Elder Law

Plan ahead. Safeguard dignity. Preserve your legacy.

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Plan Ahead With Confidence: Why Elder Law Matters

As you age, legal, financial, and health complications can become more challenging to navigate. Without proactive planning, you or your loved ones may face costly court proceedings, diminished control over your care, or unexpected tax burdens. At Wade Law Offices, we help clients in California and Washington craft personalized elder law strategies that protect your autonomy and security throughout life’s later stages.


With the right plan, you can:

  • Avoid court‑appointed conservatorships and guardianships
  • Safeguard your home, retirement, and assets from long‑term care costs
  • Select trusted decision‑makers via powers of attorney and advance directives
  • Coordinate benefits like Medi‑Cal / Medicaid, VA benefits, and long‑term care coverage
  • Minimize estate tax exposure and help preserve wealth for your heirs

How We Can Help

Our elder law services are tailored to meet your evolving needs with precision and compassion.

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Long‑Term Care Planning & Benefits

We help you strategize for assisted living, nursing care, and Medicaid eligibility while preserving your assets where possible.

Advance Health Care Directives & Powers of Attorney

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We ensure critical decisions—medical, financial, personal—are entrusted to the right person under clearly defined terms.

Guardianship & Conservatorship Alternatives

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When possible, we structure plans that avoid court intervention while still ensuring legal protections for incapacity.

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Asset Protection & Estate Preservation

We help implement legal tools (trusts, life care agreements, gifting) to protect against high care costs and preserve your legacy.

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Elder Care & Family Dispute Resolution

We guide families through sensitive transitions, disputes, and decision making, using mediation and strategic legal counsel.

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VA, Medicaid & Public Benefits Coordination

We design plans that harmonize your assets and benefits—so you don’t lose eligibility due to poor planning.

Why Clients Choose Wade Law Offices

Experienced. Empathetic. Forward‑Thinking.


  • Deep understanding of California & Washington elder law, Medicaid, and care systems


  • Integrated approach with estate, tax, and business planning — no silos


  • Personalized service: every plan reflects personal values and family dynamics



  • A steady hand during life’s most difficult transitions

It’s never too early (or too late) to protect your future.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a conservatorship or guardianship?

    A court‑supervised arrangement where someone else is appointed to make decisions for you. Elder law planning helps avoid or limit these.

  • Will long‑term care drain my estate?

    It can—but with proper planning (Medicaid trusts, asset protection, gifting strategies), you may shield much of your wealth.

  • Can my advance directives or POA be contested?

    Yes, if ambiguous or poorly drafted. We help ensure documents are clear, legally enforceable, and defensible.

  • Does Medi‑Cal or Medicaid cover nursing care?

    Yes—but eligibility rules are complex. We help build strategies to qualify while protecting your assets.

  • When should I update my elder law plan?

    After major life events (e.g. diagnosis, marriage, move, asset change) or periodically every few years, especially when laws change.

We’re Ready to Help

Protect your autonomy. Manage your care. Preserve your legacy.