Law Offices of Osofsky & Osofsky - Hayward, CA
With over fifty years of legal experience, the Law Offices of Osofsky & Osofsky is a premier East Bay elder law and estate planning firm in Hayward, California, renowned for preserving family assets against catastrophic nursing home costs through expert Medi-Cal planning, living trusts, and probate administration.
Dedicated Elder Law and Estate Planning Advocacy in Hayward, California
Preparing for the future and protecting vulnerable family members against catastrophic healthcare expenses requires deep legal expertise and genuine personal empathy. Located in the Gateway Plaza at 1290 B Street in Hayward, California, the Law Offices of Osofsky & Osofsky has guided seniors, caregivers, and families throughout Alameda County and the East Bay for decades. Founded by veteran attorney Gene L. Osofsky, who was admitted to the California State Bar in 1970, our boutique firm is committed to safeguarding family wealth from the devastating financial impact of prolonged long-term care while ensuring that aging loved ones receive the care they deserve.
Many families mistakenly believe that traditional wills or basic living trusts are sufficient to protect their life savings if an unexpected medical crisis strikes. However, when a spouse or parent enters a skilled nursing facility, Bay Area costs can easily exceed fifteen thousand dollars per month, quickly draining a lifetime of savings. Whether you need a lawyer urgently to navigate an immediate Medi-Cal crisis placement or wish to proactively structure your estate to avoid probate, our legal team provides decisive and compassionate counsel. When you choose to hire an attorney with our practice, you gain a recognized elder law pioneer who tailors every strategy to your family unique goals.
Focused Estate Planning and Senior Protection Services
The Law Offices of Osofsky & Osofsky concentrates on specialized practice areas designed to preserve assets and support seniors throughout every stage of life, including:
- Estate planning lawyers creating comprehensive plans that safeguard personal autonomy, protect family wealth, and preserve eligibility for government benefits.
- Trusts lawyers designing revocable living trusts, irrevocable asset protection vehicles, and special needs trusts for individuals with disabilities.
- Wills lawyers drafting clear last will and testament documents to nominate guardians for minor dependents and direct the orderly transfer of personal property.
- Power of attorney lawyers crafting durable financial powers of attorney and advance healthcare directives that empower trusted agents during periods of incapacity.
- Probate lawyers guiding executors and grieving beneficiaries through California court-supervised estate administration with sensitivity and procedural precision.
- Medi-Cal planning counsel utilizing legally sanctioned strategies to protect family residences from state estate recovery claims and secure long-term nursing home funding.
- Hospice planning guidance assisting terminally ill individuals and their families in making thoughtful end-of-life decisions with dignity and peace of mind.
Recognized Elder Law Authority Across Northern California
Attorney Gene L. Osofsky is recognized as a Northern California Super Lawyer in elder law and holds a perfect 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo. Co-author of The Consumer Guide to Medi-Cal Planning and a frequent lecturer to financial planners, healthcare workers, and bar associations, he is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform. Honored with the Wiley W. Manuel Award for pro bono service, Gene Osofsky is widely recognized as one of the foremost elder law practitioners in the region. If you want to find a lawyer who combines decades of proven experience with heartfelt community commitment, our firm provides exceptional legal guidance.
Contact Our Hayward Office for Compassionate Guidance
Navigating the legal intricacies of aging, disability, and estate transfer should never be done without experienced legal guidance. The Law Offices of Osofsky & Osofsky offers telephone and video consultations, providing accessible legal support to seniors and adult children across Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco counties. Contact our Hayward office today to schedule your consultation and secure the enduring protection your family deserves.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the lively Downtown Hayward area, a convenient and highly walkable district.
Building Location
It is a professional office building known as Gatehouse Plaza, located at 1290 B Street near the corner of B Street and 2nd Street, close to the local Hayward BART station.
Parking Details
For visitors, ample covered and surface parking is available directly on-site at the office plaza.
Public Transit
Served by AC Transit Route 28 (To Hayward BART / To San Leandro BART); nearest stop is at 2nd Street & B Street.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the main entrance of Gatehouse Plaza, take the elevator or stairs to the second floor, and locate Suite 208.