HOW DO NEW YORK ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS DIFFER FROM OTHER ATTORNEYS?

Elder Law attorneys bring a different perspective to the delivery of services to their clients. They use a multi‐disciplinary approach to help seniors, people with disabilities and their families in a caring, compassionate way to preserve dignity for such individuals. Elder Law attorneys look at what is best for the aging client from all points of view in an […]

WHAT IS ELDER LAW?

Elder Law concentrates on legal representation, legal counseling, and assistance to seniors, people with disabilities and families with a variety of legal issues, from estate planning to long term care issues, with an emphasis on promoting the highest quality of life for the individual. Elder Law attorneys use a multidisciplinary approach, addressing medical, financial, legal, […]

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO CONSIDER ABOUT HIRING A NEW YORK ELDER LAW ATTORNEY?

The most important considerations for a successful attorney-client relationship are trust and communication. You must feel comfortable that we are going to work with your best interests in mind. Concurrently, you must be honest with us about your expectations and concerns. We understand that the process and issues can be overwhelming and that we must […]

WHAT SHOULD I DO BEFORE MEETING WITH AN ELDER LAW ATTORNEY?

In general, the more organized and complete your information, the easier and less costly it will be for us to assist you. Make a copy of all of your important documents, such as your birth certificate, tax return, prior wills, Medicare or Medicaid applications, and social security benefit information, documentation on any trusts or other assets, or […]

NEW YORK ESTATE, TRUST, AND ELDER LAW

While I’m attending social events in New York, I introduce myself as a New York Estate and Elder Law Attorney and I’m often asked “What is Elder Law?” Typically I respond that Elder Law is a somewhat new field of law that centers its attention on family issues, financial, legal, medical and social issues for […]