John William Callinan

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John William Callinan

5.0
43 reviews
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Licensed for 32 years

Elder law Lawyer at Sea Girt, NJ
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills ... +5 more

2130 Highway 35, Building C Ste 2324B, Sea Girt, NJ

About John

Biography

My practice is dedicated to the field of elder law--Medicaid planning, estate planning, guardianship

Of the over 85,650 licensed attorneys in NJ, fewer than 75 are Certified Elder Law Attorneys.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Elder Law 30%

30%
Estate Planning 10%

10%
Guardianship 10%

10%
Medicaid and Medicare 10%

10%
Power of Attorney 10%

10%
Probate 10%

10%
Trusts 10%

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2016 2012
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1993

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John W. Callinan

2130 Highway 35, Building C Ste 2324B, Sea Girt, NJ, 08750

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Law Offices of John W. Callinan

Suite 2, 1650 Highway 35, Middletown, NJ, 07748

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John William Callinan's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Estate Planning

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Outstanding Lawyer & Terrific Staff!

John and his colleague Paula Fama were invaluable me as I navigated the issues and challenges associated with managing the financial, estate planning and long term care needs for my mom. My interactions with John and Paula extended over several years and, as you can imagine, during that time, many q...uestions arose as circumstances evolved and changed. That said, neither ever hesitated to make themselves available for questions and consultation, as needed. Moreover, their responses were prompt, exceptionally well informed and thorough. Looking back, I can’t imagine successfully managing through this process without their insights and expertise. I would highly recommend them to anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances.

Posted by Francesco | October 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Great Lawyer & Staff

My family was in a unique situation where one spouse needed home care services while the other needed to continue to work, while protecting assets. John laid out the plan within minutes, and his staff ensured that the plan was implemented. We could not have been happier with the final result and th...e professionalism of John and his staff. I highly recommend John to friends and family in need of eldercare services.

Posted by Joy Irven | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Professional, knowledgeable, courteous, dedicated Elder Law Attorney AND staff.

Our matter was one of Estate planing and Medicaid preparation/application for our Mother. This had us interacting with Mr. Callinan and his Legal Assistant for over 2 1/2 years, with a good amount of frequency. Honestly, there was never a time that a call or e-mail or concern was ignored or minimiz...ed. When you are dealing with a senior loved one's care & health & finances, etc......the last thing you need is to feel put off or out of the loop or spend countless hours trying to get answers. Never ever did we feel any of this. Both he and his Legal Assistant and staff were just wonderful and down-to-earth people who did a phenomenal job in taking us through this very daunting process. This is written with much appreciation and respect.

Posted by Veronica | December 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

John Callinan

Me. Callinan handled both my father and mother's estate planning. He was extremely thorough in detailing how extensive the 5 year look back could become. He followed up and reviewed all documents, making sure nothing was missed. I did not know as a disabled adult , my parents were able to gift mon...ey to me without consequence. This saved a considerable amount of money for them. I used that money for their care. Mr. Callinan also completed the health directives , Will and Durable Power of attorney . The office staff was extremely helpful in the process, managing all the massive amount of paper work. I am most grateful for their help.

Posted by Frank | January 27, 2015 | Estate Planning

Trusted lawyer and elder advocate

I was at a loss when faced with mounting medical bills and home care expenses for my elderly parents. John Callinan sorted out my financial situation, put my dilemma into perspective and organized both a care plan and financial plan that allowed my folks to live out their years in a dignified settin...g without sacrificing their entire nest egg. John's sympathy for the aging population stems from his strong familial ties with his aging parents. He himself is a primary caretaker. Tall, handsome with a firm handshake of confidence, I was reassured that every decision was the right one. His fees were reasonable and I always received a return call and more importantly didn' feel I was on the clock like other attorneys. My parents were comfortable and John visited them in the home care setting more than once. John is up to date on all Medicare decisions and well versed in Family Trusts. His legal advice is based on your needs and interests and not aimed at generating legal fees.

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John William Callinan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vincent DeLuca

Elder law lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Principal, Law Office of John W. Callinan

1993 - 1994

Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey

Associations

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member, litigation sub-committee

2012 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Vice Chair Elder and Disability Law Section

2012 - Present

Council of Advanced Practitioners, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

member

2009 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Elder and Disability Law Section

roundtable coordinator

2000 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2013 - 2014

New Jersey State Bar Association

Chairman, Elder and Disability Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Saccone v. Board of Trustee Police and Firemen Retirement System

pending

LeFevere v. Velez

successful. statewide impact

Sable v. Velez

remand to district court for further proceedings

Frugard v. Velez

permanent injunction against New Jersey

Sorber v. Velez

preliminary injunction entered against state

Dultz v. Velez

federal action permitting to proceed

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Education

1993

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor with honors

1990

Rutgers University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Sophisticated Elder Law 2013

Medicaid planning techniques

2013

2013 Elder Law College

Medicaid Planning Techniques

2012

Elder Law Retreat 2012

Medicaid Planning Techniques Update

2011

Sophisticated Elder Law Concepts

Medicaid planning

2011

Elder Law College

Medicaid planning techniques

2010

Elder Law Retreat 2010

Litigating Medicaid Issues in Federal Court

2009

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Federal Litigation

2009

Elder Law Symposium

Medicaid planning techiques

2009

Elder Law Retreat

Medicaid planning techniques

2009

Elder Law College

Medicaid planning techniques

2008

Elder Law Symposium

Medicaid planning techniques

2008

Elder Law Retreat

Planning techniques

2008

Elder Law College

Elder Law College

Publications

2009

The Monitor Newspaper successor to Courier Newspaper 2009 through present

2007

New Jersey Lawyer Planning with Promissory Notes

2004

Encyclopedia of Retirement and Finances Special Needs Trust

2002

New Jersey Funeral Directors' Magazine Prepaid Funerals

2001

Courier Newspaper weekly columnist from 2001 until 2009

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

John earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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