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I’m Lori R. Somekh, Esq., an elder law attorney with over 25 years of experience helping seniors and their families navigate Medicaid, guardianship, and asset protection with clarity and care. I’ve served in key roles such as court-appointed counsel and Judicial Hearing Officer, and I’m an active member of several bar associations, including the NYS Bar Elder Law Section Executive Committee. I'm also conversant in Spanish and committed to making elder law accessible and empowering for every client.
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Chat withState: New York
Acquired: 1995
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401 Franklin Ave., Ste. 312, Garden City, NY, 11530
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Posted by Brooke | November 26, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
I had a question about how my inheritance would be effected by medicaid's look back program since I'm disabled. She assured me it would not be touched and, in fact, would be beneficial to myself and my brothers. Since the poa is not sure what to do, I would retain her in the event he takes advantage ...
Posted by Melissa | August 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Lori Somekh was very easy to talk with and explain our case that there was no question when we left her office about hiring her. Over the past few months, whenever I had a question or concern, she got back to me in a timely manner. She laid out all of the paperwork I needed to gather and explained an...
Posted by Joy | August 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Somekh established my father's Pooled Trust account and was relentless and strategic concerning what needed to be done and how to overcome bureaucratic obstacles. Whenever I was confronted by ill-tempered and/or mis-informed agency officials, Lori interceded with unequivocal arguments in sup...
Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Lori Somekh has been my lawyer for 6 years. Without her on my side I would have never known anything about Elderly care law and real estate law . She help me and my parents during a very difficult time. She was not just a lawyer but a person directing me through every stage until she and I was happ...
Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2014
Lori made a most stressful time in my life so much easier to deal with. She spent a great deal of time gathering all my information. Advised me on how to handle the situation and was always available when needed. She did what she said she was going to do in a timely fashion. Her rates were reasonable...
"Lori Somekh will be my go-to lawyer for matters concerning Elder Law, Medicaid Trusts, Special Needs Trusts, and Estate Planning around the needs of an older client. Not only is she competent, experienced and reasonable, but she really cares about her clients' and their family's welfare, making home and hospital visits when needed. Most families are at their most stressed and distressed by aging, accidents or illness and Lori will patiently provide the protection and help they need."
"I highly endorse Lori Somekh. I have worked with Lori many times and on every case she has been the consumate professional demonstrating not only a comprehensive knowledge of the law, but also a deep concern for her client's needs."
Divorce and separation lawyer
1997 - Present
Owner, Somekh & Associates, PLLC
1994 - 1997
Associate, Cullen & Dykman, LLP
Executive Committee
N/A
JD
2016
2013
2012
2006
Spanish
Legal Answers
Can my mother with advanced stage dementia, in need of long-term care, qualify for Medicaid when parents have savings and house?
18 Jun 2021
My 94 year old father is in a nursing home. He is of sound mind. He is in pretty good shape from the waist up. He has about $750
16 Dec 2020
How do I change a irrevocable trust to a revocable trust. Are there any problems with doing this?
31 Oct 2020