Staten Island Elder Law Attorney Protects Seniors<\/h1>\nCounseling the elderly and advocating for their rights in NY and NJ<\/h2>\n
No one likes to feel helpless, especially proud senior citizens who have worked all their lives to be self-sufficient. But there are challenges to living on a fixed income and managing the infirmities of old age. It\u2019s essential for the elderly and those who care about them to get the best advice possible on managing their assets and planning for the full range of future contingencies. Since 1997, William J. Newstad, Esq., Attorney and Counselor at Law has educated and advised seniors and their families on a variety of issues, including:<\/p>\n
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- Long-term care planning<\/b><\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Strategies for preserving assets while dealing with a prolonged hospitalization or nursing home stay<\/li>\n
- Medicaid eligibility and planning<\/b><\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Asset allocation that allows a senior to qualify for government assistance without completely liquidating assets<\/li>\n
- Nursing home and assisted-living facilities<\/b><\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Help evaluating facilities to determine the best choice for your particular circumstances, as well as advocacy for residents who are living at care facilities<\/li>\n
- Guardianships and conservatorships<\/b><\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Legal arrangements that allow concerned children of elderly parents to exercise control over their finances and make decisions for their health and welfare<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Addressing your elder law questions in New York and New Jersey<\/h2>\n
The hallmark of our elder law practice<\/a>\u00a0has always been patient, thorough, informative counsel in a relaxed, welcoming environment. We view our mission to be educators first and foremost. We thoroughly explain the law and its application to your unique circumstances, so that you can make the best possible decision for your future. While it\u2019s optimal for individuals to begin estate planning<\/a>\u00a0well in advance, an elder law attorney<\/a>\u00a0must be prepared to manage the situation at hand. While other lawyers may criticize clients for not acting sooner, we focus on what can be done today to prevent any additional losses and install the legal safeguards you need so you can be confident about the future.<\/p>\n
Contact a patient, informative elder law attorney on Staten Island<\/h3>\n
William J. Newstad, Esq., Attorney and Counselor at Law educates and advises seniors and their families about prudent legal steps to safeguard their assets, health and welfare. We offer flexible appointments in our Great Kills Town office and can even visit you at home or in a nursing facility if necessary. To schedule a\u00a0consultation, call us at 718.815.5800 or contact our office online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/div> - Medicaid eligibility and planning<\/b><\/a>\u00a0\u2014 Asset allocation that allows a senior to qualify for government assistance without completely liquidating assets<\/li>\n