What is Elder Law?

Elder law addresses the unique legal needs of aging adults, helping them plan for the future, protect their rights, and navigate complex care and financial issues.

Plan for long-term care while protecting your home, income, and savings.

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Qualify for Medicaid and other benefits without losing everything.

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Ensure healthcare wishes are honored with powers of attorney and medical directives.

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Protect against elder abuse or exploitation through legal oversight and advocacy.

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Elder Care Resources

Our Elder Law Services

Medicaid & Asset Protection Planning

Qualify for Medicaid without losing your home or assets

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Structure income and resources to meet eligibility requirements

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Create asset protection trusts to preserve wealth

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Long-Term Care Planning

Evaluate in-home care, assisted living, and nursing home options

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Set up financial and legal protections to cover future costs

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Coordinate with care providers and government programs

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Guardianship for Seniors

Petition the court for guardianship or conservatorship

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Protect seniors from financial abuse or neglect

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Handle all filings, evaluations, and court appearances

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Legal & Financial Advocacy

Draft durable powers of attorney and healthcare proxies

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Prevent exploitation, fraud, and elder abuse

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Ensure your wishes are honored if you're unable to speak for yourself

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When to Start Elder Law Planning

Many families wait until there’s a crisis to seek help—but the best time to plan is before you need it.


Here are signs it’s time to speak with an elder law attorney:

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A loved one is showing signs of memory loss or declining health.

You’re considering assisted living or nursing home care.

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You’re worried about losing savings to long-term care costs.

There’s no power of attorney or healthcare directive in place.

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Common Elder Law Questions

  • Without a will, the state determines who inherits Not necessarily—there are legal strategies to protect your home and still qualify for Medicaid.

  • We can help you create a plan using trusts, asset conversions, and government benefits.

  • Guardianship may be an option. We’ll walk you through the legal process and help protect their best interests.

Kind words from our previous clients

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    We had the pleasure of working with this firm on my mother-in-law’s estate. Horacio and Alexandria were our primary contacts, and they handled everything efficiently, answering all of our questions with clarity and professionalism. As the lead attorney, Alexandria was compassionate, kind, and always willing to help. The entire team made the process smooth, and I would highly recommend this firm without hesitation.

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Joslyn Varona

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    "...we couldn't be more satisfied with the service received. -- What impressed us the most was their commitment to their motto: "We Feel, We Love, We Care." These are not just words to them; they truly put them into practice in every interaction. -- I highly recommend the services of Horacio Sosa to anyone in need of advice and management. With them, you can be sure that you are in good hands, with professionals who truly feel, love, and care about you and your situation.

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Margie Nino

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    My name is Gloria Jensen I want to thank Mr Sosa for his great job , very trustable , his advices were excelente I always recommend him to my friends , I will always come to him if I need any job done

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gloria Jensen

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    "The office motto is “CARE”. They exceeded our expectations in providing legal services with care to our family. Atty. Sosa, Alexandra, and Gloria handled my father’s legal matters promptly, explained the process in great detail, and answered all our questions. We highly recommend this legal team."

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lisa Bates