Business Details
Your Trusted Elder Law & Estate Planning Partner in Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek Elder Law specializes in elder law, estate planning, and asset protection for clients in Walnut Creek, California, and surrounding communities. With over two decades of focused experience, our firm provides tailored legal solutions for Medi-Cal planning, VA benefits, long-term care, and Alzheimer's-related legal matters. We prioritize client education through free monthly workshops and resources like the Alzheimers Legal Survival Guide. Our practice emphasizes preserving family assets while ensuring compliance with evolving state and federal regulations. We offer both virtual and in-person consultations to accommodate client needs. Our attorney, Michael J. Young, brings personal and professional expertise shaped by his mother's nursing home experience and his advocacy for senior care rights.We maintain active community engagement through educational seminars and local resource partnerships. Our team combines legal proficiency with compassionate guidance to address complex elder law challenges. We have helped clients protect assets from state recovery while securing quality care for loved ones. Our services integrate estate planning, trust administration, and strategic Medi-Cal qualification techniques. We measure success through client testimonials highlighting our responsiveness, clarity, and commitment to elder care advocacy.
Services
Elder Law
VA Benefits Planning
Medi-Cal Planning
Alzheimer's Planning
Estate Planning
Asset Protection
Trust Administration
Hospice Care Planning
Highlights and features
- We focus exclusively on elder law with 20+ years of specialized experience
- Our attorney personally understands senior care challenges through family experience
- We offer free educational workshops and resources like the Alzheimers Legal Survival Guide
- We combine legal expertise with compassionate, client-centered guidance
- Our practice includes strategic Medi-Cal planning and asset preservation techniques
What people say
Deep knowledge of elder law
Very helpful and responsive
Compassionate and thorough guidance
Excellent listener
Knowledgeable about local resources
Services
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses legal needs for seniors including care planning, guardianship, and protection against elder abuse. We help families navigate complex regulations while maintaining dignity and financial security. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate advocacy for clients facing age-related challenges.
Medi-Cal Planning
We specialize in Medi-Cal qualification strategies that protect assets while securing necessary healthcare coverage. Our services include trust creation, asset repositioning, and compliance with California's evolving Medicaid regulations to ensure long-term care access without complete financial depletion.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advanced directives tailored to individual needs. Our focus is on preserving family wealth across generations while minimizing probate complications and tax implications through customized legal structures.
Asset Protection
Our asset protection strategies safeguard resources from nursing home costs and legal claims. We employ legal tools like irrevocable trusts and family partnerships to maintain financial security while complying with federal and state regulations governing elder care funding.
VA Benefits Planning
We help veterans and spouses qualify for VA Aid and Attendance benefits to cover assisted living expenses. Our services include application preparation, asset structuring, and ongoing compliance management to maximize available benefits while maintaining eligibility.
People
Michael J. Young
Estate & Asset Protection Attorney
With over 20 years of elder law experience, Michael J. Young specializes in Medi-Cal planning and asset protection. He authored the Alzheimers Legal Survival Guide and presents monthly workshops. His practice focuses on preserving family assets while ensuring quality senior care.
Questions
What elder law services do you specialize in?
We focus on Medi-Cal planning, VA benefits, estate planning, asset protection, trust administration, and Alzheimer's-related legal matters for seniors in California.
Do you offer free educational resources?
Yes, we provide free monthly workshops, the Alzheimers Legal Survival Guide, and personalized consultations to help families prepare for elder care challenges.
How do you help protect assets from nursing home costs?
We use legal strategies to preserve family assets while qualifying for Medi-Cal, including trust structures and proper gifting techniques that comply with state regulations.
Can you assist with updating existing trusts?
Yes, we review and update trusts to ensure they reflect current laws and personal circumstances, particularly after life changes like a spouse's passing.
Are virtual consultations available?
We offer both virtual and in-person consultations to accommodate client preferences and provide accessible legal guidance for elder care planning.
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