Business Details
Trusted Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorneys in New Jersey
Milvidskiy Law Group is a dedicated legal practice serving families in New Jersey and New York. Our focus on elder law and estate planning reflects a deep commitment to addressing the unique challenges clients face in securing their futures and preserving legacies. With offices in Paramus, Morristown, and Red Bank, we combine legal expertise with compassionate representation to guide clients through complex matters such as Medicaid planning, asset protection, and trust administration.Our team prioritizes personalized solutions, ensuring that every strategy aligns with clients' values and long-term goals. By staying current with evolving legal standards, we provide authoritative advice that safeguards clients' interests while fostering trust and transparency. This approach has solidified our reputation as a reliable partner in navigating the intricacies of elder law and estate planning.
Services
Estate Planning
Medicaid Planning
Special Needs Trusts
Asset Protection
Wills & Probate
Trust Administration
Business Succession
Adult Guardianship
Estate Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized expertise in elder law and estate planning with a focus on Medicaid and asset protection.
- Our team provides tailored legal strategies that reflect clients' unique family dynamics and financial goals.
- We combine decades of collective experience with a compassionate approach to client representation.
- Our attorneys stay current with evolving legal standards to deliver authoritative, up-to-date advice.
- We maintain transparent communication and prioritize client education throughout the legal process.
What people say
Professional and knowledgeable
Timely and compassionate
Creative and thoughtful ideas
Responsive and thorough
Empathetic legal team
Services
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans that ensure your wishes are honored and assets protected. Our approach combines wills, trusts, and advanced directives to address tax implications, family dynamics, and long-term care needs. Clients receive personalized guidance through every documentation step.
Medicaid Planning
Our Medicaid specialists help preserve assets while qualifying for essential long-term care benefits. We implement strategies like asset protection trusts and income redirection to navigate complex eligibility requirements while maintaining financial security for families.
Special Needs Trusts
We establish specialized trusts that protect government benefit eligibility for disabled beneficiaries. Our plans ensure continued access to Medicaid and SSI while providing supplemental resources for enhanced quality of life through carefully structured legal frameworks.
Asset Protection
Our attorneys implement legal strategies to shield assets from potential creditors and lawsuits. Through entity structuring and trust arrangements, we create protective barriers that maintain ownership control while minimizing exposure to financial risks and legal challenges.
Trust Administration
We guide trustees through complex administrative responsibilities, ensuring proper asset management and distribution. Our support includes tax compliance, beneficiary communication, and legal documentation to fulfill fiduciary obligations while minimizing potential conflicts.
People
Andrey Milvidskiy
Founding Attorney
Andrey established the firm with extensive business experience and legal expertise in asset preservation. He authored 'The Law of Aging: Estate Planning and Beyond' and focuses on creating tailored solutions for complex estate planning matters across New Jersey and New York.
Stephanie E. Cangialosi
Attorney at Law
Stephanie brings over a decade of diverse legal experience, including international resettlement and tax law. Her background in pro bono coordination enhances her ability to address complex estate planning needs with particular attention to client circumstances.
Denise C. Ocasio
Attorney at Law
Denise offers extensive experience in probate litigation and elder law matters. With a focus on medical malpractice and nursing home abuse cases, she provides valuable perspective in protecting clients' interests through comprehensive estate planning strategies.
John R. Zajac
Attorney at Law
John contributes over 20 years of legal experience with a holistic approach to client representation. His public and private sector background informs practical solutions for estate planning, emphasizing personalized attention to individual needs.
Lisa Cook Bayer
Attorney at Law
Lisa combines legal expertise with nearly two decades of geriatric case management experience. Her background in Social Security law and elder care enhances her ability to address complex planning needs for aging clients and their families.
Questions
What is Medicaid planning and why is it necessary?
Medicaid planning helps individuals qualify for long-term care benefits while protecting assets. It's necessary because nursing home costs can quickly deplete savings, and proper planning ensures eligibility without complete financial depletion.
What are the different types of trusts used in estate planning?
Common trusts include revocable living trusts for probate avoidance, irrevocable trusts for asset protection, special needs trusts for disabled beneficiaries, and Medicaid-compliant trusts to preserve eligibility for government benefits.
How can I protect my assets from long-term care costs?
Asset protection strategies include Medicaid-compliant annuities, promissory notes, caregiver agreements, and irrevocable trusts. Our attorneys help implement legally sound methods to safeguard resources while maintaining eligibility for necessary care benefits.
What happens if I don't have an estate plan?
Without an estate plan, state intestacy laws will govern asset distribution, potentially causing family conflicts, increased costs, and delays. Incapacity planning documents like powers of attorney will also be absent, requiring court intervention.
How does a special needs trust work?
A special needs trust holds assets for a disabled beneficiary without disqualifying them from government benefits. The trust provides supplemental care while preserving eligibility for Medicaid, SSI, and other critical programs.
What is the difference between a will and a trust?
A will takes effect after death and requires probate, while a trust operates during life and after death, avoiding probate. Trusts offer greater control over asset distribution timing and conditions, along with privacy protections.
