Fleming & Curti, PLC operates from 1745 E. River Rd., #101 in Tucson, Arizona, with attorneys Robert Fleming, Elizabeth Rollings Friman, Amy Farrell Matheson, and Matthew Mansour. The firm specializes in elder law, focusing on supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship for adults with disabilities. Their attorneys explain that supported decision-making allows individuals to maintain autonomy while receiving assistance from chosen supporters for complex decisions like medical care. Unlike health care agents who make decisions for someone, supporters make decisions with the person, helping communicate their choices to appropriate parties. The firm advises clients on whether supported decision making agreements or health care powers of attorney better suit their needs, noting that agreements terminate if incapacity occurs while powers of attorney remain valid. Their comprehensive elder law practice includes Medicaid planning, housing assistance, special needs trusts, guardianships, and estate planning tailored to seniors’ unique circumstances. As Arizona’s law becomes effective in November 2023, the firm prepares to assist clients with implementing these alternative arrangements to avoid unnecessary guardianships. Call (520) 622-0400 for elder law expertise.
Elder Law Attorneys
Bingham Legal Group offers elder law services from their conveniently located office at 30100 Telegraph Road, Suite 360 in neighboring Bingham Farms, Michigan, just a 30-minute drive from Livonia. Their experienced attorneys provide compassionate guidance through the complexities of aging, addressing estate planning, probate, and probate litigation matters. The firm creates comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to ensure clients’ wishes are honored while providing peace of mind for families. Their probate services simplify the process for grieving families, guiding them through administration from start to finish, filing necessary paperwork, and representing them in court while resolving outstanding debts and estate obligations. For contentious situations, their probate litigation team handles disputes with competence and sensitivity, addressing contested wills, allegations of undue influence, fiduciary misconduct, or breach of duty. Bingham Legal Group emphasizes their experience, compassion, personalized approach, and community focus as key differentiators, matching clients with attorneys who have their best interests at heart. Consultations can be scheduled through their website or by calling (248) 594-1919.
Gerard, Ghazey & Bates, P.C. operates from their Northampton office at 64 Gothic Street, Suite 5, proudly serving as the only practice with a Certified Elder Law Attorney in the city. Led by E. Spencer Ghazey-Bates, J.D., LLM, CELA, the firm specializes in protecting seniors from nursing home neglect involving bedsores, medication errors, malnutrition, and financial exploitation while implementing comprehensive asset preservation strategies. Their practice focuses on helping clients navigate Medicaid planning for long-term care without depleting lifetime savings. The attorneys address elder abuse cases involving physical harm, emotional mistreatment, and improper restraint usage in care facilities. With expertise in both tax law and estate planning, they create integrated legal solutions that prevent inadequate staffing consequences and delayed medical treatment affecting elderly clients. The CELA designation demonstrates their experience and dedication to elder law, having met the rigorous requirements of the National Elder Law Foundation including a specialized written examination. Contact their office at 413-582-1225 for assistance with caregiving plans, MassHealth applications, estate planning, and wealth protection strategies for seniors facing cognitive decline or physical limitations.
The Bratton Law Group operates from 120 Sanhican Dr., Trenton, NJ 08618, offering comprehensive elder law services to clients facing both immediate needs and long-term planning challenges. Their dedicated legal team combines elder law attorneys, social workers, and nurses to find innovative solutions using an interdisciplinary approach. The firm addresses critical elder law concerns including nursing home and long-term care planning, guardianship establishment, life care planning, Medicaid planning, and asset protection. Their attorneys help clients avoid guardianship through durable powers of attorney and advance directives, while assisting families pursuing guardianship when necessary. For those facing health crises involving chronic conditions, falls, advancing dementia, or decreased mobility, the firm provides proactive planning to ensure continued quality of life. Their elder law services extend beyond crisis intervention to include establishing legal documents that protect clients’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Whether handling complex Medicaid applications or creating comprehensive life care plans, their attorneys provide supportive and compassionate guidance. Contact them at 609-362-5692 for a consultation about your elder law concerns.
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The Farr Law Firm operates from 10640 Main Street, Suite 200, Fairfax, VA 22030, where Certified Elder Law Attorney Evan Farr explains that elder law encompasses a broad range of legal issues affecting older adults. Unlike traditional practice areas organized by legal categories, elder law is client-centered, focusing on the specific needs of seniors and their families. The firm addresses critical concerns including protecting assets from nursing home costs through Medicaid planning, establishing decision-making authority through powers of attorney and advance medical directives, planning for individuals with special needs, securing veterans benefits, preventing elder abuse, and navigating guardianship proceedings when necessary. They help clients understand the complex interplay between Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, and private insurance. The firm emphasizes their comprehensive “Four Levels of Lifetime Protection Planning” approach, which ranges from basic legal documents for healthy individuals to aggressive asset protection strategies for those needing immediate long-term care. Each level addresses the specific needs and circumstances of clients at different stages of health and planning readiness. For elder law assistance, contact them at 703-691-1888.
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Kraft Elder Law, located at 2777 Stemmons Freeway, Suite 1300, Dallas, Texas 75207, specializes in Medicaid planning, VA benefits, and comprehensive elder law services. The firm’s blog provides valuable information for seniors, covering timely topics like retirement planning for legal professionals, avoiding crypto ATM fraud, protecting against customer service scams, and navigating disaster contractor fraud. Recent posts discuss practical matters like obtaining a deceased person’s Social Security number through legal channels and weighing the pros and cons of paying off a mortgage early. Attorney John Kraft has been practicing law since 1971, helping thousands address concerns related to aging, long-term care, and estate protection. The firm assists clients with qualifying for Medicaid while preserving maximum assets, navigating VA benefit eligibility for veterans and their spouses, and creating comprehensive estate plans tailored to seniors’ needs. Their approach focuses on educating clients about their options while providing strategic guidance for protecting homes, investments, and savings from the costs of extended healthcare. Contact Kraft Elder Law at (214) 999-9999 to discuss Medicaid crisis planning, asset protection strategies, or eligibility for veterans benefits with their experienced legal team.
Snyder Law operates from multiple California offices, providing compassionate elder law guidance for long-term care, Medi-Cal, and incapacity planning. Their practice addresses the unique legal, financial, and healthcare challenges that accompany aging, taking a holistic approach to support seniors and families through complex decisions. They emphasize the growing importance of elder law as Americans over 85 represent the fastest-growing age group, with nearly 80 million baby boomers entering retirement. The firm highlights sobering statistics: married couples have a 75% chance one spouse will need long-term care, half become impoverished within a year of paying out-of-pocket, and over two-thirds of Americans lack advance directives or legal plans. Their elder law services include creating essential documents like robust financial powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, HIPAA authorizations, and emergency card access. They specialize in Medi-Cal planning to help clients qualify for coverage without depleting lifetime savings, particularly important with looming changes to California’s Deficit Reduction Act that will make asset protection more difficult. They also assist veterans and surviving spouses in accessing VA benefits including the Aid & Attendance Benefit for daily care needs.
Schnauss Naugle Law provides comprehensive elder law services from their Jacksonville office at 810 Margaret Street. Attorney Katherine Schnauss Naugle brings nearly 20 years of experience to elder law matters, approaching each case with compassion and expertise. Her practice addresses a broad spectrum of legal concerns affecting seniors and their families, including health care directives, incapacity planning, durable powers of attorney, guardianship, elder abuse prevention, estate planning, and probate. The firm serves a diverse client base including adult children of elderly parents needing care, parents of disabled adult children, middle-aged individuals planning for retirement, and those experiencing widowhood or gray divorce. Attorney Naugle’s unique perspective is enhanced by her spouse’s career in bereavement services, giving her additional insight into the legal needs of elders and their families during critical transitions. Her community involvement includes educational presentations on estate planning, long-term care, and probate matters. Clients find Naugle to be a compassionate listener who helps them avoid common mistakes leading to unnecessary expenses while advising on ways to overcome hurdles during latter stages of life. Contact the firm at (904) 643-6342 to schedule a consultation.
Bratton Law Group serves clients from offices at 3809 W. Waco Drive, Waco, Texas 76710 and 204 IH-35, Ste 100, Georgetown, Texas 78628, specializing in elder law and Medicaid planning. The firm recognizes that while aging is inevitable, proper preparation can minimize financial concerns and ensure the best quality of life for seniors. Their elder law attorneys address critical issues including asset protection from medical and long-term care costs through trusts, asset re-titling, gifting, insurance, and comprehensive estate planning. They provide guidance on guardianships and conservatorships when clients become incapacitated and unable to manage financial or health needs, explaining the alternatives of durable power of attorney documents. The practice emphasizes Medicaid planning to address the high expenses of long-term care that can devastate family finances, explaining qualification requirements and financial expectations. Their attorneys have counseled numerous clients on elder care issues, offering practical solutions and drafting appropriate legal documents. Their approach combines compassion with legal expertise to protect seniors’ rights and preserve their financial security. For a consultation, call (856) 770-2744 or complete their online form.
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DiFranza Law firm operates from 3840 Belfort Road in Jacksonville, Florida, specializing in Medicaid planning with licensed attorneys who can legally provide advice about protecting assets. Following a 2015 Florida Supreme Court advisory, the firm emphasizes that non-attorney Medicaid planners cannot legally provide advice about restructuring strategies or prepare qualified income trusts, as this constitutes unauthorized practice of law. Their elder law attorneys address crucial questions including tax consequences of Medicaid planning, integration with estate planning documents, protection of the family home, planning for spouses and dependents, and evaluating various planning strategies. The firm highlights key advantages of working with their attorneys: formal training, continued education requirements with attorneys completing 33 hours every three years, adherence to ethical standards, malpractice insurance protection, and regulation by the Florida Bar. Attorney involvement provides clients with comprehensive options for asset protection while ensuring legal compliance. Their attorneys maintain professional memberships in the Florida Bar Elder Law Section, Real Property & Probate Law Section, Jacksonville Bar Association, and Fourth Circuit Pro Bono Committee.
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