Is it necessary to have an elder law attorney for Medicaid planning?
It is not necessary to have an elder law attorney do your Medicaid planning. You do need a person who knows Medicaid policy and understands the Medicaid application process. The Medicaid Coordinator at Platinum Financial Planning, Inc. is Melissa Hobkirk, who has 18 years experience working in Medicaid for DCF and 6 years working with Certified Financial Planner Antony L. Turbeville of Platinum Financial Planning. A competent attorney is available to assist with any legal paperwork that also needs to be done.