Jackie Wilbur Bedard, experienced Elder Law, Estate Planning attorney in Cary, NC with 16 reviews
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Jackie Wilbur Bedard

201 Commonwealth Ct., Cary, NC

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2006:
University of Richmond School of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
2002:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, BS - Bachelor of Science

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Troy

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30 Jan, 2022
Outstanding staff that walks you thought the entire process making sure to answer all questions and creating the best plan for your family situation.
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Darcia

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30 Jan, 2022
Everyone at this firm has been beyond amazing and patient with us regarding some delays on our side in getting our trust done. In August 2021, we completed and funded (many thanks to Kathy for all of her funding assistance) our trust. It is a wonderful feeling to know that our assets are protected and that everything is in order for our children. My husband and I give our highest recommendation to Carolina Family Estate Planning.
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Jane

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18 Aug, 2021
Following my husband's return from the hospital with a diagnosis of Lewy Body Dementia, I found myself in charge of our finances that he so aptly took care of for 42 years. A friend shared his experiences with CFEP with me and I called them the same day. Within six months, under the guidance of CFEP staff I was able to set up a trust insuring that what we had worked so hard for was protected for the rest of our lives and for our children. The staff at CFEP is always very professional and available to answer what might seems the very basic of questions. Since my husband passed last year I continue to rely on CFEP expertise and plan to continue my association with the firm.
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Publications

2020:
Seminar, If the Diagnosis Is Dementia: What It Means & What You Need To Know
2019:
Book, A Guide to Alzheimer's Care
2019:
Book, Understanding Estate Administration
2018:
eBook, The Children's Safeguard Planning Guide
2014:
AFFC Publications, Don't Go Broke In a Nursing Home-Mid North Carolina Edition
2012:
The Nursing Home & Medicaid Secrets You Need to Know to Avoid Going Broke in a Nursing Home, How to Avoid Nursing Home Poverty & Save Your Family Thousands
2012:
The Important Information You Need to Know to Qualify for this Little-Known Veterans Benefit, Understanding the VA Aid & Attendance Program and How It Could Save Your Family Thousands
2011:
eBook, What You Don’t Know CAN Hurt Your Family: 5 Easy Ways to Make Sure Your Children, Wishes and Assets Stay Protected Should Something Happen to You
2010:
Cary Living, 4 Secrets Loving Parents Need to Know to Protect Their Kids
2010:
Premier Baby & Child, 4 Secrets Loving Parents Need to Know to Protect Their Kids
2010:
eBook, 12 Most Common Threats to Your Estate and Your Family's Future
2010:
eBook, Parent’s Peace of Mind Guide
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