Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Elder Law Services in California
Elder Care Law has been dedicated to providing specialized legal services for seniors since 2000. Our firm focuses on elder law, Medi-Cal planning, asset protection, conservatorships, probate, and estate planning, offering personalized attention through satellite offices across California. With over 15 years of experience, we have never had a Medi-Cal case denied, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for their unique needs.Our team prioritizes accessibility, offering in-home consultations and reasonable fees, while maintaining a commitment to ethical standards and client satisfaction. We combine deep expertise with compassionate guidance to help families navigate complex legal challenges.
Services
Medi-Cal Planning
Asset Protection
Conservatorships
Probate Services
Estate Planning
Power of Attorney
Legal Consultations
Trust Creation
Nursing Home Legal Help
Guardianship
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer individualized attention as a small, client-focused law firm
- Our team has 15+ years of experience with zero Medi-Cal case denials
- We provide convenient in-home consultations and satellite office locations
- Our fees are consistently more affordable than competing law firms
- We specialize exclusively in elder law with deep expertise in Medi-Cal planning
What people say
Highest level of representation
Genuine caring demeanor
Amazing team
Excellent attorney
Quick response time
Services
Medi-Cal Planning
Our Medi-Cal planning services help seniors qualify for government assistance while protecting their assets. We specialize in reducing share-of-cost burdens and maximizing benefits through strategic planning. With California's elimination of asset limits in 2024, our attorneys focus on protecting property from recovery and optimizing eligibility for home care, assisted living, and nursing home coverage.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, and advanced directives tailored to individual needs. Our approach ensures smooth asset transfer while minimizing tax implications and avoiding probate. We specialize in irrevocable trusts, special needs planning, and strategies to protect inheritances from creditors and unnecessary taxation.
Conservatorships
Our firm guides families through establishing conservatorships for loved ones requiring decision-making support. We handle both temporary and permanent arrangements, focusing on protecting vulnerable adults while respecting their rights. We assist with both personal care and financial management conservatorships across California.
Probate Services
We represent executors and beneficiaries in probate proceedings, ensuring proper asset distribution and debt settlement. Our services include will validation, inventory preparation, creditor notification, and court representation. We help streamline the process while maintaining compliance with California's specific probate requirements.
Asset Protection
Our asset protection strategies safeguard homes and savings from Medi-Cal recovery and potential creditors. We employ legal tools like trusts and property transfers while maintaining eligibility for benefits. Our approach balances protection needs with compliance requirements for long-term care planning.
People
Laura Butkute
Elder Law Attorney
Laura Butkute, Esq. holds an LLM from UCLA and has practiced elder law exclusively since 2004. She specializes in Medi-Cal planning and asset protection, offering personalized legal solutions. Her expertise includes complex case strategies and community outreach through senior center pro bono work.
Questions
What Medi-Cal planning services do you offer?
We help clients qualify for Medi-Cal benefits while protecting assets through strategic planning, reducing share-of-cost obligations, and maximizing coverage for home care and facility-based care.
Do you handle conservatorship cases?
Yes, we assist with establishing conservatorships for personal care and financial management, guiding families through California's legal requirements while protecting the conservatee's rights.
What estate planning documents do you prepare?
We create comprehensive plans including wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Can you help with probate matters?
Yes, we represent executors and beneficiaries in probate proceedings, handling will validation, asset distribution, and court compliance requirements across California.
What makes your firm different?
We offer personalized attention as a small firm with 15+ years of experience, satellite offices, in-home visits, and a proven track record with Medi-Cal cases.
How are attorney fees structured?
Our fees vary by case complexity but remain consistently more affordable than competing firms, with transparent pricing discussed during your free initial consultation.
