Cohen & Malad

At Machado & Carden, LLP, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of legal services to our clients, focusing on the specific needs of senior citizens and disabled individuals. We have built a reputation for our sensitivity, expertise, and commitment to our clients' financial security. Our team of attorneys has extensive experience in elder law, estate planning, and asset preservation, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible representation.

Our Expertise

Our firm was founded in 2001, and since then, we have helped thousands of greater Boston's elderly and disabled navigate the complex legal and health care systems. We understand the unique challenges that our clients face, and we are dedicated to helping them protect their assets and ensure their financial security. We offer a wide range of legal services, including:

• Medicaid Law: We help clients navigate the complexities of the Medicaid system and ensure that they receive the benefits they are entitled to.
• Guardian/Conservatorships: We assist families in having the court appoint a legal guardian or conservator to serve in the best interest of their loved ones.
• Special Needs Trusts: We help families protect their loved ones' inheritance and ensure that it does not impact their eligibility for Medicaid, Social Security, or other public benefits.
• Estate Planning: We help clients create a comprehensive estate plan that addresses their specific needs and goals.
• Estate Tax Planning: We assist clients in minimizing estate taxes and ensuring that their assets are distributed according to their wishes.
• Probate Law: We guide clients through the probate process and help them resolve any disputes that may arise.
• Nursing Home Residents' Rights: We advocate for the rights of nursing home residents and help them navigate the complex system of care and benefits.
• Personal Injury Settlements: We help clients navigate the legal process following a personal injury and ensure that they receive fair compensation.

Our Attorneys

Our team of attorneys is dedicated to providing the highest level of service to our clients. We have extensive experience in elder law, estate planning, and asset preservation, and we are committed to helping our clients achieve their goals. Our attorneys include:

• Joshua M. Machado: A seasoned attorney with a focus on elder law, estate planning, and asset preservation.
• Eric R. Carden: A dedicated attorney with extensive experience in Medicaid law, guardianships, and special needs trusts.
• Lisa Paciello: A compassionate attorney who helps families navigate the complexities of elder law and estate planning.
• Denise Harvey: A knowledgeable attorney with a focus on special needs planning and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
• Christine B. Robles: A skilled attorney who helps clients with estate planning, estate tax planning, and probate law.
• Janna Eaker: A dedicated attorney who assists clients with nursing home residents' rights and personal injury settlements.

Why Choose Us?

At Machado & Carden, LLP, we understand the unique challenges that our clients face, and we are dedicated to providing them with the highest level of legal services. We have extensive experience in elder law, estate planning, and asset preservation, and we are committed to helping our clients protect their assets and ensure their financial security. Contact us today to learn more about the legal services we offer and how we can help you and your family.