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Ian Steven Oppenheim
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OUR FIRM SPECIALIZES IN ELDER AND SPECIAL NEEDS LAW
We help you navigate and understand the many laws and regulations affecting seniors and the special needs client in areas such as Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, Veterans Benefits, Real Estate, Nursing Homes, Long Term Care Insurance, Reverse Mortgages, Trusts, Pensions, Asset Preservation Transfers, Taxes, Health Care, Housing, Physical and Financial Abuse, and Probate.
However, our representation of the elderly and special needs client means more than an expertise in the law. We recognize and empathize with the physical, mental and emotional difficulties that often accompany aging and special needs disability.
We are aware of the real life problems that face our clients and their families.
We provide coordination of services with a comprehensive network of social workers, financial, medical, health care, and other professionals who can be of assistance to our clients.
We help you achieve independence, dignity, and peace of mind.
We provide expert legal solutions in a caring and supportive environment.
We offer direction to a choice of comprehensive services to help you prepare for life’s transitions.
Let us help put all the pieces of elder and special needs planning together for you and your loved ones.
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 53 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1972
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Oppenheim & Cole, LLC
313 Plymouth Street, Halifax, MA, 02338
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Posted by Joseph | May 07, 2014
Superb, complete and wise
I was superbly impressed by the thoroughness, completeness and detail in the documents created. Specific or quirky issues were handled completely and in a timely manner. Compared to prior legal documentation Ian's work for me was far superior. Years of experience showed forth in the whole process. ...
Posted by Jesse rezendes | April 07, 2014 | Medicaid & Medicare
Best lawyer in the state
Mr.oppenheim and his office helped me beyound words can describe.he was able to help my father get on Medicaid and helped our family with this process.his para legal Beth Ellis was be yound outstanding.Ian was able to save my fathers assets which in turn provided for my disabled sister..sometimes whe...
Ian Steven Oppenheim's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ian Oppenheim is one of the preeminent Elder Law attorneys in the United States. He has helped thousands of individuals and many hundreds of elder law attorneys. He is the only elder law attorney to ever have a recurring annual program named after him due to his enormous contributions to the field of elder law. That program, produced by the prestigious Board Certifying Authority in Elder Law, The National Elder Law Foundation, is the Ian Oppenheim WOW program."
"Ian is a true leader in this field, both nationally and in his local community. I have relied on his counsel in various matters over the years and it has always proved to be accurate and insightful. I endorse him without reservation."
"Ian is a lawyer's lawyer. His reasoning is impecable. He is able to hold the details together and develop creative, solid solutions."
Francine Dawicki
Elder law lawyer
Stephen Spano
Elder law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2013
Recognition, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2013
Annual "Ian S. Oppenheim WOW" Program since 2011, National Elder Law Foundation
2013
Certified Elder Law Attorney since 1998, National Elder Law Foundation, a private org. whose standards for certification are not regulated by the Comm. of Mass.
2011
Recognition, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2010
Recognition, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2009
Recognition, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2007
Outstanding Chapter Member, Massachusetts, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
2006
Member of the Year, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Massachusetts chapter
2005
Fellow, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
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AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Principal, Oppenheim & Cole, LLC
2009 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Western New England College School Of Law
2005 - 2010
Managing Partner, Oppenheim & Cole, LLP
1997 - 2005
Managing Partner, Oppenheim & Maire, LLP
1993 - 1997
Managing Partner, Oppenheim & Maire, PC
1973 - 1993
Principal, Law Offices of Ian S. Oppenheim
Associations
2010 - Present
National Elder Law FoundationChair, Standards Committee
1994 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts chapter)Member
1974 - Present
Plymouth County Bar AssociationMember
1974 - Present
Plymouth District Bar AssociationMember
1973 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2011
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysChair, Fellows Nomination Committee
2010 - 2012
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysCo-Chair, Advanced Elder Law Review Course
2008 - 2010
National Elder Law FoundationChair, Certification Examination Appeals Committee
2006 - 2006
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts chapter)President
2000 - 2010
National Elder Law FoundationBoard of Directors
2000 - 2000
Plymouth County Bar AssociationPresident
1998 - 2007
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts chapter)Board of Directors
1993 - 2001
Plymouth County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Education
1972
Northeastern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
Marietta College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
2013 Law Day presentation at Pembroke, MA Council of Aging
Estate Planning Issues
2013
2013 Law Day presentation at Hanson, MA Council of Aging
Long Term Care Asset Protection
2009
Veterans' Benefits 101
Veterans' Benefits (Moderator)
2009
Monthly meeting of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Massachusetts chapter)
What the Doherty case (Muriel Doherty v. Director of the Office of Medicaid) means to elder law attorneys
2007
Fundamentals of Elder Law
Medicaid & Long Term Care after the 2005 Deficit Reduction Act (with Marta Williger, CELA)
2005
Medicaid & Real Estate Preservation Strategies
"Where to Put the House" (with Karen B. Johnson, CELA)
2004
Reaching New Heights in Law & Aging Partnerships
Expanded Estate Recovery: Emerging Trends
Publications
2005
National Academy Elder Law Association Journal
A National Perspective on Expanded Estate Recovery: Case Law Analysis, Emerging Legislative Trends and Responsive Strategies for the Elder Law Attorney (with Alex L. Moschella, CELA)
Languages
English