Law Firm of Sharma Moriarty - Lubbock, TX
The Law Firm of Sharma Moriarty is a premier Lubbock, Texas elder law and estate planning practice led by VA-accredited attorney Sharma Lynn Moriarty, providing compassionate legal counsel in Medicaid planning, wills and trusts, VA benefits, and probate administration throughout the South Plains.
Compassionate Elder Law and Estate Planning in Lubbock, Texas
Conveniently located at 12513 Quaker Avenue, Suite B, in south Lubbock, the Law Firm of Sharma Moriarty provides dedicated legal counsel for seniors, military veterans, and families across West Texas. Founded by Attorney Sharma Lynn Moriarty, a graduate of Regent University School of Law and an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Texas Bar College, the practice focuses specifically on legal matters arising during the second half of life. Grounded in Christian values of service and integrity, Attorney Moriarty delivers personalized counsel. When long-term healthcare needs or estate decisions arise, you need an attorney who combines knowledge of public benefits with compassionate guidance to protect your family legacy.
Comprehensive Estate Planning, Wills, and Living Trusts
Estate planning is not solely about distributing wealth after death; it is about protecting your autonomy, healthcare decisions, and financial security during your lifetime. As dedicated estate planning lawyers, the firm helps clients establish enforceable legal frameworks that eliminate uncertainty for surviving relatives:
- Drafting customized last wills and testaments that clearly direct asset distributions and name trusted executors.
- Establishing revocable living trusts and asset protection trusts to avoid probate and protect family privacy.
- Preparing durable financial powers of attorney and medical powers of attorney for comprehensive incapacity planning.
- Formulating advance healthcare directives and living wills to ensure medical choices are respected.
- Drafting lady bird deeds to transfer residential real estate smoothly without probate delays.
Strategic Medicaid Planning and Nursing Home Asset Protection
The soaring costs of skilled nursing and memory care can rapidly consume a family entire life savings. The Law Firm of Sharma Moriarty assists West Texas seniors in qualifying for government benefits without impoverishing healthy spouses:
- Designing Medicaid planning strategies that shield family assets from devastating nursing home costs.
- Establishing Qualified Income Trusts (Miller Trusts) to satisfy strict Texas monthly income thresholds.
- Navigating Medicaid applications with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for clients.
- Implementing asset preservation techniques to protect family homes from Medicaid estate recovery claims.
- Structuring special needs trusts to safeguard financial support for loved ones with disabilities.
Accredited Veterans Pension and VA Benefits Planning
As an accredited attorney with the Department of Veterans Affairs, Sharma Moriarty provides authoritative guidance for wartime veterans and surviving spouses seeking long-term care support:
- Evaluating eligibility criteria for the VA non-service connected pension and the Aid and Attendance allowance.
- Structuring household assets and medical expense deductions to meet strict VA net worth thresholds.
- Preparing and submitting comprehensive VA pension application packages for timely processing.
West Texas Probate and Trust Administration
Losing a loved one is emotionally exhausting, and navigating probate court requirements should not add to that grief. As experienced probate lawyers, the firm assists executors and families across Lubbock, Hale, Crosby, Floyd, Garza, Lynn, Hockley, and Lamb counties. Attorney Moriarty handles will probate, independent administrations, muniment of title filings, family settlement agreements, and final accountings with steady efficiency.
Why South Plains Families Choose Sharma Moriarty
When you seek to hire an estate planning lawyer in Lubbock, the Law Firm of Sharma Moriarty provides a supportive, educational experience from day one. Clients begin by completing a structured questionnaire, followed by a free initial consultation with Attorney Moriarty to design a customized plan. Offering transparent flat-fee pricing and attentive service, the practice ensures that every family leaves with complete peace of mind.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the rapidly expanding, upscale southern area of Lubbock along the major South Quaker Avenue commercial corridor.
Building Location
This is a modern, single-story brick garden office building completed in late 2017. It features professional landscaping and is situated in a high-growth business park near the intersection of Quaker Avenue and 125th Street.
Parking Details
For visitors, there is a large, free on-site surface parking lot located directly in front of and around the building, providing very easy access to the entrance.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Walk through the main entrance of this modern garden office building. The firm's offices are located in Suite B on the ground floor and are accessible directly from the main parking area.