Jerold E Rothkoff

Approximately a year ago, I experienced what was definitely the most difficult time of my life and marriage. My husband of thirty-six years developed what I will describe as early stage dementia. I was emotionally devastated, and confused and frightened by the medical, financial, and legal decisions... I was being asked to make. After consultation with three other lawyers who clearly did not have expertise in the area of Eldercare law, a friend recommended that I contact Jerry's firm. It was a decision I will never regret. Jerry and his staff are competent, compassionate, and professional. Whenever I had a question or concern, my calls were returned promptly, sometimes within the hour! The care consultant who helped me to find placement for my husband spoke to me every day for months! Jerry and his staff helped me to obtain guardianship for my husband, assisted me with finding placement with which my husband was safe and comfortable, and helped me to obtain social security disability benefits, and medicaid benefits. They also helped me to understand how to handle my financial issues , and helped me to feel safe and secure for a future that was a drastic change from my past . Jerry and his staff made a very difficult time in my life easier for me to handle. I can't imagine how I would have gotten through this period of my life without them. I would recommend Jerry and Rothkoff Law Group to anyone who needs assistance with Eldercare law issues without hesitation.

My family hired the Rothkoff group in November of 2012 on the recommendation of my father's care facility. Our father's Medicaid application was a year old at that time and was rejected by a supervisor for being "too old to approve" even though we had complied to their every request. My father's vali...d claim needed to be appealed when we went to Rothkoff. The claim had been opened in November of 2011 and was not approved until July of 2013. At Rothkoff, we were treated well as Mr. Rothkoff explained our legal rights. Another expert in his firm, Jane Ferne-Zimmer took the case which required many months of work to satisfy the ever-changing needs of the Camden County Medicaid office. After several court appearances, many months of furnishing documents to the County that were in their original request, and many hours of work by the Rothkoff group on our behalf, our father's claim was approved. Six months after his death! Families go through so much stress in caring for an elder parent. We made daily trips to Daddy's facility to spend as much time as possible with him while handling all the details of his Medicare case. It was a nightmare. Without Rothkoff's help, the stress would have been unbearable. People in this situation really need a good advocate. Estate planning prior to our parents' illness allowed us to keep our home . Rothkoff and his associates provided excellent service to us during an extremely challenging time. My family can recommend them without hesitation. Their expertise was invaluable as we struggled to care for our Dad while answering requests and redundant requests from Camden County. The Rothkoff firm acted professionally at every step. Attentive to details as well as the needs of the family, they took care of everything. It is essential to work with someone with this much knowledge in these situations.

Jerold Rothkoff and everyone who is at his office is professional, responsive and very kind - caring for the needs of the individual. Everything that was needed to be done (in a personally difficult situation concerning my father) was done promptly, accurately and with the kind of care that is uncom...mon. My questions and concerns were answered within a day at most (usually within a few hours) and anything that I needed help with received an explanation and resolution. Jerold's knowledge of the rules and laws concerning the elderly is astounding. I learned so much from him and his associates that I feel he could help many, many people.

We have been a client for 3 yrs and from our first meeting to discuss my mothers Life Care Plan, I have had complete confidence in Jerold and the staff at Rothkoff Law Group. Initially we faced the challenge of updating her legal and financial plans, Jerold and team quickly developed the plan and pu...t it in action. We then had a complete review of her insurance policies and public programs for her medical care. As my mothers condition progressed, they were there each step of the way. Finding the right care facility was a frightening task but with their specialists, we had their expertise on our side. I have found them to be compassionate and professional at all times. Although our roles as children of aging parents is not easy, Jerold has provided me with the peace of mind that i am making the best choices for my mom. I have, and will continue to recommend Rothkoff Law Group to family and friends.