Inheritance And Ssi Impact

Summary

Receiving an inheritance can impact your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility due to its needs-based nature. Inheritance law can be complex, and strategies may exist to manage the inheritance without losing SSI benefits. In Louisiana, contacting the Louisiana State Bar Associations Lawyer Referral Service can help you find a local lawyer specializing in inheritance law.

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If you’re on ssi will you lose it if you get an inheritance
Hello ****,
Receiving an inheritance can indeed affect your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility. However, the specifics can vary.
• SSI is a needs-based program, so an increase in resources can disqualify you.
• There may be strategies to manage the inheritance without losing SSI.
Can you tell me which state you live in? The rules can vary by location.
Okay my sister and I need a lawyer to protect our inheritance from our brother who has a lawyer representing him and they want us to sign everything over to him.. trying to find a lawyer locally and having trouble..
Hello ****,
It sounds like a complex situation. It would be beneficial to hire a lawyer specializing in inheritance law. Could you please tell me your location so I can help you better?
Alexandria Louisiana
Hello ****,
In Louisiana, you could contact the Louisiana State Bar Association for assistance. They offer a Lawyer Referral Service that could help you find a lawyer specializing in inheritance law. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Thanks for your help greatly appreciated
You're welcome, ****! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Remember, it's crucial to protect your legal rights. Best of luck with your situation!
Thanks
Hello ****,
I'm glad I could assist you. If you require further legal information in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your situation.