Legal Guidance You Can Trust – Personalized Elder Law Solutions
Protect Your Future with a Trusted Elder Law Lawyer
Navigating legal matters as you or your loved ones age can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone. A dedicated Elder Law Lawyer ensures that your assets, healthcare decisions, and legacy are fully protected.
Whether you need Medicaid planning, estate planning, or guardianship guidance, Amy Dow Elder Law provides compassionate legal solutions tailored to your needs.
Guiding You Through Every Stage of Elder Law Planning
Planning for the future can be complex, but having an experienced Elder Law Lawyer by your side brings peace of mind. Whether you need help protecting your assets, ensuring Medicaid eligibility, or securing your family’s future, we provide personalized legal solutions to safeguard what matters most.
Comprehensive Legal Solutions for Your Peace of Mind
🛡️ Asset Protection
A well-crafted legal plan ensures that your wealth, home, and savings are safeguarded from unexpected financial burdens, giving you long-term security.
🏡 Medicaid & Long-Term Care Planning
Qualifying for Medicaid while preserving your assets requires strategic planning. Our firm guides you through the process, helping you secure the care you deserve.
📜 Estate Planning & Wills
A properly structured estate plan ensures that your final wishes are honored, your loved ones are protected, and your legacy is preserved for future generations.
Elder Law Lawyer: Protecting What Matters Most
Ensuring Your Future, Security, and Peace of Mind with Expert Legal Guidance
Aging brings unique legal challenges, from securing long-term care to protecting your assets and legacy. An experienced Elder Law Lawyer ensures that your rights, finances, and medical preferences are safeguarded with a comprehensive legal strategy tailored to your needs.
At Amy Dow Elder Law, we take a compassionate, client-first approach, guiding you through complex elder law matters with clarity and confidence. Whether you need assistance with Medicaid planning, Asset protection, or Estate planning, we are here to provide trusted legal guidance every step of the way.
How an Elder Law Lawyer Helps You Plan for the Future
Protecting Your Assets, Healthcare, and Legal Rights
Aging is inevitable, but uncertainty does not have to be. A dedicated Elder Law Lawyer helps you plan ahead, ensuring that your finances, healthcare decisions, and legal rights are protected. From navigating Medicaid eligibility to setting up trusts and powers of attorney, having the right legal guidance allows you to maintain control over your future.
At Amy Dow Elder Law, we create customized legal strategies tailored to your unique circumstances. Whether you are preparing for long-term care, securing your estate, or protecting a loved one with special needs, our firm provides comprehensive solutions that offer peace of mind and security.
Understanding the Legal Tools That Protect Your Future
Preparing your Power of Attorney, Wills, Deeds, and Trusts.
Aging comes with important decisions about how your assets are managed and who will advocate for your best interests when you need it most. A knowledgeable Elder Law Lawyer helps you establish the right legal tools—from wills and trusts to power of attorney and advance directives—ensuring your wishes are honored while avoiding unnecessary complications for your loved ones.
At Amy Dow Elder Law, we take a personalized approach to crafting your estate and elder care plan. Whether you need to protect your home, secure Medicaid eligibility, or appoint a trusted individual to make legal and financial decisions on your behalf, we help you safeguard what matters most.
Meet Amy, Your Trusted Elder Law Lawyer
Attorney & Advocate for Your Future
Amy Dow is the founder and principal attorney at Amy Dow Elder Law, proudly serving the greater Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast in Elder Law and Estate Planning. With more than 25 years of experience, she brings a unique blend of legal expertise, counseling, and community leadership to every client she serves. Originally from New York, Amy now calls South Florida home, dedicating her career to helping seniors and their families navigate complex legal matters with clarity and confidence.
Compassionate Counsel with Legal Expertise
Amy’s background in both law and counseling gives her insight and sensitivity when working with clients and their families. She earned her Law Degree from Boston College Law School and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Studies from Palm Beach Atlantic University. Her Bachelor’s Degree is from SUNY Oneonta. This unique combination allows her to provide legal solutions with care and empathy, ensuring clients feel supported throughout the process.
Committed to the Community & Advocacy
Amy is an active member of the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar, serving on both the Medicaid Committee and the Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee. She also contributes to the Palm Beach County Bar Solo & Small Firm Practitioner Committee and is a member of the Florida Association of Women Lawyers.
As a strong advocate for education, Amy serves on the Advisory Board of Keiser University and has previously held board positions at the Jewish Community Center and the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County.
Navigating Long-Term Care & Medicaid Planning with Confidence
How an Elder Law Lawyer Helps You Secure the Care You Deserve
Long-term care is one of the biggest financial and emotional challenges families face as they age. The cost of nursing homes, assisted living, or in-home care can quickly drain a lifetime of savings. A skilled Elder Law Lawyer helps you navigate Medicaid planning, ensuring you receive the care you need without jeopardizing your financial future.
Many people mistakenly believe that Medicaid is only for those with no assets, but that is not true. With proper legal strategies, you may qualify for benefits while protecting your home, savings, and legacy. At Amy Dow Elder Law, we help families create customized Medicaid plans, guiding them through eligibility, asset protection, and the application process.
Ensuring Protection & Stability for Your Loved Ones
How an Elder Law Lawyer Helps You Navigate Guardianship & Special Needs Trusts
Caring for a loved one who is aging, disabled, or has special needs requires thoughtful legal planning to ensure their well-being and financial security. Whether it is a parent suffering from cognitive decline or a child with disabilities who will need lifelong care, having the right legal protections in place ensures that they are safe, supported, and able to receive the care they need. A dedicated Elder Law Lawyer helps families establish legal guardianship, create special needs trusts, and structure financial plans that protect their loved ones without jeopardizing benefits like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Many families do not realize that failing to plan properly can result in delays, legal complications, or loss of access to critical government benefits. For instance, if an adult with special needs receives an inheritance outright, it could disqualify them from receiving Medicaid or other essential programs. By setting up a Special Needs Trust, families can provide financial support without affecting eligibility for vital assistance. Similarly, legal guardianship is essential when a loved one is unable to make decisions due to cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s, or other medical conditions—allowing a responsible family member to step in and act in their best interest.
At Amy Dow Elder Law, we help families navigate the complex legal landscape of guardianship and special needs planning with compassion and expertise. We ensure that all legal documents are correctly structured, benefits are preserved, and loved ones are protected from financial and legal hardship. Taking these steps now provides peace of mind, knowing that your family’s future is secure.
Simplifying Estate Administration & Probate for Families
How an Elder Law Lawyer Ensures a Smooth Transition for Your Loved Ones
Losing a loved one is already an emotional and overwhelming experience. The last thing any family wants is to face legal confusion, delays, or financial disputes while handling the estate. Probate and estate administration can be complex and time-consuming, but with the guidance of an experienced Elder Law Lawyer, the process can be managed efficiently and with minimal stress for your family.
Many people are unaware that proper estate planning can minimize or even eliminate the need for probate. A well-structured trust or estate plan ensures that assets are distributed quickly and according to your wishes, rather than getting caught in months—or even years—of probate court proceedings. When probate is necessary, an Elder Law Lawyer helps navigate legal requirements, ensuring that all assets are handled accurately and fairly while avoiding unnecessary expenses.
At Amy Dow Elder Law, we assist families with probate filings, estate administration, and trust settlement to ensure that everything is legally sound and properly executed. Whether you are planning ahead or handling a loved one’s estate, we provide clear legal guidance every step of the way. Let us take the legal burden off your shoulders so you can focus on what truly matters—honoring your loved one’s legacy.
Take the Next Step Toward Peace of Mind
Schedule Your Free Consultation with an Elder Law Lawyer Today
Your future—and the well-being of your loved ones—deserves careful legal planning. Whether you need to protect your assets, secure Medicaid benefits, establish guardianship, or navigate estate administration, taking action now ensures that your rights and wishes are upheld. Working with an experienced Elder Law Lawyer gives you confidence that every legal detail is handled with precision and care.
At Amy Dow Elder Law, we are committed to helping individuals and families plan ahead and protect what matters most. Do not leave important decisions to chance—get the personalized legal guidance you need from a trusted professional. Schedule your free consultation today and take the first step toward securing your future.
Get to Know Amy Dow, Your Elder Law Lawyer
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Get Expert Guidance from Amy Dow, Co-Author of the Florida Bar Elder Law Booklet
Learn How to Legally Protect Your Assets While Applying for Medicaid
Navigating Medicaid and long-term care planning can be overwhelming, but having the right legal knowledge empowers you to make informed decisions. As a trusted Elder Law Lawyer, Amy Dow co-authored the Florida Bar Elder Law Booklet to help individuals and families understand how to protect their assets legally while securing essential benefits. This free resource is designed to provide clear, practical insights on Medicaid eligibility, asset protection strategies, and long-term care planning—straight from an experienced attorney.
