Great Neck Estate Planning Attorney
A well-developed and thoughtful estate plan can provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones. For over 20 years our attorneys have served the Great Neck community, a place that values family and long-term security. Our lawyers understand those values, celebrate them, and work hard to develop estate plans that will protect them.
Esther Schwartz Zelmanovitz, PLLC is located right here in Great Neck, in the Gold Coast area, and just a few minutes’ drive from both the Great Neck Long Island Rail Road Station and the Manhasset Long Island Rail Road Station.
Call (516) 347-7356 or contact us online today to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Comprehensive Planning, Personalized for You How Can We Help?
Key Estate Planning Services
We can assist with foundational documents like wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
Creating a will is often the first step, as it allows you to designate who will inherit your assets. Trusts can help you manage your estate more efficiently by reducing or even eliminating probate costs while keeping your affairs private and out of the public courts..
Another critical element of estate planning is drafting a power of attorney, which appoints someone you trust to manage your financial affairs if you become unable to do so. Additionally, healthcare directives exist so that your medical preferences are followed in the event you cannot communicate them yourself.
By crafting these documents, you not only protect your own wishes but also protect your family from unnecessary stress during a difficult time.
Medicaid Planning and Special Needs
Medicaid planning is a proactive way to protect your assets while retaining access to vital long-term care services. This can be particularly important given the rising costs of long term care in New York. We can help you structure a plan that will help you qualify for Medicaid benefits without depleting your life savings. Options that include irrevocable trusts, reorganization of assets, and other forward-thinking mechanisms are something we can talk over with you.
Special needs planning is vital for families with loved ones who require ongoing support. Tools like special needs trusts can allow those with disabilities to remain financially secure without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits. These carefully designed trusts allow you to set aside funds for their care and well-being without impacting the government benefits to which they are entitled, offering you long-term stability and peace of mind.
Probate Assistance
Losing a loved one is never easy, and dealing with the probate process in the aftermath can feel overwhelming. Our attorneys can be a valuable source of guidance for you. Probate can easily become complicated by disputes, unclear estate documents, or the size of the estate. We’ll work to resolve these challenges, aiming to give you a smooth and efficient process from start to finish.
Trusted by Families, Respected by Peers Client Experiences That Speak for Themselves
At Esther Schwartz Zelmanovitz, PLLC, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Expert Guidance Through Medicaid and Senior Care Needs"
Esther and her team provided invaluable support in navigating Medicaid and caregiving services for my dad. Their patience, expertise, and problem-solving were essential. Highly recommended!
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"Organized, Responsive, and Supportive Legal Guidance"
A seamless experience from start to finish—organized, responsive, and with us every step of the way. Truly a pleasure to work with!
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"Comprehensive and Professional Estate Planning"
Esther's expertise in wills, power of attorney, healthcare proxies, and more made our planning thorough and seamless. Highly professional and experienced!
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"Thorough, Professional, and Supportive Estate Planning"
Clear guidance, detailed explanations, and a professional touch—our estate planning experience was seamless. We felt truly taken care of!
- Anonymous
Our Values, Your Peace of Mind The Principles That Define Our Firm
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Compassionate, Relationship-Driven Service
We believe every client deserves to be treated with dignity, patience, and genuine care. Our firm fosters long-term relationships, guiding families with warmth and empathy through emotionally sensitive matters like elder care, estate planning, and loss.
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Clear, Respectful Communication
We prioritize honest, prompt, and respectful communication. Whether answering questions or guiding you through complex decisions, we're responsive, dependable, and committed to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
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Serving with Integrity and Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethical practice and professional excellence. Clients can count on us not just for our legal knowledge, skill and experience, but for honesty, transparency, and unwavering advocacy on their behalf.
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Tailored Legal Guidance for Every Client
No two clients are the same. We take the time to truly understand each client’s concerns, goals, and values, crafting customized legal solutions that reflect what matters most to them.
Call Our Great Neck Estate Planning Attorneys Today
Early preparation is a good idea for all estate planning needs. It gives clients the opportunity to reflect on what they want, for themselves and their families. Our lawyers offer counsel that is not only professionally astute but personalized and empathetic. We take the time to listen and to truly understand your goals, hopes, and concerns. Our objective is to leverage all of our experience and knowledge to create an estate plan that is uniquely customized to your needs.
Call (516) 347-7356 today.
