Not only "would" I recommend Joe, I have recommended him to my family. He is very knowledgeable and presents things in such a way that I could easily understand without feeling patronized or talked-down-to. I came away with a good sense of what my options were and what all the pieces were that I needed to consider in making my decisions. Joe was warm, patient, and very understanding of the difficult situation we face. I wholeheartedly recommend him.
My wife and I had our estate plan done by Joe, as did my mom. Joe and his staff carefully explained every step of the process and were very accomodating with follow up questions. The final estate plans were very thorough and inclusive.
WE'RE DIFFERENT BECAUSE WE CARE ABOUT THE WHOLE CLIENT: HAPPINESS, FAMILY, LIFE--AS WELL AS ASSETS.WE HELP FAMILIES SOLVE WHAT TO DO WITH MOM'S OR DAD'S FINANCES IF THEY NEED SKILLED NURSING CARE.WE OFFER A FULL ARRAY OF ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES: WILLS, TRUSTS, POWERS OF ATTORNEY, AND MEDICAID.
About Joe Masiuk
As a partner in the law firm of Flood and Masiuk, LLP, Joseph Masiuk shares his wife’s enthusiasm for, and commitment to, a practice which provides people of all ages and walks of life with thoughtful and comprehensive solutions in estate planning.
Experience
Today, Mr. Masiuk is a widely noted speaker, author and seminar leader on topics ranging from estate and Medicaid planning to asset protection for traditional and GLBT couples and families.
Prior to joining his wife in private practice, Mr. Masiuk practiced law in the public sector as an Assistant Regional Attorney for the United States Department of Health, Education and Welfare. His practice at HEW involved Social Security as well as Medicare and Medicaid policy and litigation. From 1981 to 1985 he served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Department of Justice in Philadelphia, where his counsel to the Federal Bureau of Investigation was recognized in September, 1985
Mr. Masiuk is a Member of the Bars of the Supreme Courts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the United States Courts of Appeal for the Third and Fourth Circuits; and the United States District Courts for New Jersey and the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania. He has been practicing law since 1976.
Education
Mr. Masiuk attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in literature. Next, he attended the University of Maryland School of Law, where he was awarded a Juris Doctor degree in 1976.
Personal
Masiuk’s civic involvement has included membership in the Rotary Club of Feasterville, where he served as President in 1989-1990 and District Governor’s Representative in 1990-1991; and the Lower Southampton Township Fourth of July Parade Committee. For the past 18 years, he has been a guest lecturer of the Political Science department at Arcadia University.
Not only "would" I recommend Joe, I have recommended him to my family. He is very knowledgeable and presents things in such a way that I could easily understand without feeling patronized or talked-down-to. I came away with a good sense of what my options were and what all the pieces were that I needed to consider in making my decisions. Joe was warm, patient, and very understanding of the difficult situation we face. I wholeheartedly recommend him.
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Posted by Mike | November 19, 2011
Estate Planning Services from Joe Masiuk
My wife and I had our estate plan done by Joe, as did my mom. Joe and his staff carefully explained every step of the process and were very accomodating with follow up questions. The final estate plans were very thorough and inclusive.
Posted by janice | April 19, 2012
comment on answer to question i had about a will
very prompt in response and very understandable to my question.
Response from Joseph MasiukApril 20, 2012
Thanks so much for your very kind review. I'm grateful to have helped you.
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Estate planning Attorney | Jan 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Mr. Masiuk and have listed that endorsement under Estate Planning because it is the most encompassing of the choices given. Over the years I have read Mr. Masiuk's answers to many questions on AVVO and have found him to be highly skilled in the areas of Elder Law, Probate, Guardianship and many other areas that can be condensed under the general caption of Estate Planning. I highly recommend Mr. Masiuk to any person seeking an attorney with exceptional technical skills as well as a deep and abiding understanding of the emotional issues that prevail in these areas of the practice of law."
Estate planning Attorney | Oct 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I've known Joe through our affiliation with a national organization of estate planning attorneys that fosters professional excellence. Joe is a compassionate and knowledgeable estate planning attorney. He cares about his clients and makes complicated estate planning concepts easy to understand. I endorse him as an exceptional estate planning attorney."
Estate planning Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Joe to any potential client. With an estate practice that encompasses the breath of estate issues--including trusts, probate and guardianship--Joe brings experience, real world solutions and compassion to his practice."
Estate planning Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I know Joe through our mutual membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is an excellent attorney and I am happy to recommend him."
Estate planning Attorney | Oct 20
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Joe as a fellow member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Joe is well qualified and genuinely cares for his clients and their families."
Unknown Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Masiuk spends a significant amount of time answering questions in the Avvo forum. His answers show a clear understanding and knowledge of the law. I would recommend him."
Elder law Attorney | Sep 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Joe Masiuk since 1984 when he mentored me in the Civil Division of the U.S. Attorney's Office in Philadelphia. Joe is extremely bright, articulate, personable and reliable. He cares about his clients and the lawyers with whom he practices in the community. Joe has the ability to take a complex issue or problem, break it down, explain it and solve it in an understandable fashion. I highly endorse Joe Masiuk."
Estate planning Attorney | Jul 09
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer.
I have observed Joseph Masiuk on AVVO and have admired his complete and caring answers that he gives to persons that have problems and need legal help. He has the compassion in helping others that is sometimes lacking in our profession."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Joe Masiuk is a frequent contributor of incisive and practical information in his answers on Avvo. He demonstrates a command of estate issues and compassion in his treatment of the subject matter of the often intensely personal issues presented."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 12
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe for several years as a fellow member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. In addition to being expert in the field of Estate Planning, I have found Joe to be a caring and compassionate lawyer."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Other
"As a member of the American Estate Planning Attorneys Joe is highly qualified to address and solve estate planning matters. He is steeped in the knowledge of how to solve estate planning matters. He will understand how to resolve issues which may seem impossible to you. You will know he cares when you are finished."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 11
Relationship: Other
"Attorney Masiuk is a contributing member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, and I have had the privilege of knowing him for many years. Joe's knowledge on the subject of elder law is unparalleled, and I highly endorse him."