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Ellen A. Victor
About Ellen
Biography
Ellen Victor concentrates her practice in all aspects of elder law, small business and estate planning. She is qualified to serve as attorney to incapacitated persons in a guardianship proceeding.
While Ellen provides estate planning and elder law to a wide variety of clients, as the parent of an adult special needs child, her passion is serving the legal needs of families with disabled children. Ellen's Mom is currently in a nursing home, and Ellen finds working with families in this difficult situation very rewarding.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Elder Law
40%
20 years | 3,200 cases
Estate Planning
25%
20 years | 2,000 cases
Medicaid and Medicare
15%
20 years | 500 cases
Business
10%
20 years | 210 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2007
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Location
Victor Law Firm, P.C.
666 Old Country Road, Suite 810, Garden City, NY, 11530
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Ellen A. Victor's Reviews
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Posted by VL | December 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very helpful and detailed
Ellen assisted my mother and I with estate planning, probate and 2 real estate deals. She helped clean up what another attorney left hanging so to speak, with a probate issue that involved a property and was able to handle everything as well as advise us on best practices given our situation, she was...
Posted by Carol | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Eldercare, Trust Attorney
Love her...our family has used Ellen for 7-8 years to handle Trust & Elder Care issues for both parents and siblings. Ellen works dilligently, thoughtfully and with great patience. Ellen has spent countless hours with family meetings accomodating multiple time zones, always responding to our questi...
Posted by Stuart | December 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Experience
Five years ago my wife was diagnosed with early onset dimentia. I knew it was time to get my financials in order. A good friend recommended me to Ellen Victor. She was caring, knowledgeable and very reasonable. She advised me to set up a trust to protect our assets. Since then I have recommended her ...
Ellen A. Victor's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ellen is very knowledgeable in this area. I have referred clients to her and am always confident they will be well taken care of."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is the epitome of professionalism and treats every client with the utmost respect and care in handling their legal matters."
"I know Ellen from years of attending the same elder law and estate planning conferences. I referred my clients to her for assistance with their aging parent, and they were over the moon about her services. I recommend her highly."
"In addition to being an excellent estate planning, elder law and special needs planning attorney, Ellen is just a wonderful person. She comes with my highest recommendation."
"I've come to know Ellen quite well through online communities and a national attorney listserv. She knows her practice areas well, and she is clearly devoted to her clients. I wouldn't hesitate to refer a client to Ellen."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ellen is a knowledgeable, articulate & logical attorney with a fantastic work ethic and deep sense of loyalty to her clients and peers."
"Very knowledgeable lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ellen is an accomplished attorney with a level of professionalism, responsiveness and balanced approach to the practice of law that clients deserve."
"I have known Ellen Victor through an organization to which we both belong. I believe that she is truly dedicated to providing excellent service to her clients. She offers a lot of knowledge and experience to her clients as well as to other professionals. She is smart, thoughtful and kind. I would not hesitate to recommend her to clients in her geographical area."
"I'm blessed to know Ellen Victor. she is smart, experienced, straight-forward, yet compassionate and caring. She is extremely efficient and very perceptive about clients' unique needs. I have no reservation whatsoever in recommending her."
"I have had the pleasure to interact with Ellen on numerous occasions and I am impressed with her compassion and professionalism with her clients."
"I know Ellen through her bar association work as well as working with her on a project to better educate citizens about the work of lawyers on Long Island. Ellen epitomizes the kind of attitude and drive one looks for in a lawyer. She is compassionate and caring about her clients. Her Client-centric practice makes her a highly effective lawyer on behalf of the elderly or others seeking to put their affairs in order. In all, it is a understatement to say I highly endorse the work of this marvelous lawyer."
"I know Ellen from a national group of lawyers committed to providing the highest possible level of client service. Ellen is an active member of this group and based on her contributions and experience, I recommend her to any clients looking for a competent and caring estate planning attorney on Long Island."
"I know Ellen Victor through several online communities. Ellen's posts on the list, her advice to other colleagues and her excellent blog all show her familiarity with education law and estate planning and she has helped many other attorneys on the list with her advice. Ellen is extremely conscientious and a consummate professional, and as a lawyer, I would readily refer business to her firm."
"Ellen always finds time to help others and has a tremendous amount of energy. I would feel very comfortable and reassured referring a client to her."
"I know Ellen from several listservs we are on together and through her writing on her blog. She is a well respected attorney in the field of special needs and estate planning, and her passion for assisting families is clear."
"Ellen is a very knowledgeable and skilled lawyer who is thorough and conscientous about making sure her clients' needs are met. Her experience, skills and concern for her clients make her an attorney who anyone should be confident having on her side."
"Ellen is a conscientious and competent estate planning attorney. I participate in a national attorney group with Ellen and am continually impressed with the ethics, knowledge and compassion she demonstrates. She even has an excellent sense of humor. I would not hesitate to send a trusted referral her way on Long Island."
"I have found that Ellen is an extremely knowledgeable attorney in the area of small business law. I have met Ellen in person and she has a dynamic personality. She really cares about her clients in long islands. I recommend subscribing to both of her blogs as she has a wealth of information."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Certificate of Appreciation, NAMI Queens/Nassau
2016
Member, New York State Bar Association
2016
Walk Sponsor, NAMI Queens/Nassau
2016
Walk Sponsor, NAMI Queens/Nassau
2015
Certificate of Appreciation, NAMI
2013
New York State Bar Association, New York State Bar Association
2012
Veteran's Accreditation, Veteran's Administration
2011
New York State Bar Association, New York State Bar Association
2010
member, New York City Bar Association
2010
member, American Bar Association
2010
Certificate of Appreciation, Merrick Lions Club Foundation, Inc.
2006
Dean's List, 2003-2006, Hofstra University School of Law
2006
Certificate for Mediation Skills, Hofstra University School of Law
1973
Regent's Scholarship, New York State
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Owner, Victor Law Firm, P.C.
2009 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Ellen A. Victor
2007 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Boutique Law Office
2006 - 2007
, Community Legal Assistance Clinic
1985 - 1988
Assistant Vice President, Shearson Lehman Hutton
1983 - 1985
Assistant Vice President, Donaldson Lufkin Jenrette
Associations
2013 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2012 - Present
National Alliance on Mental IllnessDirector
2012 - Present
National Association of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2011 - Present
National Association of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2011 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2008 - Present
Elderlaw Section NYS Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Trusts and Estates Section--NYSBAMember
2006 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Medicaid Planning
Successful
Medicaid Planning
Successful
Special Needs Planning
Provided for future of adult disabled child
Medicaid and Special Needs Planning
Saved gov't benefits for Medicaid client
Formation of Corporation
Successfully inc. protecting personal assets
Business Succession Planning
Client businesses protected from liability
Education
2006
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
State University of New York, Stony Brook
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Special Needs Long Island Radio Show
Special Needs Long Island
2016
Seminar
Elder Law
2015
Special Needs Long Island
Special Needs Long Island
2014
NBI Seminar
Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Medicaid
2013
Obtaining Veteran's Benefits and Funding Long Term Care
Obtaining Veteran's Benefits and Funding Long Term Care
2013
New York City Bar Association, CLE Committee
Estate Planning Basics
2012
Met Life Training Program
Elder Law Planning
2012
Family to Family
Special Needs Trusts
2012
Elder Law Seminar
How to Pay for Long Term Care
2011
Radio WGBB 1240AM
Long Island Special Needs
2011
Met Life Training
Estate Planning for Life Insurance Agents
2011
Legal Issue Planning for Mental Health Consumers and their Familie
Special Needs Trusts
2010
Seminar
Revocable Living Trust
2010
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)
Special Needs Trusts for Mentally Disabled Relatives
2009
How to Start Up and Operate a Small Business
How to Start Up and Operate a Small Business
2009
Helping Your Business Thrive Expo
Small Business
2009
Estate Planning for Life's Transitions
Wills, Trusts, Advanced Directives
2009
Alzheimers Support Group
New York States' New Power of Attorney
Publications
2016
New York State Bar Association Journal
Ten Great Reasons to Become an Elder Law Attorney
2014
Special Needs Blog
There is a Special Place in Hell
2011
Long Island Business News
Keeping it in the Family
2011
Long Island Elder Law
A Physician's Guide to End of Life Decisions
2010
Long Island Small Business Law
Free Tax Calendar for Small Businesses
2010
Long Island Special Needs Lawyer
Special Needs Trusts and Personal Injury Settlements
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Choosing a Trustee for Your Special Needs Trust
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
Obama Calls Small Business The Little Engine That Could
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
New York State's New Power of Attorney
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Action Plan--8 Weeks to a Letter of Intent
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
Long Island Small Business Development Centers
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
Small Businesses and Federal Tax Help
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
NY LLC Publication Requirements are a Burden for Small Businesses
2009
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
More Twitter Tips for Small Business Owners
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Disabled Students Paddled More Often in School
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
How to Incorporate Your Sole Propretorship
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Is Funding A Special Needs Trust a Guessing Game?
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
When Family Wants to Help Your Special Needs Child
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
7 Things Your Small Business Lawyer Can Do For You
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Providing for the Future of Your Special Needs Child
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
Your Federal Tax Dollars at Work--A Small Business Online Community
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Types of Special/Supplemental Needs Trusts
2009
Long Island Special Needs Law Blog
Planning for the Future of Your Special Needs Child
2009
Long Island Small Business Law Blog
Why Small Business Owners Need to Consider Twitter as a Marketing Tool
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I put a home into a special needs trust?
08 Oct 2010
Q&A
I am on SSD SSI Section 8 and I want to know if a special needs trust will effect these and how, and what I can do about it
05 Oct 2010
Q&A
If my stepfather goes into a nursing home is my mother responsible for his medical costs.
29 Jun 2010