Business Details
Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorneys in Paramus, NJ
Milvidskiy Law Group P.C. has been a trusted partner for families in New Jersey and New York since its founding, specializing in Elder Law and Estate Planning. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience to complex legal matters, including Wills and Trusts, Medicaid Planning, Asset Protection, and Trust Administration. We prioritize personalized service, tailoring strategies to meet each client's unique needs while emphasizing compassionate representation.Our team stays current with evolving legal standards to ensure clients receive accurate, forward-thinking advice. With offices in Paramus, Morristown, and Red Bank, we serve clients across diverse family structures and financial situations, offering home visits and virtual consultations for accessibility. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client testimonials, which highlight professionalism, responsiveness, and thoroughness in every case.
Services
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Medicaid Planning
Asset Protection
Trust Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of specialized experience in Elder Law and Estate Planning.
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies tailored to complex family dynamics.
- We combine compassionate representation with technical expertise in tax and asset protection.
- Our attorneys stay current with evolving legal standards in multiple jurisdictions.
- We offer flexible consultation options including home visits and virtual meetings.
What people say
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Services
Estate Planning
Our Estate Planning services create legally sound strategies to manage asset distribution and healthcare decisions. We draft customized wills, trusts, and advance directives that protect clients' wishes while minimizing tax implications. Our approach ensures seamless transitions for beneficiaries through probate avoidance techniques and intergenerational wealth planning.
Medicaid Planning
We develop Medicaid eligibility strategies that protect assets while securing healthcare coverage. Our attorneys implement trust structures and asset transfers compliant with federal and state regulations. This includes planning for nursing home costs, home care services, and special needs beneficiaries across New Jersey and New York jurisdictions.
Asset Protection
Our Asset Protection services safeguard clients' financial resources through legal instruments like irrevocable trusts and family limited partnerships. We focus on shielding assets from long-term care costs and potential creditors while maintaining Medicaid eligibility. Strategies are tailored to individual risk profiles and estate sizes.
Trust Administration
We guide trustees through complex post-mortem trust administration processes. Services include asset inventory, tax compliance, beneficiary communications, and distribution management. Our team ensures fiduciary obligations are met while minimizing conflicts among heirs and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Elder Law
Our Elder Law practice addresses aging-related legal challenges including guardianship, elder abuse prevention, and Social Security disability claims. We represent clients in Medicaid appeals, nursing home contract negotiations, and special needs planning while advocating for seniors' rights across multiple jurisdictions.
People
Andrey Milvidskiy
Attorney at Law
Founding attorney with expertise in asset preservation and international estate planning. Author of 'The Law of Aging: Estate Planning and Beyond' (2020). Combines business acumen with legal specialization in elder law matters.
Stephanie E. Cangialosi
Attorney at Law
Associate attorney with diverse legal experience including international resettlement and tax law. Former Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney at Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington. Specializes in cross-border estate planning solutions.
Denise C. Ocasio
Attorney at Law
Seasoned litigator with expertise in probate, trust disputes, and elder abuse cases. Holds J.D. from Fordham University School of Law. Focuses on protecting vulnerable populations through legal advocacy.
John R. Zajac
Attorney at Law
Legal professional with 20+ years of public and private sector experience. Provides holistic solutions for individual clients, combining broad legal insights with personalized approach to elder law matters.
Lisa Cook Bayer
Attorney at Law
Former public interest attorney specializing in Social Security law. Brings 20 years of geriatric case management experience working with older adults and families navigating disability-related legal challenges.
Questions
What is Medicaid planning and why is it important?
Medicaid planning ensures eligibility for long-term care coverage while protecting assets. Our attorneys create strategies that comply with complex regulations to preserve wealth for beneficiaries.
How does a trust differ from a will?
Trusts avoid probate, offer privacy, and provide greater control over asset distribution. Wills require court validation but are essential for minor guardianship designations.
Can I modify existing estate plans?
Yes, we help update documents to reflect life changes, new laws, or evolving financial circumstances through formal amendments or complete revisions.
What happens if I become incapacitated without planning?
Family members may need court-appointed guardianship. Our advance directives establish preferred decision-makers and healthcare preferences to avoid this process.
Do I need an attorney for simple estate plans?
Legal guidance ensures documents meet state-specific requirements and address potential challenges, preventing costly errors in asset transfer and healthcare decisions.
How are attorney fees structured?
We offer transparent pricing with options for flat fees or hourly rates depending on service complexity, discussed during initial consultations.
