Holmes, Holmes & Neisent, P.L.L.C. – Oklahoma City, OK

Specialized Elder Law and Special Needs Advocacy

Holmes, Holmes & Neisent, P.L.L.C. is a premier boutique law firm located in the Midtown district of Oklahoma City, specializing in Elder Law and Special Needs Planning. The firm has a long and distinguished history of serving the elderly and disabled communities of Oklahoma. Senior partner Lee M. Holmes, who has practiced law since 1963, was the first Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) in the state and a founding member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Together with partners Mark Holmes and Tracy Speck Neisent (also a CELA), the firm provides unmatched expertise in navigating the complex legal and financial challenges faced by seniors and individuals with disabilities. Their mission is to preserve dignity, protect assets, and ensure the highest quality of life for their clients.

Focused Legal Services

The firm concentrates exclusively on areas of law that impact aging individuals and those with special needs, offering deep technical knowledge that general practitioners often lack.

• Elder Law and Medicaid Planning: Developing strategies to pay for long-term care (nursing home or assisted living) while preserving assets for the spouse and heirs.
• Special Needs Trusts: creating trusts that allow individuals with disabilities to receive inheritances or settlements without losing eligibility for government benefits like SSI and Medicaid.
• Estate Planning: Drafting Wills, Revocable Trusts, and Powers of Attorney tailored to the specific health and financial circumstances of the client.
• Guardianship: Assisting families in obtaining legal authority to care for incapacitated adults or minor children.
• Probate and Trust Administration: Guiding families through the legal process of settling an estate after a death.
• Probate Litigation: representing clients in will contests and trust disputes.

A Legacy of Caring

Holmes, Holmes & Neisent, P.L.L.C. is more than just a law firm; it is an advocacy group for vulnerable populations. The attorneys are deeply involved in the community, working with organizations that prevent child abuse and support disability rights. Their office provides a warm, supportive environment where families can discuss sensitive issues like incapacity and end-of-life planning without fear. Because the rules regarding Medicaid and Social Security are constantly changing, having a Certified Elder Law Attorney on your side provides a significant advantage. The firm’s commitment to excellence and empathy makes them the go-to resource for families facing the challenges of aging.

Midtown Office

The firm is located on Northwest 13th Street in the heart of Midtown Oklahoma City. This central location makes it accessible from all parts of the metro. The office is situated in a converted historic residence, offering a homelike atmosphere that puts clients at ease. It is wheelchair accessible and designed to accommodate the needs of elderly and disabled visitors.