Rochester Elder Law - NY
Rochester Elder Law is a premier estate planning, Medicaid qualification, and elder law practice based in Rochester, New York. Formerly known as Dutcher & Zatkowsky, the firm brings over four decades of collective legal mastery led by Miles P. Zatkowsky and Yolanda Rios, protecting life savings, special needs beneficiaries, and senior rights across Monroe County with free initial consultations.
Compassionate Elder Law and Estate Planning in Rochester
Facing the complexities of aging, long-term nursing home costs, or the sudden incapacitation of a loved one can feel completely overwhelming. At Rochester Elder Law, seniors and their families find seasoned, empathetic legal advocates dedicated to preserving life savings and family dignity. Established in 2000 and formerly known as Dutcher & Zatkowsky, the firm is guided by founding attorney Miles P. Zatkowsky, who has practiced law since 1981 and earned consecutive Super Lawyers honors from 2013 through 2026. Together with partner Yolanda Rios, the legal team focuses on lifting legal burdens so clients can concentrate on family health and well-being. When families in Western New York need to find a lawyer who combines deep statutory knowledge with genuine compassion, Rochester Elder Law provides authoritative and comforting legal guidance.
Comprehensive Elder Law and Estate Practice Areas
The practice delivers dedicated legal solutions across a wide range of elder care, estate administration, and wealth preservation matters, including:
- Wills, estate planning and probate lawyers: Crafting legally enforceable last wills and testaments, health care proxies, living wills, and medical orders for life-sustaining treatment.
- Trusts lawyers: Designing irrevocable Medicaid asset protection trusts, revocable living trusts, and third-party supplemental needs trusts to safeguard assets while maintaining public benefit eligibility.
- Estate planning lawyers: Implementing comprehensive multi-generational asset transfer strategies that minimize tax burdens and insulate family inheritances from escalating nursing home costs.
- Probate lawyers: Guiding executors, administrators, and heirs through Monroe County Surrogate Court probate proceedings, fiduciary accountings, and asset distributions.
- Power of attorney lawyers: Establishing customized New York statutory short-form durable powers of attorney with comprehensive modifications to ensure seamless financial management.
- Guardianship and elder protection: Filing and litigating Article 81 guardianship petitions for incapacitated adults, having brought more guardianship proceedings than any firm in Monroe County.
The Medicaid Planning and Asset Protection Advantage
Navigating the New York Medicaid system and its strict five-year lookback period requires meticulous precision. Rochester Elder Law pairs experienced attorneys with dedicated in-house Medicaid specialists to manage complex application paperwork and avoid costly penalties. The firm regularly advises on emergency crisis planning, pooled supplemental needs trusts, spousal refusal strategies, and caregiver agreements. If you need a lawyer immediately to protect family savings before nursing home admission drains a lifetime of hard work, the firm swift intervention ensures vital assets remain protected.
Transparent Counsel and Client-Focused Solutions
Clarity and peace of mind are the pillars of the firm philosophy. From the initial consultation onward, attorneys explain complicated legal concepts in straightforward terms, helping families make confident decisions without fear. For families looking to hire an attorney, Rochester Elder Law provides transparent flat fee billing for standard estate plans, powers of attorney, and Medicaid applications, alongside clear retainer fee agreements for contested guardianships and probate litigation.
Accessible Design Center Office Location
The firm welcomes clients to its comfortable office at 3445 Winton Place, Suite 222, Rochester, NY 14623, situated on the second floor of The Design Center Building with elevator convenience and accessible parking near Doors 5 and 6. Rochester Elder Law proudly serves families across Rochester, Brighton, Henrietta, Pittsford, Penfield, Fairport, Webster, Greece, and communities throughout Monroe and Ontario counties.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated in the town of Henrietta, on the border of Brighton, at the intersection of Winton Road and Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Road.
Building Location
This is a 2-story commercial office building known as The Design Center Building, featuring upscale design spaces and a sleek facade. It is located near local landmarks like Brighton Town Park.
Parking Details
Ample free surface public parking is available on-site for clients and visitors, with the closest parking situated at the west end of the building.
Public Transit
Served by Regional Transit Service Route 12 (South Clinton); nearest stop is at Winton Place Design Center.
Accessibility / Suite Access
The office is located on the second floor of The Design Center Building. Visitors should park on the west end of the lot and enter through Door 5 or Door 6. From there, take the elevator to the second floor, where Suite 222 is situated close by.