Elder Care Law & Long Term Care Advocacy
Helping families navigate long-term care decisions, estate planning, and Medicaid planning across New Jersey and Southeastern Pennsylvania.Our Holistic Care Model
Our Services
Long Term Care Advocacy
Our dedicated care coordinators help families navigate the complexities of the long-term care system. We provide advocacy and guidance to ensure your loved ones receive the highest quality of care while protecting their independence and well-being during every stage of aging.Asset Protection Planning
Our attorneys develop customized plans designed to accomplish your specific legacy goals. We advise you on the legal documents appropriate for your unique circumstances and, more importantly, we ensure you and your family understand exactly how to use those documents when the time comes.Other
Services
Medicaid and Veterans Benefits
Our specialists identify and secure help families access the benefits your family has earned available to them. We are experienced in obtaining and maintaining vital programs—including Medicaid, Veterans’ benefits, Social Security, and Medicare—serving as your expert guide through the maze of public benefit requirements and applications.- Special Needs Planning
- Guardianship
- Unsupported Elders/Fiduciary Services
Experience You Can Trust
Rothkoff Law Group has advocated for families in New Jersey and Pennsylvania since 1999.
25+ Years of Service Serving families since 2000
Certified Elder Law Attorneys
Team includes attorneys with American Bar Association accredited certification in Elder Law
Holistic Care Model
Attorneys, elder care coordinators, and public benefit specialists working together
Community Leaders
Hosting the annual Elder Care Symposium and educational events across the region
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it true that assets cannot be transferred within five years of a Medicaid application?
While Medicaid has a five-year “look-back” period for asset transfers, it is a common myth that nothing can be done if you haven’t planned in advance. Even during a health crisis, there are legal strategies available to preserve a significant portion of your assets while still qualifying for necessary care.
Can we begin Medicaid planning if my loved one is already in a nursing home?
Yes. It is never too late to begin. Legitimate legal avenues exist to protect part or most of the assets of a nursing home resident, even if they have already been admitted. Our team specializes in “crisis planning” to help families navigate these urgent financial and legal decisions.
What is the primary difference between Medicare and Medicaid for long-term care?
Medicare is an entitlement program that generally only pays for limited, short-term skilled nursing care after a hospital stay. Medicaid is a needs-based program that, with proper legal planning, can cover nearly every expense associated with long-term nursing home care for an indefinite period.
What is a Durable Power of Attorney and why is it so important for seniors?
This legal document grants a trusted person the authority to manage your affairs if you become incapacitated. Without a high-quality Durable Power of Attorney in place, your family may be forced into a costly and lengthy court process called guardianship to manage your care during a crisis.
How does Rothkoff Law Group serve families in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania?
We maintain a team of attorneys licensed in both states and operate eight offices across the Delaware Valley. Because Medicaid and probate laws vary by state, our dual-state expertise ensures your plan is fully compliant with the specific regulations of your home jurisdiction.