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Anthony L. Marone
also known as Anthony Marone
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Biography
With over two decades of experience, Anthony L. Marone, Esq., has established himself as a leading authority in estate planning, Medicaid planning, and special needs trusts throughout Pennsylvania. Mr. Marone’s practice focuses on helping families develop comprehensive plans that protect the interests of elderly and disabled individuals while ensuring compliance with complex legal standards. He is adept at creating, administering, and modifying special needs trusts and representing trustees in fulfilling their fiduciary responsibilities. He is frequently called upon to represent clients in court for trust modifications, judicial approvals, and dispute resolution. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Marone served as Assistant Counsel to the Governor of Pennsylvania, acting as lead litigator for the Department of Human Services on matters related to Medical Assistance Long-Term Care and special needs trusts. Named the 2023 PAELA Person of the Year, Mr. Marone is an active member of the Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys. A graduate of Drexel University and Temple University School of Law, he is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Mr. Marone is also a retired U.S. military veteran, having served from 1984 to 2007.
Anthony L. Marone helps family protect loved ones with disabilities through special need trusts. Whether creating or administering the special needs trust, Attorney Marone ensures assets are preserved while maintaining eligibility for benefits.
Anthony L. Marone helps families navigate Medicaid eligibility rules with legal and strategic planning that protects assets and ensures access to essential care.
Anthony L. Marone creates first-party special needs trusts to protect benefits when assets belong to the individual. He also designs third-party trusts as part of comprehensive estate plans, ensuring families provide long-term security without jeopardizing eligibility
Anthony L. Marone provides comprehensive estate planning with a focus on special needs trusts, helping families protect assets, preserve benefits, and secure a future of care and stability for loved ones with disabilities.
Anthony L. Marone handles guardianship matters in connection with special needs trust planning, ensuring families protect benefits, secure assets, and provide long-term care for loved ones with disabilities
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Gerhard & Gerhard, PC
815 Greenwood Avenue, Suite #8, Jenkintown, PA, 19046
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"I endorse this lawyer. Anthony Marone is an exceptional attorney with deep expertise in special needs trust planning and Medicaid eligibility. His understanding goes far beyond drafting documents—he truly grasps how these trusts operate in real life and how they interact with public benefits for individuals with disabilities. Anthony brings a practical, client-focused approach and a wealth of knowledge that makes him an invaluable resource. We are thrilled to have him join Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C."
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Experience
Honors
2023
PAELA Chapter Member of the Year, Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Senior Counsel, Special Needs Trusts & Medicaid Eligibility Law, Gerhard & Gerhard, P.C.
2020 - 2025
Special Needs Trusts and Medicaid Eligibility Attorney, Harvey, Ballard & Bornstein, LLC
2014 - 2020
Special Needs Trust and Disability Attorney, McAndrews Law Offices, P.C.
2007 - 2014
Assistant General Counsel, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Public Welfare
Associations
2024 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law AttorneysBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Trustee agreed to resign, repay the Department several hundreds of thousands of dollars, disgorged fees, and paid damages to the beneficiary.
Trustee was removed from office for his self-dealing and surcharged.
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Appealing an Adverse Decision to the Bureau of Hearings and Appeals (Medicaid Appeals)
2021
Managing Real Estate in a Special Needs Trust
2021
Update on Medicaid Waivers in Pennsylvania
2021
Administering a Special Needs Trust for an Incapacitated Person - Practical and Legal Issues for Trustees
2021
Planning for a Child with Special Needs - Third Party Funded Special Needs Trusts
Languages
English