Business Details
Your Trusted Estate & Elder Law Partner in Columbia, MD
Elville & Associates is a dedicated law firm specializing in estate planning, elder law, and special needs planning. Our attorneys engage clients in a multi-step educational process to ensure comprehensive legal strategies that adapt to evolving personal circumstances and legal landscapes. We serve clients across Central Maryland, the Washington Metro Area, and the Eastern Shore, offering tailored solutions through our Client Care Program. Our practice emphasizes client education, collaboration with local communities, and compassionate guidance.We provide specialized services including wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, fiduciary representation, and asset protection. Our team maintains a strong commitment to accessibility through free educational webinars and workshops. With offices in Columbia, Rockville, and Annapolis, we combine technical expertise with personalized support to help families navigate complex legal challenges. Our mission is to ensure clients' estate and elder law plans remain effective throughout their lifetimes and beyond.
Services
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Special Needs Planning
Fiduciary Representation
Trust Administration
Medicaid Planning
Guardianship
Business Succession
Tax Controversy
Document Review
Highlights and features
- We provide a multi-step educational process for comprehensive estate planning
- Our Client Care Program ensures plans adapt to changing circumstances
- We offer free community webinars and workshops on estate planning topics
- Our attorneys specialize in complex cases involving special needs trusts
- We maintain active collaboration with local communities through educational initiatives
Associations and certifications
- Academy of Special Needs Planners
What people say
Outstanding service
Phenomenal associate support
Comprehensive educational programs
Highly recommend
Beneficial Client Care Program
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients protect assets and establish legal frameworks for asset distribution. We create customized wills, trusts, and advance directives that adapt to changing family dynamics and legal requirements. Our process includes ongoing education and document updates to ensure long-term effectiveness.
Elder Law
Specialized elder law services focus on Medicaid eligibility, long-term care planning, and asset protection for seniors. We help clients navigate complex regulations while maintaining independence and financial security through tailored strategies that address both current needs and future contingencies.
Special Needs Planning
Our special needs planning creates customized trusts that protect government benefits while providing for individuals with disabilities. We work closely with families to establish SSI/SSDI-compliant plans that ensure lifelong care and financial security without compromising eligibility for essential support programs.
Fiduciary Representation
We provide professional fiduciary services for trust administration and estate settlement. Our team ensures proper execution of trust terms, asset distribution, and compliance with legal requirements while maintaining transparent communication with beneficiaries throughout the administration process.
Client Care Program
This ongoing program ensures estate plans remain current through annual reviews, document updates, and educational workshops. We help clients realign assets, update beneficiary designations, and adapt plans to changing laws or personal circumstances through structured check-ins and proactive support.
People
Stephen R. Elville
Managing Principal
J.D., LL.M. attorney with extensive experience in estate and elder law. Member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners, specializing in complex trust arrangements and Medicaid planning strategies for Maryland residents.
Shannon Goodwin
Principal
J.D. attorney focusing on estate planning and trust administration. Provides personalized legal solutions while emphasizing client education and long-term plan maintenance through the firm's Client Care Program.
Shannon F. Ladner
Principal
J.D. attorney specializing in special needs planning and fiduciary representation. Works closely with families to create customized trusts that protect government benefits while ensuring proper care for individuals with disabilities.
Lillian Hummel
Principal
J.D., M.P.A. attorney with expertise in elder law and Medicaid planning. Focuses on asset protection strategies and long-term care planning while maintaining active community engagement through educational initiatives.
Justin Ginsburg
Senior Associate Attorney
J.D., LL.M. attorney handling complex estate tax matters and business succession planning. Provides specialized guidance on trust administration and tax controversy resolution for high-net-worth clients.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I need?
Essential documents include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives. Our attorneys help determine which combination best protects your assets and family needs.
How does Medicaid planning work?
We create asset protection trusts and develop strategies that allow clients to qualify for Medicaid while preserving family resources through legal exemptions and proper documentation.
Can I update my estate plan after creation?
Yes, our Client Care Program includes annual reviews and document updates to ensure your plan adapts to changing laws, family circumstances, and financial situations.
What happens during trust administration?
We guide trustees through asset distribution, tax filings, and legal compliance. Our process ensures proper execution of trust terms while maintaining communication with all beneficiaries.
How do you handle special needs trusts?
We create SSI/SSDI-compliant trusts that protect government benefits while providing supplemental care funds. Our plans include contingency provisions for changing eligibility requirements.
Are consultations really free?
Initial consultations for estate planning are free, but elder law, guardianship, and Medicaid planning consultations require a fee to schedule appointments with our attorneys.
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