Attorneys specializing in estate planning, Medicaid, guardianship, and senior legal issues.
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Peabody, MA · Serves 1 towns
Based in Peabody, Massachusetts, Vontzalides Law Offices - Nick Vontzalides, Estate Law and Elder Planning provides legal services including estate planning, Medicaid planning, and elder law. The practice serves the Peabody area, assisting seniors and families with legal planning and protection.
An elder law attorney specializes in legal issues affecting seniors, including Medicaid planning, estate planning, wills and trusts, guardianship and conservatorship, long-term care planning, and protection against elder abuse. They help families navigate the complex legal landscape of aging.
Elder law attorneys in New England typically charge $250-500 per hour. Simple wills may cost $500-1,500, while comprehensive estate plans with trusts range from $2,000-5,000. Medicaid planning can cost $3,000-7,000 depending on complexity. Many attorneys offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.
Consult an elder law attorney when planning for long-term care costs, applying for Medicaid, creating or updating estate plans, considering guardianship for a loved one, or if you suspect elder abuse. Ideally, begin planning 3-5 years before anticipated care needs, as Medicaid has a 5-year look-back period.