Mr. John W. Callinan is a Certified Elder Law Attorney. Of over 79,145 licensed attorneys in the State of New Jersey, fewer than 60 are Certified Elder Law Attorneys.
John is the author of the book New Jersey Elder Law: A Planning and Resource Guide, published by ALM Legal Publications, the publisher of the New Jersey Law Journal.
John has won a Super Law Award in the field of Elder Law in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. In addition, John has won a Top 100 Attorney Award in 2014 and 2015, a feat no other elder law attorney in the state has accomplished.
John is one of the best known elder law attorneys in the State of New Jersey. He has served as lead counsel in numerous federal lawsuits against the State of New Jersey on various issues affecting the Medicaid program. John is the current Chair of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Litigation Committee.
John has offices in Wall Township and Middletown Township, New Jersey.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1993
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2130 Highway 35, Building C Ste 2324B, Sea Girt, NJ, 08750
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Suite 2, 1650 Highway 35, Middletown, NJ, 07748
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Posted by Ann | October 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney
John is an experienced elder care lawyer. He thoroughly explained the steps moving forward concerning Medicaid. Paula is very knowledgeable in this area. She responded immediately to any questions that I had. I could not have completed the process without her.
Posted by Diane | October 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney
John and Paula were exceptional! The service we received was excellent. Paula made herself available to answer questions and help with the entire process. I would highly recommend their services for your families needs.
Posted by Eric | March 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I want to thank John and Paula for helping me with my mothers Medicaid application. John is very knowledgeable as is Paula which makes this process so much more easier. They are very attentive to the process and TRULY want to help. I would recommend Johns office without hesitation. Thank you again P...
Posted by Melissa | October 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Full responsibility of decision making for an elder parent is scary, let alone when that parent has dementia. John’s expertise helped me understand the process of applying for Medicaid and prepared me to avoid potential pitfalls. The application process required extreme attention to detail and Pa...
Posted by Chris | April 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
My Mom needed Medicaid approval. I can't say enough how attentive and on point John and Paula were. Always an instant phonecall, email, or text away, at any time, quickly and efficiently. Anytime I had a question, I can count on them. Their guidance was impeccable. Lifesavers!!!
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Callinan has earned an excellent reputation in Ocean and Monmouth County for his work in Elder Law. I have recomended his services on multiple occasions. His reputation is well deserved."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Elder law lawyer
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Top 100 Attorney, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer Award--Elder Law, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 Attorney, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer Award--Elder Law, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer Award--Elder Law, SuperLawyers
2013
Five Star Wealth Manager Award, Five Star Wealth Manager Award Program
2012
Top Rated Lawyers, Lexis-Nexis Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer Award, Elder Law, SuperLawyers
2011
Distinguished Service Award, New Jersey State Bar Association
2011
Super Lawyer Award, Elder Law, SuperLawyers
2011
Council of Advanced Practitioners, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
2011
Five Star Wealth Manager Award 2011, Five Star Wealth Manager Award Program
2010
Most Outstanding Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (New Jersey Chapter)
2009
Certificate of Appreciaton, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
2009
Re-certification Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation, as Approved by the American Bar Association
2004
Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation, as approved by the American Bar Association
2003
Certificate of Appreciation, Jewish American Verterans of the United States
1993
Juris Doctor--with honors, Rutgers School of Law
2000 - Present
Principal, Law Office of John W. Callinan
1993 - 1994
Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey
2012 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember, litigation sub-committee
2012 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationVice Chair Elder and Disability Law Section
2012 - Present
Council of Advanced Practitioners, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneysmember
2009 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Elder and Disability Law Sectionroundtable coordinator
2000 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2013 - 2014
New Jersey State Bar AssociationChairman, Elder and Disability Law Section
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successful. statewide impact
remand to district court for further proceedings
permanent injunction against New Jersey
preliminary injunction entered against state
federal action permitting to proceed
1993
JD - Juris Doctor with honors
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Medicaid planning techniques
2013
Medicaid Planning Techniques
2012
Medicaid Planning Techniques Update
2011
Medicaid planning
2011
Medicaid planning techniques
2010
Litigating Medicaid Issues in Federal Court
2009
Federal Litigation
2009
Medicaid planning techiques
2009
Medicaid planning techniques
2009
Medicaid planning techniques
2008
Medicaid planning techniques
2008
Planning techniques
2008
Elder Law College
2015
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Top Contributor
John earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Does the adult child (who is POA) have the final decision in deciding care for elderly parent with dementia?
10 Jul 2012
Do you first have to declare an elder parent in a nursing home, incompetent, before being able to invoke the power of attorney
30 Apr 2012
Is there a statute of limitations regarding settling an Estate?
04 Mar 2010
