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About Joseph

We're different because we care about the Whole Client: happiness, family, life--as well as assets.

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.

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Flood & Masiuk, LLC

703 Lakeside Park
Southampton, PA, 18966-4020

Website
http://www.floodmasiuk.com 

    703 Lakeside Dr
    Southampton, PA, 189664020

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    NJActive198403/30/2021
    PAActive197605/08/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers484
    Legal guides3
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Five Star Estate PlannerPhiladelphia Magazine2012
    Five Star Estate PlannerPhiladelphia Magazine2011
    Award of Appreciation for Excellent RepresentationFederal Bureau of Investigation1985
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PresidentFlood & Masiuk, LLC1985 - Present
    Assistant U.S. AttorneyUnited States Deparment Of Justice1981 - 1985
    Assistant Regional AttorneyUnited States Department of Health, Education and Welfare1977 - 1981
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysOfficer2000 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    phillyburbsHospice, Grief and Estate Planning2012
    phillyburbsFree Consultation and "Test Drives"2012
    phillyburbsDepressed over the "depression"?2012
    phillyburbsHave you ever seen your mother naked?2012
    phillyburbsFear of Death2012
    phillyburbsTwo Aunts + One Wedding Ring = Disaster2012
    phillyburbsThe happiest tax advice I've ever given2011
    phillyburbsWhy I am an Estate Planner2011
    Flood and Masiuk BlogsiteNumerous Articles on Blog2011
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Maryland School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1976
    University of PennsylvaniaBachelor of Arts, cum laude1973
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Annual ConferenceEstate Planning for LGBT Couples2014
    Estate Planning From A-ZPlanning For Unmarried & Re-Married Couples2014
    Estate PlanningEstate Planning for Unmarried and Remarried Couples2014
    Livestream and RadioLegacy Wealth Planning2014
    Life St. Mary Caregiver Staff In-Service DayPowers of Attorney2013
    Diversity CommitteeEstate Planning for LGBT Community2013
    Bucks County Geropsychology ConferencePowers of Attorney2013
    Medicaid: From Qualifying Clients to Applying for BenefitsQualifying a Client for Medicaid2013
    Information for Families with Special NeedsSpecial Needs Planning2013
    Senior Resource DayPlanning with Living Trusts2012
    Pet PlanningEstate Planning for You and Your Pets2012
    Bereavement Support GroupAfter the tears dry2012
    Planning with Living TrustsEstate Planning 1012012
    It's a matter of Trust, "Legal Trust it is"Estate Planning with Trusts2011
    Legal Toolbox for CaregiversLegal Toolbox2011
    Estate Planning for Loved Ones with Special NeedsSpecial Needs Planning2011
    Life Planning 101Ten Things Our Clients Have Taught Us2011
    Life Planning 101Life Planning = Estate Planning2011
    Advanced Social Security Benefits UpdateAdvanced Issues in Medicare and Medicaid Planning2011
    Pet PlanningPlanning for you and your pet2010
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    M.C. vs. LynchJudgment for plaintiff; father's living will was upheld

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    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.

    Estate Planning Services from Joe Masiuk

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    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.

    comment on answer to question i had about a will

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    very prompt in response and very understandable to my question.
    Joseph Masiuk's response: Thanks so much for your very kind review. I'm grateful to have helped you.

    Attorney endorsements

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    Heidi Stewart, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 21, 2016
    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.

    Hovanes Margarian

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Sean Cleary, Elder law Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.

    Richard Schneider, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
    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.

    Scott Schomer, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
    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.

    David Gibbs, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
    Relationship: Other

    Joseph is a dedicated, experienced and caring attorney. I highly endorse him for estate planning and elder law needs.

    Kerry Connealy, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
    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.

    Ryan Jensen, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 20, 2013
    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.

    Lawrence Striley, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 20, 2013
    Relationship: Other

    Joe is an excellent attorney and I am happy to give him my highest recommendation.

    Josef Hirschmann

    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.

    Michelle Biddinger, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 7, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning.

    M. Miller, Elder law Attorney on Jun 13, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Peggy Raddatz, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 7, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Howard Roitman, Probate Attorney on Oct 3, 2012
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Tammy Weber, Elder law Attorney on Sep 26, 2012
    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.

    Joseph Pippen, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 9, 2012
    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.

    Jan Tamanini, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 16, 2012
    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.

    Michael Robinson, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 12, 2012
    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.

    Dan Morris, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 11, 2012
    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.

    James Miller, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 11, 2012
    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.

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