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    Elder Law Practice

    Technology for Elder Law Practices

    Streamline Medicaid planning, manage complex family dynamics, and protect your clients with specialized elder law technology solutions.

    Elder Law Challenges

    Elder law practices face unique technology needs for Medicaid planning and family coordination.

    Medicaid Planning Complexity

    Medicaid eligibility rules vary by state and require careful asset and income analysis with look-back periods.

    5 years

    look-back period for Medicaid asset transfers

    Medicaid.gov

    Family Dynamics

    Elder law often involves multiple family members with different interests and communication needs.

    70%

    of Americans will need long-term care

    Administration for Community Living

    Long-Term Care Planning

    Coordinating care options, benefits, and legal protections requires comprehensive planning tools.

    $108,405

    average annual cost of nursing home care

    Genworth Cost of Care

    Guardianship & Capacity

    Guardianship proceedings and capacity assessments require careful documentation and court interaction.

    1.5M

    adults under guardianship in the US

    National Council on Disability

    Elder Law Software Solutions

    Specialized tools designed for Medicaid planning and elder law practices.

    WealthCounsel / ElderCounsel

    $200-350/mo

    Document Drafting

    Comprehensive elder law drafting platform with Medicaid planning tools and asset protection documents.

    Best For: Full-service elder law practices

    Key Features

    • Medicaid-specific documents
    • Special needs trust drafting
    • Asset protection planning
    • Elder law community and training
    • State-specific compliance

    Integrations

    CRMsPractice management systemsEstate planning tools
    ElderCounsel

    ElderDocx

    $100-200/mo

    Medicaid Planning

    Specialized Medicaid planning software with eligibility analysis and planning scenarios.

    Best For: Medicaid-focused practices

    Key Features

    • Medicaid eligibility calculator
    • Asset protection strategies
    • Spend-down planning tools
    • State-specific rules
    • Client reporting

    Integrations

    Document managementCRM systems
    ElderDocx

    Clio + WealthCounsel

    $49-149 + drafting subscription

    Integrated Solution

    Combine general practice management with specialized elder law document drafting.

    Best For: Practices needing full case management

    Key Features

    • Matter management
    • Client portal for families
    • Document storage
    • Calendar and deadline tracking
    • Trust accounting

    Integrations

    Microsoft 365Google WorkspaceLawPay250+ apps
    Clio

    Lawcus

    $49-79/user/mo

    Practice Management

    Modern practice management with strong workflow automation for elder law processes.

    Best For: Elder law practices wanting automation

    Key Features

    • Custom intake workflows
    • Client collaboration portal
    • Task automation
    • Document management
    • Kanban-style matter boards

    Integrations

    LawPayQuickBooksZapierMicrosoft 365
    Lawcus

    How We Help

    Elder Law Software Setup

    Implement WealthCounsel, ElderDocx, or other specialized platforms for your practice.

    Document Template Development

    Create custom templates for Medicaid applications, care agreements, and family communications.

    Family Portal Configuration

    Set up secure client portals that accommodate multiple family member access with appropriate permissions.

    Deadline & Review Systems

    Implement tracking for Medicaid redeterminations, trust reviews, and care plan updates.

    Workflow Automation

    Automate intake, document collection, and follow-up processes for efficiency.

    HIPAA Compliance

    Ensure your systems meet healthcare privacy requirements for medical information handling.

    Compassionate Technology for Elder Law

    Let us help you implement the right technology to serve your elder law clients and their families.