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Aging brings big questions. At Family Estate Planning Law Group (FEPLG), we help families answer them, with clarity, compassion, and strategies that protect what matters most.
From planning for long-term care to navigating Medicaid and protecting assets, our experienced Lynnfield elder law attorneys guide you and your loved ones through every step.
What Is Elder Law?
From planning for long-term care to addressing Medicaid, preserving assets, and protecting them from nursing home costs, our elder law attorneys guide you through every step.
Our elder law services include:
- Long-term care & Medicaid planning
- Estate & incapacity planning
- Special Needs & Supplemental Needs Trusts
- Tax planning, gifting, and succession strategies
- Financial abuse prevention
Why Elder Law Planning Matters
Too often, families wait until a crisis hits. But planning ahead can:
- Keep your home and savings safe from nursing home costs
- Help you qualify for Medicaid without losing everything
- Give you and your family peace of mind
- Allow your wishes to be clearly documented and respected
- Prevent unnecessary court involvement and stress
How Our Lynnfield Elder Law Firm Can Help
At FEPLG, we don’t believe in one-time documents. Our Lynnfield elder law lawyers work with you and your loved ones to build a proactive strategy—and maintain it over time through our ongoing support programs.
Our elder law planning includes:
Medicaid Planning
We guide you through complex eligibility rules, help you plan around the five-year lookback period, and offer strategies like spend-down planning and irrevocable Medicaid trusts to protect your assets and support effective tax planning.
Medicare Support with LawyerConnect
We help you navigate Medicare choices with greater clarity—from understanding coverage options to evaluating supplemental plans and hospice benefits. Through LawyerConnect, we also partner with trusted professionals in this field to ensure you have the support and guidance needed to make informed, confident decisions.
Incapacity and End-of-Life Planning
We understand the emotional and logistical challenges that can arise during incapacity or at the end of life. That’s why we create efficient, proactive strategies to ensure you and your family are taken care of and the right people are empowered to act on your behalf when it matters most.
Our plans include tools like durable powers of attorney, health care proxies, HIPAA releases, living wills, and trust provisions such as disability panels. These documents work together to ensure your wishes are followed and decisions can be made without unnecessary delays or court involvement.
Special Needs Trusts
For those receiving government benefits or requiring long-term care, we use tools like trusts to preserve eligibility and maintain access to essential services. These tools are designed to enhance quality of life by allowing for supplemental care, meaningful experiences, and added comfort that public programs don’t cover.
Whether you’re planning for a child with special needs or supporting an aging loved one, we help you create a plan that prioritizes long-term stability, family involvement, and peace of mind.
Elder Financial Protection
If financial oversight or fraud prevention is a concern for you or your family, we can connect you with trusted professionals who offer added peace of mind.
What is the Difference Between Estate Planning and Elder Law?
Estate planning is about what happens after death. Elder law focuses on preserving what you have while you’re alive. Without the right elder law strategy, even the best estate plan can fall apart.
That’s why we integrate both into one seamless, lifelong planning approach.
Why Families Choose Family Estate Planning Law Group
- Proactive, not reactive, legal guidance
- Flat-rate pricing and ongoing support
- Experienced in Massachusetts Medicaid and elder law
- A relationship-based model that evolves with your needs
- Education-focused meetings and resources for families
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does an elder law attorney provide?
We help families plan for long-term care, navigate Medicaid eligibility, establish powers of attorney and health care proxies, set up trusts, and protect assets from unnecessary loss.
How can I protect my assets while qualifying for Medicaid?
With advance planning, tools like irrevocable Medicaid trusts, spend-down techniques, and asset restructuring can help you qualify for care without losing everything.
When is guardianship and/or conservatorship necessary?
Guardianship may be needed when a person becomes incapacitated and is no longer able to make decisions or manage their affairs. Having the right legal documents in place, like powers of attorney and health care proxies, can make this process smoother and allow you to choose who will step in. We help families plan ahead to avoid unnecessary complications or, when needed, guide them through the guardianship process with clarity and care.
How can I prevent elder financial abuse?
Proper planning, trusted decision-makers, and regular oversight help prevent financial exploitation. We help you put legal safeguards in place to protect your loved ones.
Let’s Start the Conversation
Whether planning for yourself, a loved one, or helping mom and dad with their next steps, our team is here to help you make confident, informed decisions.
Call our office at (781) 246-8200 or contact us to schedule a consultation.
Your life. Your legacy. Let’s plan it together.
