Business Details
Elder Law and Estate Planning Services in New Jersey
The Law Offices of Gary Cornick, LLC has served families and individuals in central New Jersey since 1991, specializing in Elder Law and Estate Planning. Our firm developed the Principled Results Estate Planning Program (PREPP), a unique approach that transforms standard legal documents into personalized legacies reflecting clients' values. With offices in Somerville and East Brunswick, we provide comprehensive legal services including Medicaid planning, guardianships, estate litigation, and special needs trusts.Our team combines legal expertise with compassionate understanding of aging challenges, offering tailored solutions for asset preservation, long-term care planning, and nursing home advocacy. We maintain active involvement in professional organizations like the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys while prioritizing client education through detailed consultations and community outreach.
Services
Elder Law Planning
Estate Administration
Disability Planning
Nursing Home Litigation
Guardianship Services
Special Needs Trusts
Medicaid Planning
Will Contests
Fiduciary Appointments
PREPP Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of Elder Law experience with personalized PREPP methodology
- Our firm maintains dual convenient locations in central New Jersey
- We provide comprehensive Medicaid planning and nursing home advocacy
- Our attorneys hold active memberships in national elder law organizations
- We combine legal expertise with compassionate understanding of aging challenges
Services
Elder Law Planning
Our Elder Law Planning addresses Medicaid eligibility, long-term care planning, and asset preservation for seniors. We help clients navigate complex regulations while maintaining dignity and independence. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate understanding of aging challenges.
Estate Administration
We guide executors through estate administration including will probate, tax filings, and asset distribution. Our services cover Surrogate Court filings, estate tax planning, and fiduciary responsibilities. We simplify complex legal processes during difficult times with professional expertise.
Special Needs Trusts
Our Special Needs Trusts preserve government benefits eligibility while providing supplemental resources. We create customized plans for disabled individuals' financial security. Our approach balances legal requirements with compassionate care planning.
Nursing Home Advocacy
We represent victims of nursing home neglect and abuse. Our services address physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial exploitation. We combine legal advocacy with compassionate support for vulnerable seniors and their families.
PREPP Methodology
The PREPP Methodology creates personalized estate plans reflecting clients' values. We integrate life principles with legal documents through structured consultations. This approach transforms standard forms into meaningful legacy statements while addressing tax and care planning needs.
People
Gary B. Cornick
Attorney at Law
Admitted since 1991, Gary specializes in Elder Law with Union College and University of Baltimore School of Law degrees. He chairs Middlesex County Bar Elder Law Section and actively speaks on elder law issues.
Ercilia Correa
Paralegal
Trained at Raritan Valley Community College, Ercilia specializes in estate and elder law support. She assists clients with document preparation and case management while maintaining compassionate client communication.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve 14 New Jersey counties including Somerset, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Hunterdon from our Somerville and East Brunswick offices.
What is PREPP methodology?
PREPP is our proprietary estate planning approach that combines legal requirements with personal values to create meaningful legacy documents.
Do you handle Medicaid planning?
Yes, we specialize in Medicaid eligibility planning and long-term care asset preservation strategies.
Can you help with nursing home issues?
We represent clients in nursing home abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation cases across central New Jersey.
What estate planning documents do you prepare?
We create wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and special needs trusts tailored to individual circumstances.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 908-253-0404 or through our website contact form to arrange an initial consultation at either office location.
