Elder Law Attorney

What is Elder Law?

Elder law covers the legal planning and advocacy that address the needs of older adults and their families. It includes estate planning, special needs planning, asset protection, long‑term care and placement planning, and guidance on government benefits such as Social Security, Medicare, SSI, SSDI, and MaineCare. Good elder law practice looks at the whole picture—health, finances, family relationships, and public benefits—to protect your independence and preserve your legacy.

Proactive Planning Works Best

The most effective elder law is proactive. Planning ahead helps avoid crises, reduces stress for family members, and preserves more of your assets for the people you love. We help clients who are planning for the future and those facing immediate issues, but we always encourage early, thoughtful planning so you and your family have clear, workable options when life changes.

How We Help

We provide clear, practical legal services tailored to older adults and caregivers:

• Wills and Trusts to direct your assets and reduce probate burdens.

• Powers of Attorney and Health Care Directives to ensure your wishes are followed if you cannot speak for yourself.

• MaineCare and Medicaid Planning to protect assets while qualifying for needed long‑term care benefits.

• Special Needs Planning to protect a spouse or child who receives public benefits.

• Asset Protection and Tax Considerations to preserve wealth and minimize unintended tax consequences.

• Placement and Long‑Term Care Guidance to help families navigate nursing home, assisted living, and in‑home care options.

• Ongoing Client Support including an optional low‑cost annual client relationship service that offers an annual wellness review to keep plans current as life changes.

Why You Need an Elder Law Attorney

Elder law combines many legal areas and interacts with complex government programs. An experienced elder law attorney knows how to coordinate documents, benefits, and care planning so your goals are met and your family is protected. We translate legal terms into plain language, explain tradeoffs, and create plans that reflect your values and priorities.

Communities We Serve

While our attorneys assist clients in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts in certain practice areas, our elder law services are focused exclusively on Maine residents. We offer both proactive planning and crisis-based assistance. Services include irrevocable trusts, supplemental needs planning, Medicaid (MaineCare) applications, conservatorships, and guardianships. If you live outside Maine, or are seeking long-term care in another state, we are happy to provide a trusted referral.

Clear, Compassionate Guidance

Planning for aging and illness can feel overwhelming. Our offices in York, Kennebunk, and Portland, Maine are designed to make legal help accessible and comfortable. We focus on listening, explaining options in everyday language, and building long‑term relationships so you and your family have steady support through every stage.