Kandace L Scherr

Kandace L Scherr

also known as Kandy

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Elder law Lawyer at Lutherville (State-wide), MD
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Guardianship, Estate Planning ... +7 more

1400 Front Avenue, Suite 200, Lutherville (State-wide), MD

About Kandace

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Elder Law 10%

Attorney Scherr is a premier elder lawyer in Maryland and DC. Growing old can have legal implications you want to be prepared for, call her today for a case evaluation.

29 years

10%
Estate Planning 10%

You do not do estate planning for yourself, you do it so that there will be the least amount of stress and work for the loved ones you leave behind. Call Attorney Scherr now for a consultation.

29 years

10%
Guardianship 10%

If an individual becomes disabled and is incapable of making important decisions for themselves, a Guardianship may be necessary. This requires extensive documentation and a court hearing. Let Attorney Scherr guide you through the process.

29 years

10%
Medicaid and Medicare 10%

Handled over one thousand successful Medicaid applications. For experienced legal help, call today.

29 years

10%
Probate 10%

Estate representatives can easily make mistakes due to inexperience, stress and hasty decisions. I guide clients through every step of the probate process, with reliable, detailed advice, so you can settle your loved one’s estate efficiently.

10%
Trusts 10%

Trusts are essential documents for some estate plans. If you have a trust and have not had it reviewed recently, you should make an appointment to do so. Even if your personal situation has not changed, the laws do change.

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

Drafting | Reviewing | Amendment | Revocation | Execution | Probate | Litigation | POAs | More | Call now for a consultation.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 38 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1988

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 39 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Frank, Frank & Scherr

1400 Front Avenue, Suite 200, Lutherville (State-wide), MD, 21093-5365

Kandace Scherr, Esq.

Hollis Cronan and Fronk, 111 East Dover Street, Easton, MD, 21601

Kandace Scherr, Esq.

Davis, Agnor, Rapaport and Skalny, 10211 Wincopin Circle #600, Columbia, MD, 21044

Frank, Frank & Scherr, LLC

1340 Smith Avenue, Suite​ 300, Baltimore, MD, 21209

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Kandace L Scherr's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rick | March 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Incredibly efficient and thorough service

I hired Ms Scherr to determine what needed to be done with Veteran's Administration benefits my mother just started receiving. She made the determination to open a First Maryland Disability Trust to administer the initial benefit disbursement. Both Ms. Scherr and her paralegal, Ashley Keim were inc...redibly responsive and knowledgeable. The Trust was set up very quickly. and with absolutely no problems. I highly recommend Kandace Scherr!

Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Nursing home transition and Medicaid application

Choosing Kandace Scherr to help me with my mother's transition to nursing home and Medicaid application was an easy decision. From our first meeting, I felt confident and comfortable with her advice and plan of action. Professional and compassionate, Kandace made what could have been a nightmare for... me into a seamless process with excellent results. Would highly recommend.

Posted by Denise | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare

Medicaid submission

Very disappointed I obtained their services to submit a simple Medicaid application. I had already received all the necessary paperwork myself. I was told the cost would be approx $9,000 I have paid over $13,000+. They submitted the expenses to Medicaid incorrectly & now I am left to submit it on my... own. Wasted time & money!

Posted by Melanie | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Melanie Cook

Kandace has been a life-saver for our family. Years ago she took on my mother's messy estate, and recently she completed wills, power-of-attorney, advanced directives for my husband and I. She is incredibly thorough, and an expert on estate law & planning for elders. We have often sought her opin...ions. Also, she is very compassionate when discussing sensitive issues. I would not hesitate to fully recommend Kandace.

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2017

telephone call

knowledgeable and compassionate. She assessed the situation and informed me of my options. Very appreciative of her time and insight.

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Kandace L Scherr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stacie Rogers

Medicaid and medicare lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kandace is a compassionate, knowledgable and trusted advisor and colleague. She is passionate about helping her community and making the complex Medicaid process as easily understandable for our clients as possible. She is reassuring and a reliable source in the field of elder law. I fully endorse this attorney."

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Alexander Zarzecki

Medicaid and medicare lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Diamond

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Client Choice Award, AVVO

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Senior Partner, Vice President, Frank, Frank & Scherr, LLC

1900 - Present

Member, Frank, Frank & Scherr, LLC

Associations

2017 - Present

Section Council of the Elder Law and Disability Rights Section of the Maryland Bar Association

Membership Committee Chairperson

2010 - Present

Veteran's Admnistration

Certified Attorney

1998 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2018 - 2018

Leadership Maryland

Graduate of Class of 2018

Sample of Legal Cases

Medicaid Long Term Care applications

positive results

Veterans Aid and Attendance Applications

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Education

1985

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

MICA (Maryland Institute, College of Art)

BFA

Speaking Engagements

2021

Medicaid Planning Event Series

Medicaid

2018

Maryland MENSA

Long Term Care Planning and Asset Protection

2018

Honey, Let's take care of the legal work!

Elder Law

2018

Eastern Shore Financial Workshop

Medicaid Spend Down

2017

General Meeting Elder Law and Disability Rights Section

Medicare Settlements and The Jimmo case

2011

National Business Institute

Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security Update

N/A

Montgomery County Senior Services Network Lecture

Elder Law, What is it and What’s Available

N/A

Lorman Education Services

Medical Assistance Planning

N/A

Baltimore County Department of Aging Caregiver’s Workshop

Lecture

N/A

AARP, Baltimore Liberty Chapter

Lecture

N/A

4th Annual Solo and Small Firm Conference

Helping Your Elderly Client

Publications

2017

Money, Riches and Wealth 680 WCBM Elder Law

Languages

English

Activity

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