Elder Law

This complex area of legal practice is the intersection of many areas of the law. It requires a specific and detailed knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, estate planning, healthcare options, taxes and other issues which relate to older adults, many of whom are facing immediate crises. Often the focus of elder law is to preserve and protect assets, but it is also to protect and preserve the family. READ MORE

Wills And Trusts

At the foundation of our knowledge is an understanding of Wills, Trusts and the administration of estates. We often consider options to avoid probate, such as the use of Living Trusts as well as the interplay of Federal and State estate taxes, income and gift taxes, and the desire of our clients to provide for their families after their death. Every family is unique and every family is different, and estate planning calls upon our skills and sensitivity in many legal and non-legal subjects. READ MORE

Applying for Medicaid

Applying for Medicaid can be a terrifying experience. Our staff understands this. We know you come to our office full of questions and confusion. Our firm is dedicated to helping you untangle the web of rules regulations and myths surrounding the process. In a thoughtful and thorough manner we will help you obtain all of the information you need to plan and protect your family's wealth, while enabling your loved one to qualify for benefits at the earliest possible opportunity. READ MORE

Asset Protection Planning

Clients often have a need to protect their assets from creditors, taxes and even other family members. Asset protection planning is using various techniques and tools to protect one's assets from adverse claims and unforseen events. This is accomplished through careful evaluation and legal planning and is highly effective. READ MORE 

Planning for Same Sex Couples and Non Traditional Estate Planning

The legal landscape concerning same sex relationships is constantly changing. It is important to have creative estate planning tools that protect both parties, their loved ones, and their future. There are many tax and planning pitfalls that can be avoided with proper planning from a lawyer who is well versed in the unique issues facing LGBT clients. READ MORE

Special Needs Planning

Caring for a loved one with a disability is a tremendous undertaking. You do not have to face these challenges alone; our office can help. We can assist both the individual with special needs, and their family, to develop a comprehensive plan. Our holistic approach focuses on the following critical issues:
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Guardianships

A legal guardian a person who has the legal authority (and the corresponding duty) to care for the personal and property interests of another person. A person has the status of guardian because the ward is incapable of caring for his or her own interests due to infancy, incapacity, or disability. Courts have the power to appoint a guardian for an individual in need of special protection.

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Probate Practice

Our firm is experienced in the administration of Estates, whether it is through the Probate process, or Trust Settlement. We understand that this process, usually occurring after the death of a family member, can be stressful, confusing and generally troublesome. Our staff is especially sensitive to our clients at this time, and can greatly relieve the stress that transferring assets after death often creates. READ MORE

Estate Planning

We offer complete estate planning service to individuals with a particular emphasis on complex financial estate planning problems. Our estate planning services focus on the preparation of Wills and Trusts, analysis of estate tax ramifications and often the desire to avoid probate. We work in close connection with other estate planning professionals including accountants and financial planners to achieve our client's goals. READ MORE