New York Elder Law & Medicaid Attorneys

We offer a full suite of elder law services, including:

Medicaid Planning & Eligibility

• Guidance on New York Medicaid programs for long-term care, nursing home coverage, and home care
• Strategic planning to preserve assets while meeting eligibility requirements
• Coordination with financial advisors and trusts to protect family wealth

Asset Protection & Estate Preservation

• Structuring trusts, gifting strategies, and irrevocable arrangements to safeguard assets
• Protecting retirement accounts, real estate, and business interests from unnecessary depletion
• Planning for veterans’ benefits, long-term care insurance, and supplemental needs

Long-Term Care Planning

• Evaluating nursing home, assisted living, and in-home care options
• Cost management strategies for extended healthcare needs
• Planning for continued family support during care transitions

Guardianship & Conservatorship Guidance

• Assistance with court-appointed guardianship and conservatorship proceedings
• Protecting the rights of incapacitated individuals while ensuring necessary care
• Coordinating with family members and healthcare providers

Elder Financial & Legal Protections

• Preventing elder abuse, exploitation, or undue influence
• Drafting durable powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, and living wills
• Advising on financial management, trusts, and fiduciary responsibilities

• Access to Care: Ensures seniors qualify for Medicaid and other benefits while protecting assets.
• Financial Security: Preserves savings, retirement funds, and property for family members.
• Peace of Mind: Reduces stress on families during medical crises or end-of-life planning.
• Legal Compliance: Navigates New York’s complex Medicaid rules and elder law statutes.

1. Assessment of Needs and Assets
   Review income, property, savings, and healthcare requirements to determine eligibility and strategies.
2. Planning & Structuring
   Develop trusts, gifting plans, and financial arrangements that align with Medicaid rules and long-term goals.
3. Document Preparation
   Draft powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, living wills, and other protective legal documents.
4. Application Assistance
   Prepare and submit Medicaid applications, respond to agency inquiries, and ensure compliance with all regulations.
5. Ongoing Review & Adjustment
   Update plans as health, finances, or family circumstances change to maintain protection and eligibility.

• Seniors seeking long-term care planning and Medicaid eligibility
• Families protecting loved ones from excessive healthcare costs
• Trustees, fiduciaries, and executors managing elder assets
• Individuals with disabilities requiring coordinated benefit planning

What is Medicaid planning and why is it important?

Medicaid planning ensures that seniors can qualify for long-term care benefits while protecting personal and family assets from excessive medical costs.

Can I qualify for Medicaid without losing my home or savings?

Yes. With strategic planning, certain assets and income can be preserved while still meeting eligibility requirements under New York law.

What is a supplemental needs trust?

A supplemental needs trust provides for a loved one with disabilities or special needs without jeopardizing their eligibility for government assistance programs like Medicaid or SSI.

Do I need an attorney for elder law or Medicaid planning?

Yes. Medicaid rules are highly complex, and an attorney ensures compliance, maximizes benefits, and protects assets from improper depletion.

How does elder law protect against financial abuse?

Elder law attorneys can help prevent exploitation through durable powers of attorney, guardianship guidance, fiduciary oversight, and legal intervention when abuse occurs.