Elder Law Attorney in Cooper City, Florida
Elder law is a legal specialty focused on issues affecting aging individuals and their families, including Medicaid planning, long-term care decisions, and special needs trusts. Mark Mastrarrigo P.A. is an elder law attorney in Cooper City, Florida, providing compassionate guidance to protect seniors and their families throughout Broward County.
Protecting Seniors and Their Families in Cooper City
As we age, legal and financial decisions become increasingly complex. Elder law addresses the unique challenges facing seniors and their families, from protecting assets while qualifying for Medicaid to ensuring loved ones with special needs are cared for properly.
At Mark Mastrarrigo P.A., we understand that elder law matters are deeply personal. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate crisis, we provide compassionate guidance rooted in Florida-specific expertise and a commitment to protecting your family's future.
Our Cooper City office serves families throughout Broward County who need help navigating Medicaid eligibility, long-term care decisions, and special needs planning. We work closely with families to develop strategies that honor their goals while maximizing available protections under Florida law.
Elder Law Services
Medicaid Planning
Strategic planning to qualify for Medicaid while protecting your assets and legacy.
Learn moreLong-Term Care Planning
Prepare for nursing home, assisted living, and home care costs while protecting your family.
Learn moreSpecial Needs Planning
Special needs trusts and planning to provide for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing benefits.
Learn moreWhy Elder Law Planning Matters
Protect Your Assets
Without proper planning, long-term care costs can quickly deplete a lifetime of savings. Elder law planning helps protect assets for your spouse and heirs while ensuring you receive the care you need.
Qualify for Benefits
Medicaid and other government benefits have strict eligibility requirements. Strategic planning can help you qualify for benefits while preserving assets within legal limits.
Care for Loved Ones
Special needs trusts and other elder law tools ensure that family members with disabilities receive supplemental support without losing essential government benefits.
Plan for the Future
Whether you're planning five years ahead or facing an immediate care decision, having the right legal framework in place provides peace of mind for you and your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is elder law and who needs it?
Elder law covers legal issues that affect aging individuals and their families, including Medicaid planning, long-term care planning, and special needs trusts. Anyone approaching retirement age or caring for aging parents can benefit from elder law guidance.
How can Medicaid planning help protect my assets?
Strategic Medicaid planning allows you to qualify for Medicaid benefits while protecting assets for your spouse and heirs. This involves proper asset structuring, timing, and legal tools like irrevocable trusts, done within Florida's legal framework.
When should I start planning for long-term care?
Ideally, long-term care planning should begin at least 5 years before you anticipate needing care, as Medicaid has a 5-year look-back period. However, crisis planning options exist for those who need immediate assistance.
What is a special needs trust?
A special needs trust allows you to leave assets to a loved one with disabilities without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits like SSI and Medicaid. The trust provides supplemental support for quality of life needs.
Do you serve clients throughout Broward County?
Yes. Our office is in Cooper City, and we regularly serve elder law clients in Davie, Weston, Miramar, Sunrise, and throughout Broward County.
Service Areas
Our Cooper City office serves elder law clients throughout Broward County:
Elder Law Resources
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Schedule an Elder Law Consultation
Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate elder law matter, we're here to help. Contact our Cooper City office to discuss your situation and explore your options.
Last reviewed: February 2026
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