RAPHAN LAW PARTNERS, LLP - NYC, New York

Premier Elder Law and Estate Planning Firm in NYC 🏙️

Welcome to Raphan Law Partners, LLP, one of New York's most respected and dedicated elder law, estate planning, and special needs firms. Founded in 1992, our firm has spent over three decades providing compassionate and highly skilled legal counsel to clients throughout the New York metropolitan area. We understand that planning for the future and navigating the complexities of long-term care can be overwhelming. Our mission is to provide you and your family with peace of mind by creating customized legal strategies that protect your assets, preserve your legacy, and ensure your loved ones are cared for. At Raphan Law Partners, we treat our clients like family, offering the personalized attention and expert guidance you deserve. ❤️

Our Specialized Areas of Practice

Our attorneys concentrate exclusively on elder law and estate planning matters. This focused approach allows us to maintain a deep and current understanding of this intricate area of law, providing our clients with the highest level of service and expertise.

• Elder Law and Medicaid Planning: We help seniors and their families navigate the challenges of aging. A key part of this is Medicaid planning, where we develop strategies to help you qualify for Medicaid benefits to cover long-term care costs while legally protecting your hard-earned assets.
• Wills, Estate Planning and Probate Lawyers: We provide comprehensive estate planning services, including drafting Wills, Trusts (revocable and irrevocable), and other essential documents. Our goal is to create a plan that reflects your wishes, minimizes taxes, and avoids the lengthy and public process of probate. We also guide families through the Probate and Estate Administration process with efficiency and compassion.
• Asset Protection and Trusts Lawyers: We design sophisticated strategies to shield your assets from creditors, lawsuits, and the high costs of long-term care. This often involves creating specialized trusts tailored to your unique financial situation and goals. 🛡️
• Guardianship Proceedings: When a loved one becomes incapacitated without proper planning documents in place, a guardianship proceeding may be necessary. Our experienced attorneys represent clients in these sensitive court proceedings to ensure the proper care and management of the individual's personal and financial affairs.
• Special Needs Planning: We assist families in creating Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) to provide for the long-term financial security and quality of life of a loved one with a disability, without jeopardizing their eligibility for vital government benefits like Medicaid and SSI.
• Power of Attorney and Health Care Directives: We help you prepare for potential incapacity by drafting durable Powers of Attorney and health care proxies, ensuring that people you trust can make financial and medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable.

A Team of Award-Winning Attorneys

Our legal team is comprised of highly credentialed attorneys who are leaders in the field of elder law. Our partners, Marc and Brian Raphan, have consistently been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers® and have earned the prestigious AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible rating for both legal ability and ethical standards. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and our dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. 🏆

Schedule a Consultation

Protecting your family's future is one of the most important steps you can take. We invite you to contact our office to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced and caring attorneys. Let us help you navigate the future with confidence and security. 🤝