Elder Law Attorney in Florida
Protecting dignity, security, and peace of mind
Aging brings questions that families can’t ignore: about care, finances, and who will step in when decisions need to be made. At Berg Bryan Elder Law Group, our attorneys provide clear, steady guidance for Florida seniors and their loved ones. From planning for long-term care to addressing guardianship or financial protection, we create legal strategies that give families confidence while preserving dignity and independence.
Getting older brings new legal questions that can feel scary. How will you pay for care if you need it? Who will make decisions if you can’t? How can you protect your home and savings? Florida elder law attorneys focus only on helping older adults and their caregivers answer these tough questions.
You worked hard your whole life. Now let us work hard to protect what matters most to you.
Elder law helps Florida’s older adults with their special legal needs. Unlike lawyers who focus on one area, elder law attorneys handle many different issues that affect seniors, including:
What makes elder law special is looking at the whole picture. Elder law attorneys think about how choices about your healthcare might affect your money, your family, and your overall well-being.
Planning ahead with an elder law attorney gives you more options and better results than waiting until a crisis happens.
Nursing homes in Florida cost over $10,000 per month, and Medicare won’t pay for long-term care. Elder law attorneys help seniors:
No one expects to become disabled, but planning for this possibility is smart. Florida elder law attorneys help clients:
These legal tools make sure your wishes are followed even if you can’t speak for yourself.
While many lawyers create wills, elder law attorneys understand seniors’ unique concerns. They help with:
A good estate plan gives peace of mind that your money and property will go to the people you choose.
Many Florida seniors served our country, but don’t know about all their benefits. Elder law attorneys help veterans:
These benefits can provide vital money for care at home or in assisted living.
Duval County
Clay County
St. Johns County
While it’s never too early to start planning, certain life events often signal it’s time to get elder law help:
The best time to talk to an elder law attorney is before a crisis happens. Planning ahead gives you more choices and better outcomes than reacting to emergencies.
When you work with our elder law team, you get attorneys who focus entirely on helping seniors. Unlike general lawyers, we know exactly how Medicaid works, which assets you can protect, and how different legal choices affect each other.
We keep up with ever-changing benefit rules and work closely with care managers and financial advisors. Our daily experience with cases just like yours means we can spot problems before they happen and find solutions a general lawyer might miss.
Planning for the challenges of aging doesn’t have to be scary. With the right legal help, you can face the future with confidence, knowing your wishes will be honored and your assets protected.
At Berg Bryant Elder Law Group, we’re committed to helping Florida seniors and their families handle the complex legal issues of aging. Our caring approach ensures you’re treated with dignity and respect while getting the best legal advice.
Don’t wait until a crisis forces you into rushed decisions with limited options. Contact us today to schedule a meeting and take the first step toward securing your future.
Elder law combines expertise from many areas—healthcare law, estate planning, tax law, and more—to address seniors’ specific needs. Unlike lawyers who focus on just one area, elder law attorneys look at the whole picture, thinking about how each legal decision affects other parts of a senior’s life.
Florida doesn’t have laws that require adult children to financially support their parents. However, if you’ve signed as a responsible party for a parent’s nursing home or assisted living facility, you may have signed a contract that creates obligations. Also, if you act as your parent’s agent under a power of attorney or as their guardian, you must act in their best interest. An elder law attorney can help explain these responsibilities.
Florida generally considers someone “elderly” at age 60 for most senior programs and services, including those offered through the Department of Elder Affairs. However, eligibility for specific benefits varies—Medicare typically begins at 65, while some senior housing communities may set age thresholds at 55 or 62. Legal protections against age discrimination and elder abuse apply regardless of your exact age.
Elder law attorney fees in Florida depend on how complex your situation is and what services you need. Some services, like creating basic healthcare directives, might cost a few hundred dollars, while complete. Many elder law attorneys offer flat-fee packages for specific services, while others bill by the hour. During your first meeting, the attorney should clearly explain their fees.
Yes, elder law attorneys can help with Medicare enrollment, appeal coverage denials, and coordinate Medicare with other benefits like Medicaid or long-term care insurance. They can advise on picking the right Medicare plans based on your healthcare needs and money situation. For day-to-day Medicare questions, a SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) counselor offers free help through Florida’s Department of Elder Affairs.
Serving clients throughout Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau Counties including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Orange Park, Fleming Island, St. Augustine, and surrounding areas.
