You made a will.

Here's what most people never hear: a will doesn't keep your family out of probate. It sends them right into it. That means months of waiting, court costs, and your private business made public.

Probate is just the first surprise.

There's also the cost of care that can drain a lifetime of savings in under a year.

There's the question of who speaks for you if you ever can't.

There's the inheritance that can accidentally cost a loved one with disabilities their benefits.

The good news is that every one of these is avoidable, and it comes down to three straightforward steps.

We'll walk you through all three, in plain English, for free.

3 Easy Steps to Planning and Protecting Your Estate
Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6 PM
Strongsville Library, Rooms A&B

Seats are limited, so grab yours: butcherelderlaw.com/estate-planning-workshops

06/11/2026

We had a wonderful time at ArchWell Health's open house in Parma this week! Our own Jeff Dodge was on hand to connect with members of the community and share how planning today can protect what matters most down the road.

ArchWell Health does great work supporting adults 60+ with primary care, wellness programs, and a welcoming space to stay active and connected. We're always grateful for the chance to be out in the community alongside organizations that care about Northeast Ohio seniors the way we do.

Thanks for having us! 🧡

06/10/2026

📖 New on the blog: Who Are the Key Players in Special Needs Planning?

If you have a loved one with a disability, effective planning involves more than just one attorney. There's a whole team — and understanding who does what is the first step to building the right plan.

From the trustee who manages the Special Needs Trust to the care manager who supports day-to-day planning, each person plays a distinct and critical role.

🔗 butcherelderlaw.com/blog/2026/05/who-are-the-key-players-in-special-needs-planning/

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06/09/2026

Butcher Elder Law team had a wonderful time at the Strongsville Senior Center this Monday for their Movie Matinee! We're proud to be sponsoring this series, and this was the first of six matinees we'll be supporting.

Sam stopped by to share a few words with everyone before the show, and we got to spend time with neighbors over popcorn, sweet treats, and a great film. Being out in the community with our seniors is exactly where we love to be. 🧡

📍 Strongsville Senior Center