Valerie Ann Shivers

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Valerie Ann Shivers

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Elder law Lawyer at Sayville, NY
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Medicaid & Medicare, Estate Planning, Real Estate

140 Lakeland Ave., Sayville, NY

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About Valerie

Biography

Planning Your Future Is Our Priority

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Elder Law 30%

30%
Medicaid and Medicare 30%

30%
Estate Planning 25%

25%
Real Estate 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Valerie A. Shivers

140 Lakeland Ave., Sayville, NY, 11782

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Valerie A. Shivers, P.C.

1225 Franklin Ave, Suite 325, Garden City, NY, 11530

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Valerie Ann Shivers's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Lauren | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Professional and Compassionate

I can't thank Valerie enough for guiding me and my family through very important and sometimes difficult times. She helped us navigate through the process of getting my grandmother the best care when she became ill, and protecting her property and assets. She's also helped us prepare our own will a...nd guided us through the intimidating process of buying a home. Valerie and her team demonstrate the highest standard of professionalism and compassion and I have recommended her practice to family and friends.

Posted by Leslie Jantz | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Best Attorney, Best Service, Best Advice

We used Valerie Shivers to help us with our trust, and also a very complicated real estate transaction. I know without a doubt this deal wouldn't have happened if she were not involved. She went way above and beyond what she was retained to do, in order to help us close on our new home. I will nev...er use another attorney's office again. She saved the deal. Regarding our trust, she was extremely patient in explaining everything to my husband and I when we didn't fully understand something. She gave us great advice and suggestions to protect our assets and help us plan appropriately for our future and for the future of our children. She made us look at things in a way we never would have even thought of before. She's incredibly smart, nice and helpful. Here entire staff is so pleasant, warm, and welcoming right from the moment you walk in the door. You owe it to yourself and whatever transaction you are working on to give Valerie Shivers' office a call. Her office is more than highly recommended by myself, and my entire family.

Valerie Shivers

Replied last March 27, 2018

Leslie Thank you so much for your kind words. It is a pleasure to work with your family and we look forward to representing you in the future. Best of luck in your beautiful new home!

Posted by Natalie | May 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Awesome knowledgeable attorney!

I highly recommend Valerie Shivers for both estate planning as well as real estate transactions. She is not only knowledgeable and highly responsive but also very personable and easy to speak with. She handled both the sale of my old home and purchase of my new home, with ease. When it was time to ...and draw up a will and make sure my assets would be covered using Mrs. Shivers again was a no-brainer.

Posted by Esther | May 14, 2013 | Elder Law

Trusted Attorney

My parents are both at the point in their lives where they need help with their financial issues as well as some health issues. I found Valerie at a point in my life when it was all becoming too overwhelming for me. Both my mother and father are suffering from illnesses that are forcing life changes... at this point. My father's business had to be sold and the work that went along with that was so much more than I anticipated. My mother's deteriorating health made it clear a nursing home had to be found for my father. Valerie has the ability to be caring and attentive on a personal level yet has the professionalism and knowledge to guide someone toward the best outcome for their personal needs. Valerie helped me create a plan to care for my parents financially and legally. My parents' situation has shown me that it is never too soon to start planning for one's future. Valerie is not only our "family" attorney who we go to with trust and confidence, but she has become a friend that we value more than words.

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Christopher Glass

Guardianship lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I can't recommend Valerie Shivers strongly enough. I recently referred Ms. Shivers a client in need of guardianship work and she has been knowledgeable, diligent, and has gone above and beyond the call of duty to take care of the clients needs."

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Jeffrey Risman

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Valerie is an extremely gifted and talented attorney who is truly passionate about protecting her clients' interests. I wholeheartedly endorse and recommend her legal services."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2023

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2021

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2020

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2019

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2018

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2008

Certified Veterans Affairs Attorney, Veterans Affairs

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Shivers Law Group

2007 - 2009

Associate, Brosnan & Hegler, LLP

2006 - 2007

Associate, Davidow, Davidow, Siegel & Stern

2005 - 2006

Clerk, Grabie & Grabie, LLP

2000 - 2006

Clerk, Law Office of William T. LaVelle

Associations

2007 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2011

Nassau County Bar Association

Chair

2009 - 2010

Nassau County Bar Association

Chair

2008 - 2009

Nassau County Bar Association

Chair

2007 - 2008

Nassau County Bar Association

Chair

Education

2006

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Binghamton University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Webinar - Realty Connect USA

Estate Planning and Asset Protection

2013

Smithtown Business & Professional Women's Network Educational Dinner Meeting Estate Planning and Asset Protection

2013

Financial Empowerment for Women - Planning and Preserving your Estate

Estate Planning

Languages

English

Activity

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