Elder Law Office of Mark Schaefer PC - Savannah, GA
Elder Law Office of Mark Schaefer PC is a trusted Savannah legal practice dedicated exclusively to elder law, long-term care planning, Medicaid qualification, and probate administration. Founded in 1999 by attorney and Certified Financial Planner Mark Schaefer, the firm provides predictable flat-fee estate planning and asset protection counsel for seniors and families across Coastal Georgia.
Focused Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, and Probate in Savannah
The financial complexities of aging, nursing home costs, and chronic medical diagnoses can quickly deplete a family life savings without proactive legal strategies. At the Elder Law Office of Mark Schaefer PC, seniors and their adult children find knowledgeable, reassuring guidance specifically tailored to protect their dignity and financial security. When families need to find an attorney in Savannah who blends in-depth legal mastery with advanced financial planning credentials, attorney Mark Schaefer provides clear, sensible solutions designed to shield assets from catastrophic healthcare expenses.
Establishing his elder law practice in 1999 after graduating cum laude from Georgia State University College of Law, Mark Schaefer brings a multidimensional background in economics, finance, and community development. Holding a Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning and a Master of Business Administration in Finance, he is also a Certified Financial Planner. Prior to practicing law, he administered federal housing programs and taught strategic planning at the university level. When individuals need to hire an estate planning lawyer who understands both the legal instruments and the underlying tax and investment considerations, Mark Schaefer delivers comprehensive plans structured on a transparent flat-fee basis with no unpredictable hourly billing.
Dedicated Practice Areas and Elder Care Services
- Nursing Home Medicaid Planning: Structuring assets legally to qualify for Georgia Medicaid nursing home coverage while preserving the family home, spousal income, and life savings.
- Long-Term Care and Senior Housing: Advising families on assisted living options, continuing care contracts, reverse mortgages, Medicare coverage rules, and long-term care insurance policies.
- Simple and Complex Wills: Drafting enforceable wills that clearly direct property distributions, appoint trustworthy executors, and minimize the risk of contentious probate disputes.
- Revocable Living Trusts: Creating living trusts that maintain family financial privacy, facilitate asset management during incapacity, and enable complete probate avoidance.
- Durable Financial Powers of Attorney: Drafting comprehensive power of attorney instruments that grant trusted family agents authority to handle banking, tax, and property affairs if disability occurs.
- Advance Directives for Health Care: Ensuring clients express their healthcare preferences, end-of-life wishes, and appoint reliable healthcare agents under Georgia statutory forms.
- Probate and Estate Administration: Assisting surviving spouses and executors with will probate, intestate estate administration, and fiduciary accountings in Georgia probate courts.
- Charitable and Planned Giving: Formulating tax-advantaged planned gifts, charitable remainder trusts, and IRA distribution strategies aligned with family philanthropic goals.
Recognized Community Dedication and Transparent Flat Fees
In 2018, Mark Schaefer was honored with the Champion of Justice Award by the Georgia Legal Services Program for his enduring commitment to elderly citizens and low-income seniors. An active member of the Greater Savannah Coalition on Aging and the State Bar of Georgia Fiduciary Law Section, he regularly educates community groups on healthcare directives and asset preservation. His practice philosophy emphasizes total transparency: most estate and elder planning services are performed for a set flat fee, ensuring clients know the exact cost of their legal documents beforehand.
Savannah Southside Office and Complimentary Consultations
The Elder Law Office of Mark Schaefer PC is located at 785 King George Blvd #208 in Savannah, GA 31419, offering convenient access and ground-level accessibility for clients throughout Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, and Chatham County. Clients seeking dependable advice on Medicaid planning, estate administration, or elder asset protection can contact the office to request a complimentary initial consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the suburban community of Georgetown, just southwest of Savannah near the Little Ogeechee River.
Building Location
Housed in a two-story brick office condominium building within the Georgetown Office Park. Built in 2005, the property is situated off King George Boulevard.
Parking Details
Ample surface public parking is available for clients in both the front and rear of the building.
Public Transit
Served by Chatham Area Transit Route 6 (Cross Town); nearest stop is at King George & Alko SB.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building through the main entrance and take the stairs to the second floor to locate Suite 208.