Business Details
Trusted Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorneys in Easton
Established in 1853, Fox Oldt & Brown is the oldest law firm in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, specializing in estate planning, elder law, and special needs planning. Our practice focuses on protecting assets from nursing home costs, creating comprehensive estate plans, and addressing the unique legal needs of individuals with disabilities. With over 160 years of combined experience, we provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's circumstances. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in elder law and special needs planning, maintaining memberships in prestigious organizations like the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Academy of Special Needs Planners.We combine deep legal expertise with compassionate guidance to help families navigate complex legal challenges. Our team has served as judicial clerks, bar association leaders, and legal educators, ensuring our clients receive counsel grounded in both practical experience and legal scholarship. We offer free initial consultations to help clients understand their options and develop effective legal solutions.
Services
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Special Needs Planning
Estate Administration
Hospice Care Planning
Highlights and features
- We have over 160 years of combined experience in elder law and estate planning
- Our attorneys are recognized in Who's Who in America and Who's Who in American Law
- We offer free initial consultations for all legal matters
- Our firm maintains an 'A' rating with Martindale-Hubbell
- We combine judicial experience with specialized legal certifications
Associations and certifications
- Martindale Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Academy of Special Needs Planners
Services
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans to transfer wealth while minimizing tax consequences. Our services include drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. We coordinate with financial advisors to develop strategies that protect assets and ensure your wishes are carried out after death.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice focuses on protecting assets from nursing home costs while maintaining Medicaid eligibility. We help families navigate long-term care planning, guardianship issues, and age-related legal challenges. Our attorneys provide guidance on maintaining independence while protecting life savings.
Special Needs Planning
We create specialized trusts to protect public benefits for individuals with disabilities. Our plans ensure loved ones receive necessary care while maintaining eligibility for Medicaid and SSI. We help families establish first-party and third-party special needs trusts to manage inheritances and settlement funds.
Estate Administration
We guide personal representatives through the estate administration process. Our services include probate assistance, asset inventory, tax filings, and distribution of assets. We help executors fulfill their duties while minimizing legal complications during the settlement of estates.
Hospice Care Planning
We help terminally ill clients protect assets while ensuring family financial security. Our planning addresses Medicaid eligibility, trust creation, and care arrangements. We provide legal tools to implement healthcare wishes while preserving wealth for surviving family members.
People
Robert C. Brown, Jr.
Attorney
Mr. Brown has practiced elder law since 1974. He graduated from Temple University School of Law and served as a judicial law clerk. He's a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and maintains an 'A' rating with Martindale-Hubbell.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Easton, Bethlehem, Allentown, and the entire Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all estate planning and elder law matters.
How can you help protect assets from nursing home costs?
Our elder law attorneys create legal strategies to protect assets while maintaining Medicaid eligibility for long-term care.
What estate planning documents do I need?
Essential documents include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives tailored to your specific needs.
How do you handle special needs planning?
We create specialized trusts to protect public benefits while ensuring proper care for individuals with disabilities.
What experience do you have in elder law?
Our firm has practiced elder law since 1853, with attorneys maintaining memberships in national elder law organizations.
