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Shana Siegel

3.8
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 30 years

Guardianship Lawyer at Montclair, NJ
Practice Areas: Guardianship, Elder Law, Probate ... +2 more

28 Valley Rd Ste 1, Montclair, NJ

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 1 year

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2024

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1995

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Norris McLaughlin

28 Valley Rd Ste 1, Montclair, NJ, 07042

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Shana Siegel's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

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Posted by elisabeth | February 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Excellence and Compassion

Shana Seigel was recommended to us by a number of trusted friends for estate planning, including wills, POA, health care directives, health care poa, etc. We are older, in a second marriage, with looming health issues, asymmetrical assets, and adult children -- a couple of whom may need support in pe...rpetuity. Shana sensitively guided us through difficult conversations and provided clear and creative solutions to meet our needs. Every aspect of our interaction went smoothly and efficiently, whether in person or virtual, whether directly provided by Shana or by her office -- from scheduling meetings, responding to emails, following up, and even to signing and notarizing the final documents. Shana’s knowledge of the law coupled with her insight and empathy make her an exceptional provider. We recommend her whole-heartedly.

Posted by Susan Miloscia Halpern | July 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

A True Advocate of the Elderly.

Shana Siegel, does not shy away from“taking on the establishment!” Shana was instrumental in the case against my mother, by the Division of Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services as well as, Medicaid in the State of New Jersey. Both branches, county and state levied an i...nconceivable attempt to reverse the “exempted” Holocaust restitution pension status, and ultimately were trying to retrieve moneys appropriated to Victims of the Nazi persecution, to go to their agencies. A true injustice by a government agency, towards a Holocaust survivor! Shana reached out to local and overseas institutions to produce documentation of proof of my mom’s eligibility status, spoke to numerous persons with first-hand knowledge, filed affidavits and testimonies on my mom’s behalf. Besides being a true advocate of the Elderly, Shana Siegel is knowledgeable, confident, easy to talk too, and was always readily available. I never felt rushed while expressing my thoughts or concerns or needing to talk over different options. Without Shana’s empathy and passion, to fight for the justice my mom so deserved, I truly do not think there would have been such an “amazing” outcome. With the Sincerest Gratitude, Susan

Posted by J.C. Jones | January 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Achieved favorable outcomes through difficult and contentious circumstances

I was referred to Ms. Shana Siegel this past spring/summer 2021 regarding serious elder care matters surrounding my father. The pressing matters had continued over from the 2020 corona virus pandemic year into the current year of 2021. There were several moving parts. My husband and I needed an advoc...ate in the field of elder care to see us through tedious processes that required expertise beyond the scope of what we could do. We enlisted Ms. Siegel and she was able to assist my family in obtaining Medicaid for my father and finding placement for him in a new facility for care immediately from the hospital. This period was quite stressful and contentious for family for a myriad of reasons, but Ms. Siegel saw us through the process. Through unforeseen matters and issues surrounding negligence with other entities at play, I was also advised ahead of time to prepare to obtain guardianship for my elder parent. Ms. Siegel was professional and kind through our legal process and my family was able obtain favorable outcomes in circumstances that are usually difficult to achieve.

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Unprofessional and unprepared

She was consistently unprepared for court. It felt like she didn't know the case at all. I was extremely disappointed and had to fire her mid-trial. Ended up representing myself pro se. Lawyers like her are why people don't trust legal professionals.

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Run do not walk

She assumes things, ignores what you tell her and ask her to do, makes excuses for not returning calls for weeks on end on timely issues. Doesn’t ask the right questions, and now we have to go back and do it all again. Run do not walk

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Shana Siegel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 03

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Sharon Mark

Elder law lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shana Siegel is an excellent elder law attorney and a superb person."

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Carl Archer

Elder law lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shana is whip-smart, insightful, and compassionate. She understands seniors and knows how to soothe their fears while accomplishing their goals."

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Lauren Marinaro

Elder law lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shana Siegel is really terrific. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation

2003

Certified Health Care Compliance Specialist, Health Care Compliance Association

Work Experience

2007 - 2011

Member of the Firm, Wanderpolo & Siegel

2005 - 2007

Principal, Law Offices of Shana Siegel

Associations

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (New Jersey chapter)

Vice President

2012 - Present

Jewish Family Service of North Jersey

Board Member

2005 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

New Jersey State Bar Association

Education

1994

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Barnard College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Estate planning A to Z

Long-Term Care and End of Life Decisions, Estate Planning for Unmarried or Remarried Couples

2012

Willaim Paterson JFS Panel

Planning for Your Future

2012

Outreach Series

Medicare, Medicaid & Medigap

2012

Aging IN Place

Aging

2011

Boomer Bootcamp

Planning for Retirement

2007

Practitioners Guide to Home Ownership

Elder Law Implications

Publications

2012

Treatise on Helath Care Law Minors and Informed Consent

2011

Treatise on HealthCare Law Affordable Care Act

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Senior Citizens Guide Health Care Reform

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Health Care Law Monthly Regular Contributor

N/A

Guardianship practice in NY State Guardianship Proceedings and Advanced Directives

Languages

English

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