We Plan Today For Your Tomorrow

Markell Estate Planning And Elder Law

With us on your side, you can trust that you are in the hands of caring and experienced representation.

Estate Planning

Your legacy is important. Legal jargon can be intimidating. We’ll use terms you will understand so you won’t be left in the dark.

Probate

If your loved one didn’t create an estate plan before they passed, we will help you through the probate process.

Elder Law

Seniors face their own unique set of legal issues. It’s important to work a firm experienced in representing clients in later life.

Guardianships

Sometimes a loved one needs more protection than you have the authority to provide. Our firm will help you obtain the necessary court orders to protect their interest in all situations.

Wealth Management

We ensure that everything you have worked to build over your lifetime is preserved.

Business Succession

We can help you find the right people to take over your business, and protect it’s interests.

Special Needs Planning

We can help you ensure your loved one always has the care they need.

Medicaid Planning

We can help minimize the impact caring for elderly relatives have on your family’s finances by helping your loved one qualify for Medicaid

We Prioritize Giving Our Clients The Attention They Deserve

FOCUS

We are NOT a full-service law firm!

We only do estate planning, elder law, and probate. These areas of the law are distinct from each other but closely related and somewhat interdependent. Simply put, this is what we do all day, every day. Because of this focus, we bring an extremely high level of knowledge and focus to the table and provide our clients with exceptional value.

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VALUE

Speaking of value…

Our firm is unique because we don't charge by the hour! We quote fixed fees based on the amount of work that needs to be done. No surprises, no hidden fees, no-nonsense. Nobody wants to call their law firm and wonder how much it will cost them. With our firm, you never will. We always see projects through to the end, even if it means extra time with a client that we can't bill.

Estate Plans That Work

Did you know that most estate plans just don’t work?

Estate planning is more than just an assortment of documents - it's a complex puzzle that should be carefully put together by an experienced law firm. If your estate plan doesn't do everything you want it to, it may not be effective. Beware of firms that focus on selling you documents and not a comprehensive plan; there is no magic book and those “plans” usually fail to achieve a client’s goals.

What Our Clients Say About Us

Donna Vallat

Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law have been been very helpful in writing a trust for for my parents and my father-n-law. They really look out for their clients. The recent meeting we attended that gave us trust updates due to current laws was very informative and helpful.

Richard Vallat

Joseph Markell worked really hard with us in establishing our trust. Very professional. Definitely recommend Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law.

Gary Mesler

When my sister passed away suddenly earlier this year, my family was devastated. She had been working with Markell Estate Planning for some time, and had most of her plans completed with them. Working with this organization made a very tough time a lot easier. It didn't matter if it was contacting other parties, helping me fill out documents or navigating the probate process, what a blessing it was for my family to have Markell on our side!!! THESE GUYS ARE GOOD!!!!

Sharon Biermann

They are a great group! Very professional and get things taken care of quickly. I highly recommend Markell for all estate needs.

Jordan Duecker

My experience with Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law was fantastic! Phil Christofanelli is an exceptional lawyer/legal advocate. I highly recommend him. My estate documents were created in a professional and expedient manner. Phil listened to my concerns, and answered all of my questions. I am very happy with their thoughtful planning and can rest assured that my surviving loved ones will not have any issues. If you have a need for estate planning and/or elder law, call Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law! You'll be glad you did!

We Plan Today For Your Tomorrow

Markell Estate Planning And Elder Law

FOCUS

We are NOT a full-service law firm!

VALUE

Speaking of value…

Estate Plans That Work

Did you know that most estate plans just don’t work?

We Plan Today For Your Tomorrow

Markell Estate Planning And Elder Law

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