Brooklyn Medicaid Planning Attorney
When you or a loved one needs long-term care, figuring out how to pay for it can be overwhelming. The costs of nursing homes and assisted living in New York can drain your hard-earned savings in just a few years — but it doesn’t have to be that way. With help from a trusted Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney, you can protect your assets, qualify for Medicaid, and secure your family’s financial future.
At Alatsas Law Firm, we’ve helped Brooklyn families navigate New York Medicaid rules for nearly 30 years. We’ll guide you through every step so you can have peace of mind knowing your loved ones are cared for.
What Is Medicaid Planning?
Medicaid planning is the legal process of structuring your finances to meet New York’s strict eligibility requirements for long-term care benefits. Medicaid covers nursing home and home health care costs for seniors who qualify — but getting approved isn’t simple.
In New York, Medicaid has strict income and asset limits. If you have too many resources, you won’t qualify. Worse, if you give away assets improperly, you could face penalties under the 5-year lookback rule. That’s why working with an experienced Medicaid planning attorney in Brooklyn is so important.
Why You Need a Medicaid Planning Attorney in Brooklyn
Understanding Complex Eligibility Rules
New York’s Medicaid eligibility rules are complicated. Income thresholds, allowable expenses, exempt assets — it’s easy to make mistakes that cost you thousands. An experienced Brooklyn Medicaid lawyer will ensure you understand how your income and assets affect eligibility.
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Avoiding Common Mistakes
Many families try to “spend down” assets themselves or transfer property to children without realizing the consequences. Doing this improperly can disqualify you from Medicaid for years. Our team helps you avoid costly pitfalls.
Protecting Your Family’s Future
We know you’ve worked hard to build your legacy. Our goal is to help you keep it.
"With strategic planning, you can protect your home, savings, and other assets — so you can pass them on to the people you love." - Theodore Alatsas, Esq., Brooklyn Medicaid Planning Attorney
"With strategic planning, you can protect your home, savings, and other assets — so you can pass them on to the people you love." - Theodore Alatsas, Esq., Medicaid Planning Strategies We Use
Every family’s situation is different. We develop a custom plan using proven tools to meet your needs:
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Spend-Down Planning — We help you legally reduce countable assets while maintaining eligibility.
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Irrevocable Medicaid Trusts — Protect your home and other assets from Medicaid recovery.
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Pooled Income Trusts — For seniors or disabled individuals with income over the Medicaid limit, we can use a pooled trust to help you qualify.
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Gift Planning — Navigate gifting under New York’s 5-year lookback rule to minimize penalties.
How Our Brooklyn Medicaid Planning Process Works
Step 1: Initial Consultation - The Vision Meeting
We start with a compassionate, confidential meeting to understand your family’s goals, finances, and concerns. Our vision meeting is more than just a free consultation, it helps us get to what really matters for you, and helps us create a roadmap to get there.
Step 2: Create a Personalized Plan - The Design Meeting
Next, we design a plan tailored to your unique situation — so you can qualify for Medicaid benefits and protect what matters most. Our plan for you is based on your goals, and is outlined by your intentions - who gets what, when and who is in control? At the design meeting, we put your plan together - the way you want, not the way others may want for you.
Step 3: Ongoing Support - Maintenance Program
We’re here for you as your needs change. We provide ongoing support and reviews to ensure your plan stays up to date with New York Medicaid law. Our maintenance program keeps your plan current, and insures that your remain in compliance - we don't want you getting denied for medicaid when the time comes, and neither should you. The maintenance program is that helping hand to get you to the finish line.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicaid Planning
Q: Can Medicaid take my house in New York?
A: Your primary residence is often exempt while you’re living in it, but after you pass away, Medicaid may try to recover costs from your estate. Proper planning with an irrevocable trust can help protect your home.
Q: What is the Medicaid 5-year lookback rule?
A: Medicaid reviews all asset transfers made within five years of your application. Improper transfers can result in a penalty period during which you’re ineligible for benefits.
Q: When should I start Medicaid planning?
A: The earlier, the better. Planning ahead gives you more options to protect your assets and avoid penalties.
Why Choose Alatsas Law Firm?
For nearly 30 years, Brooklyn families have trusted Theodore Alatsas and our team for compassionate, effective elder law and Medicaid planning services. We understand the local rules, the stress you’re under, and how to protect your legacy.
We’re proud to be the Brooklyn Medicaid planning attorney that families turn to when it matters most.
Learn more about some of our medicaid planning options - The Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) or the iPUG
Talk to a Brooklyn Medicaid Planning Attorney Today
Don’t wait until it’s too late. If you or a loved one is concerned about the cost of long-term care, now is the time to plan. Protect your home, your savings, and your family’s future with help from an experienced New York Medicaid planning lawyer.
Contact us today or call us at (718)233-2903 to schedule your confidential consultation. We’re ready to help your family find peace of mind.
Local Address & Service Area
Alatsas Law Firm
2115 Avenue U, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Serving Sheepshead Bay, Marine Park, Gerritsen Beach, Gravesend, Bensonhurst, and all Brooklyn neighborhoods, Queens and Staten Island
