HALE BALL MURPHY, PLC operates from 10511 Judicial Dr in Fairfax, VA 22030, specializing in financial exploitation cases involving elderly victims. Partners Jean Galloway Ball and Kimberley Ann Murphy bring extensive experience litigating financial abuse claims, with Jean certified in Elder Law and consistently selected as a SuperLawyer and Best Lawyers in this field, while Kimberley is recognized for Estate & Trust Litigation expertise. Their practice addresses financial exploitation—the misuse or taking of vulnerable elderly or disabled persons’ assets for personal gain—often occurring without knowledge or consent, depriving victims of vital resources. They handle various exploitation cases including theft of cash and property, forgeries, unauthorized real estate transfers, fraudulent contractors, lottery scams, phishing schemes, unauthorized investments, improper use of power of attorney, excessive fees, and telephone scams. The firm assists when exploitation signs appear, such as unpaid bills despite adequate income, suspicious checks, unexplained changes to estate documents, or disappearing cash. Beyond financial exploitation, they provide comprehensive elder law services including divorce assistance, Medicaid planning, and traditional and non-traditional trust creation. Call 703-591-4900 to schedule a consultation if you suspect exploitation.
Operating from 827 West Pearl Street in Granbury, Texas, the Hyde Law Firm specializes in elder law with a focus on supporting seniors throughout the aging process. Their legal team assists clients with comprehensive estate planning tailored to unique personal and financial situations. The firm emphasizes proper planning for incapacity through essential documents including Last Will and Testament, Medical Power of Attorney, Advance Directive, HIPAA release, Designation of Guardian, and Durable Financial Power of Attorney. Attorney guidance is provided for complex Medicaid applications, helping clients navigate eligibility requirements while protecting assets and income. The firm’s elder law services extend to nursing home negligence cases including bedsore complications, medication errors, falls, and financial exploitation. As statewide Medicaid experts centrally located near Dallas/Fort Worth, they offer strategic guidance on qualifying for benefits while preserving assets. Their philosophy centers on building close client relationships, with attorneys spending ample time addressing questions and concerns about elder care options, guardianship proceedings, and probate matters.
The Law Offices of Saia, Marrocco & Jensen Inc., located at 713 South Front Street, Columbus, OH 43206, provides essential elder law services with extensive knowledge and compassion. Their Columbus elder law attorneys work with seniors and families to safeguard their futures and protect hard-earned assets accumulated over a lifetime. Led by Founding Attorney Jon J. Saia, the nationally recognized legal team offers assistance in various elder law areas including asset protection, effective estate planning, will implementation, living trust preparation, probate process oversight, power of attorney drafting, family dispute resolution, and tax planning strategies. Their experienced tax planning lawyers help families save money through effective estate planning methods. With more than 100 years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas, the attorneys provide cost-efficient and client-focused representation. Recognized in Super Lawyers since 2007 and as one of the Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers U.S. News and World Report, the firm offers free case evaluations. Call 614-444-3036 to discuss elder law matters.
Heather Moseman at Moseman Law Office provides specialized elder law services from 6990 Lindsay Drive #2, Mentor, OH 44060. As a dedicated Ohio elder law attorney, she delivers compassionate and comprehensive legal assistance to protect seniors’ rights, assets, and peace of mind. Her practice encompasses essential elder law areas including estate planning through wills, trusts, and powers of attorney; Medicaid planning to protect assets while securing long-term care benefits; guardianship and conservatorship establishment for those unable to make independent decisions; elder abuse advocacy to safeguard seniors from financial, physical, or emotional harm; and long-term care planning to navigate nursing home contracts and healthcare decisions. Clients choose Heather for her compassionate guidance, specialized expertise in complex elder law issues, and unwavering dedication to protecting Ohio seniors’ rights and dignity. She serves clients throughout Ohio with personalized legal services addressing the unique needs of seniors and their families. Whether clients need assistance planning their estates or securing long-term care, Heather provides clarity and peace of mind. For trusted elder law counsel, she can be contacted at (440) 255-0832.
HKH Elder Law offers comprehensive elder law services from their office at 5235 16th Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33703 (727-240-2350). Their team of dedicated legal professionals, including attorneys April D. Hill, Jonathan P. Kinsella, and Alana Horner, go above and beyond standard services when representing clients in Gulfport. The firm provides planning advice and counseling while advocating for clients by connecting them to local networks of professionals serving the elder population. Their attorneys have a stellar reputation for fiercely advocating using extensive legal knowledge and years of experience. The practice addresses health and personal care planning, capacity and guardianship issues, life care planning for aging and incapacity, will and trust planning, special needs planning, probate matters, resident rights in long-term care facilities, nursing home claims, employment and retirement matters, planning for healthy spouses when partners require long-term care, asset protection, public benefits assistance for Medicaid, insurance, veterans benefits, fiduciary representation, and housing opportunities. The firm’s sensitivity to unique legal issues impacting elder clients helps clients maintain high quality of life.
The Mendelson Law Firm at 799 Estate Place in Memphis, TN 38120 provides specialized elder law services focusing on financial and legal matters relevant to senior citizens. Their elder law attorneys assist with asset protection in anticipation of nursing home admission, helping clients take strategic steps before needs arise. They explain that while Medicare covers healthcare, it doesn’t pay for long-term custodial care in nursing homes, potentially consuming a significant portion of clients’ legacies. The firm specializes in Medicaid planning, guiding clients through the program’s requirements that limit countable assets to $2,000, with exemptions for homes (subject to equity limits), one vehicle, wedding and engagement rings, household items, and certain insurance policies. They help spouses of Medicaid applicants understand provisions like the Community Spouse Resource Allowance and Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance that protect healthy spouses. To avoid Medicaid estate recovery, which could place liens on homes after death, the firm helps clients establish irrevocable income-only Medicaid trusts at least five years before applying for benefits.
The Dretke Law Firm, led by attorney Brian Dretke, provides specialized elder law representation for Oregon families facing nursing home negligence and elder abuse issues. With extensive litigation experience including over 100 jury trials and judicial experience as an Oregon State Circuit Court Judge, Dretke offers compassionate guidance through the challenging process of addressing elder abuse and neglect. The firm focuses on holding nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care facilities accountable when they fail to provide proper care, resulting in falls, pressure sores, dehydration, malnutrition, and over-medication of vulnerable seniors. Attorney Dretke emphasizes that elder abuse is significantly underreported, with more than 1,000 cases annually in licensed Oregon care settings and over 3,100 reported cases in the community. His practice addresses physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, wrongful restraint use, and cases where neglect results in resident death. The firm strives to resolve claims without litigation but stands ready to pursue lawsuits when facilities refuse to accept responsibility, guiding families through the entire process with personalized attention. For a confidential, no-cost consultation, call (541) 241-3440.
Ross & Shoalmire, P.L.L.C. operates from 106 Ridgeway Ste. G, Hot Springs, AR 71901, offering specialized estate planning and elder law services focused on retirees and seniors. Their comprehensive approach extends beyond typical estate planning, addressing Wills, Powers of Attorney, Medicaid planning, asset protection trusts, and nursing home payment strategies. While serving clients of all ages and wealth levels, they bring particular expertise to senior legal needs. As elder law attorneys, they provide tailored services across various aspects of senior life, including estate planning through wills and trusts, long-term care assistance in finding affordable nursing facilities, financial planning to protect assets from healthcare cost depletion, and healthcare planning for end-of-life decisions. Their support extends to family members handling probate matters or seeking guardianship of elderly loved ones. Founders John Ross and Lisa Shoalmire have built the largest elder law firm in Texas and Arkansas over the past decade, offering educational resources including a free annual magazine, instructional videos, and community events. Their personalized approach focuses on understanding each client’s situation before developing appropriate legal strategies. Contact them at 1-833-888-ELDR to schedule an appointment at their Hot Springs office.
Fredrick P. Niemann of Hanlon Niemann & Wright, located at 3499 Route 9 North, Suite 1F in Freehold, NJ 07728, specializes in creating Special Needs Trusts for minor and adult disabled persons. The firm explains that disabilities can be physical, intellectual, and psychological, making life harder, more isolated, and filled with anxiety and uncertainty, especially as caretakers age or decline in health. Their special needs trusts help protect existing and future resources for individuals eligible for government benefit programs like SSI, Medicaid, DDD, PPP, Social Security Disability, and others. The firm distinguishes between two types of special needs trusts: Third Party Trusts established by someone other than the disabled person with funds not owned by the beneficiary, and First Person Trusts established with the disabled individual’s own funds. They explain that Third Party Trusts avoid government payback provisions upon the beneficiary’s death, while First Person Trusts require reimbursing the state for benefits provided. The firm also offers guidance on Pooled Trusts for situations without suitable trustees.
Mark Shalloway leads Shalloway & Shalloway, P.A. at 1400 Centrepark Blvd., Suite #600 in West Palm Beach, FL, providing crucial probate and estate administration services. With decades of experience, the firm assists personal representatives through Florida’s complex probate process, helping them fulfill legal duties while avoiding liability exposure. Their comprehensive services include identifying and gathering probate assets, notifying creditors, filing tax returns, objecting to improper claims, and distributing assets according to state laws. Beyond probate, Mark Shalloway specializes in elder law areas including guardianship, Medicaid planning, asset protection, and nursing home negligence cases. The firm handles common issues such as bedsores, medication errors, falls, malnutrition, and physical abuse, all while maintaining clear communication with families navigating difficult transitions. Whether dealing with a valid will or intestate circumstances, their team ensures proper administration according to Florida Probate Code, providing peace of mind during emotionally challenging times.
