Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Elder Law & Estate Planning Services in El Paso, TX
Townsend Allala Coulter & Kludt, PLLC has provided compassionate legal counsel in elder law and estate planning since 2009. Our team of attorneys specializes in Medicaid planning, probate administration, and asset protection, serving clients across El Paso, TX, and Southern New Mexico. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize personalized solutions that safeguard clients' futures while navigating complex legal challenges. Our practice emphasizes transparency, ethical representation, and community-focused advocacy.We offer strategic guidance for long-term care planning, special needs trusts, and estate tax mitigation, ensuring clients' wishes are honored. Recognized for our expertise, we frequently speak at legal events and provide educational resources to empower informed decision-making. Our commitment to excellence extends to guardianship cases, Medicaid estate recovery defense, and business succession planning, positioning us as trusted advisors in elder law.
Services
Probate Administration
Elder Law
Medicaid Planning
Asset Protection
Estate Planning
Special Needs Trusts
Guardianship
Medicaid Estate Recovery
Long-Term Care Planning
Charitable Planning
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined experience in elder law and estate planning.
- Our team provides personalized Medicaid planning strategies to protect assets.
- We deliver compassionate guidance through probate and guardianship processes.
- Our attorneys are recognized speakers on elder law topics in the region.
- We implement proven asset protection methods against Medicaid estate recovery.
What people say
Patient and friendly staff
Caring people
Honest and reliable
Natural advocate for justice
Hands-on legal support
Services
Medicaid Planning
Our Medicaid planning services help clients qualify for benefits while protecting assets from spend-down requirements. We develop customized strategies to navigate eligibility rules in Texas and New Mexico. Our attorneys ensure compliance with federal and state regulations while preserving clients' financial legacies for future generations.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to safeguard assets and direct their distribution. Our plans address tax implications, guardianship for minors, and healthcare directives. We tailor solutions to clients' unique family dynamics and financial situations across two states.
Probate Administration
Our probate services guide families through validating wills, settling debts, and distributing assets according to legal requirements. We handle contested wills and complex estate distributions in Texas and New Mexico courts. Our approach minimizes delays and legal challenges during emotionally difficult times.
Asset Protection
We implement legal strategies to shield homes and savings from Medicaid estate recovery and creditor claims. Our services include irrevocable trusts, homestead protections, and exemption planning. We focus on maintaining eligibility for government benefits while preserving family wealth.
Special Needs Trusts
We establish special needs trusts that provide financial support for disabled beneficiaries without jeopardizing government assistance eligibility. Our plans coordinate with public benefits programs while addressing supplemental care needs. We ensure proper trust administration and compliance with evolving regulations.
People
Jessica Marie Kludt
Attorney at Law
Jessica Kludt focuses on elder law and Medicaid planning, helping families protect assets while qualifying for long-term care benefits. She brings compassionate legal representation to clients in El Paso and surrounding areas.
Jennifer Coulter
Attorney at Law
Jennifer Coulter specializes in estate planning and probate administration, guiding clients through complex legal processes with personalized solutions. She serves West Texas and Southern New Mexico communities with dedicated advocacy.
Stephanie Townsend Allala
Attorney at Law
Stephanie Townsend Allala concentrates on guardianship and special needs planning, advocating for clients' rights while establishing protective legal frameworks. Her practice emphasizes ethical representation and community education in elder law matters.
Questions
What elder law services do you offer in El Paso?
We provide Medicaid planning, guardianship, asset protection, estate planning, and probate administration tailored to seniors' needs.
How can Medicaid planning protect my assets?
Our strategies help qualify for Medicaid while preserving assets through legal tools like trusts and exemptions.
What estate planning documents are essential?
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives ensure your wishes are honored and assets protected.
Can you help with special needs trusts?
Yes, we create special needs trusts that maintain government benefits eligibility while providing supplemental financial support.
How does Medicaid estate recovery affect my home?
We implement legal protections to prevent Medicaid from claiming your primary residence after your passing.
