Insight from the Law office of Joseph Marino, PC

But how should you go about looking for a suitable elder law attorney? It’s exactly this topic this blog post will consider. Read on to find out our top tips for finding an elder law attorney.

Carefully Consider What You’re Looking For

The first thing to do when trying to find a suitable elder law attorney is to consider what it is you’re looking for from their service. What are your main needs? When you have the answer to this question, it will be far easier for you to decide on an attorney.

At this stage, you may consider practical issues like budget, as well.

Meet for an In-Person Consultation

Once you know what you’re looking for from your elder law attorney and once you have found a likely practice, we recommend meeting for a consultation—in-person, if possible. 

Many law offices provide free 15 to 30-minute legal consultations. These allow you the opportunity to speak with the attorney and discover whether or not they’re a good fit for you. Meeting in person also allows you to get a sense of what their customer service skills are like; after all, if they’re short, rude, or impatient, they’re unlikely to be a good fit.

Ensure They Have Experience With Your Particular Issue

The last thing anyone wants in their Golden Years is an unpleasant surprise. So, you want a lawyer who will ensure that every eventuality is taken care of, one who leaves no stone unturned. To that end, you should ensure that the attorney has a good amount of experience in handling your particular needs.

During your consultation with them, ask them directly what their level of experience is. For example, if you’re looking for help with estate planning, ask the attorney whether or not they’ve handled those matters in the past.

Look Into Their Credentials

Last, but certainly not least, be sure to check the attorney’s credentials before committing to working with them. 

Navigate to your state’s State Bar Association and search for the attorney in question, either by name or Bar number. This will allow you to see whether or not they’ve actually received a license to practice law in your state. If they’ve ever received public discipline, you will be able to find out that information here, too.

Don’t Wait to Plan For Your Golden Years

If you haven’t already started planning for your Golden Years, then perhaps 2023 should be the year when you do. There is no way to foresee the sudden onset of disability or disease in your elder years, so it is best to make the necessary legal preparations just in case.

Looking for a trustworthy elder law attorney to help? Consider our services and reach out for a free legal consultation today.