Elder Law Office of Julianne Kocer - Rochester, MN
The Elder Law Office of Julianne Kocer is a premier elder law and estate planning practice in Rochester, Minnesota, founded in 1998 by award-winning attorney Julianne Kocer, dedicated to asset preservation, Medicaid planning, special needs trusts, and compassionate probate administration.
Dedicated Elder Law and Asset Preservation in Rochester, Minnesota
As families grow older, confronting the realities of long-term nursing care, cognitive decline, and potential financial depletion becomes overwhelming. Located at 2434 Superior Drive Northwest in Rochester, the Elder Law Office of Julianne Kocer provides compassionate, highly specialized legal counsel to seniors, vulnerable adults, and their families throughout Southeastern Minnesota. Established in 1998, the firm is led by attorney Julianne Kocer, a William Mitchell College of Law graduate with nearly three decades of practice. Having served as President of the Minnesota Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and honored as NAELA Member of the Year, Ms. Kocer is a recognized leader in senior advocacy. Whether you need a lawyer to shield a family home from nursing home costs, navigate Medical Assistance, or establish a special needs trust, the firm delivers protective solutions tailored to your family's future.
Comprehensive Legal Services for Seniors and Families
Elder law requires a holistic approach that balances complex healthcare programs with protective estate instruments. When families look to find a lawyer who understands the intersection of state Medical Assistance rules, federal benefits, and estate preservation, Julianne Kocer provides clear guidance across essential practice areas.
Medicaid and Minnesota Medical Assistance Planning
The catastrophic cost of skilled nursing home care can quickly consume a lifetime of savings. The firm helps aging individuals and married couples qualify for Minnesota Medical Assistance while protecting exempt property, such as the family home and spousal resource allowances. By implementing proactive asset transfers, caregiver agreements, and irrevocable trusts, Ms. Kocer shields family inheritances while securing high-quality long-term care for aging loved ones.
Custom Wills, Revocable Trusts, and Life Care Planning
Traditional wills often fail to address the complexities of disability and elder healthcare. Serving as experienced estate planning lawyers, wills lawyers, and trusts lawyers, the practice creates comprehensive legal structures, including revocable living trusts, advance healthcare directives, and durable power of attorney lawyers documents. These instruments ensure that trusted fiduciaries can manage financial and healthcare decisions during incapacity, avoiding contentious court-appointed conservatorships.
Special Needs Trusts and Disability Advocacy
Providing for children or adults with physical or cognitive disabilities demands precise legal structures. Ms. Kocer designs first-party and third-party supplemental needs trusts that allow families to provide financial assistance, therapies, and enrichment without jeopardizing crucial government entitlements like Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid.
Compassionate Probate and Trust Administration
Losing a loved one is emotionally draining, and administering an estate should not add unnecessary burdens. As seasoned probate lawyers, the firm guides personal representatives and trustees through the Olmsted County court process. From filing initial petitions and resolving creditor claims to transferring real property and completing final accountings, the practice ensures smooth, compliant estate settlement.
Why Choose Julianne Kocer
- Nationally Recognized Elder Law Leader: Recipient of the prestigious NAELA Member of the Year award and Past President of the Minnesota NAELA Chapter.
- Nearly 30 Years of Practice: Dedicated exclusively to elder law, disability planning, and estate administration since 1998.
- Compassionate Holistic Focus: Taking the time to understand each client's medical, emotional, and financial realities to craft tailored life-care solutions.
- Serving Southeastern Minnesota: Proudly helping families in Rochester, Olmsted County, Winona, Austin, and neighboring communities.
Protect Your Family's Future in Rochester
Proactive long-term care planning prevents devastating asset loss and ensures your loved ones receive the care they deserve. When you need to hire an attorney who treats your family with warmth, respect, and unparalleled expertise, contact the Elder Law Office of Julianne Kocer in Rochester today to schedule your consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in a quiet professional commercial park in Northwest Rochester, just off West Circle Drive.
Building Location
The office is situated inside a modern one-story professional office building at 2434 Superior Dr NW, located near the First Alliance Credit Union and Bloom Acai Cafe.
Parking Details
A large surface public parking lot is available directly in front of the building, offering ample free parking for clients and visitors.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main front entrance on the ground floor, proceed down the main hallway, and you will find the entrance to Suite 103.