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Helayne Levy Payne

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About Helayne

Elder Law & Life Care Planning - A Practice With Purpose

Attention and Intention - two words that steer my personal and professional direction.  Being a family member, first as a daughter, sister, and then mother and wife, has fortified the meaning behind these words for me and actually transforms their importance from words to purpose.  I take the positions I hold in my family and in my community to heart and in this way, nothing has given me greater joy! 

 

Sustenance comes from loving and living with purpose...eating well, remaining active with a solid-paced run through our neighborhood with my husband for a good endorphin release!

 

With appreciation for every day,

Helayne

 

PS: My team and I have put together some resources to help families as they face Long-Term Care and Dementia challenges.

You're Not Alone Series: Living with Alzheimer's Disease and Living as an Alzheimer's Caregiver. Helayne and her team are proud to announce the arrival of two new informational guides for those who have received an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis and their caregivers. Check out our download page (https://www.apracticewithpurpose.com/you-re-not-alone) to order your copies today! look to us in the near future for this resource which we hope you will find extremely helpful.

Request a copy of our informational packet, "A Guide to Alzheimer's Care"

Request a copy of our informational packet, "Long-Term Care Planning Guide, 2019 Edition"

 

 

Practice areas

OtherPower of attorneyTrustsEstate planningElder law
  1. Elder law: 20%

    11 years

  2. Estate planning: 20%

    11 years

  3. Trusts: 20%

    11 years

  4. Power of attorney: 15%

    11 years

  1. Wills and living wills: 15%

    11 years

  2. Guardianship: 5%

    7 years

  3. Probate: 5%

    7 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

4436 Main Street
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Elder Law & Life Care Planning Center

4436 Main Street
Shallotte, NC, 28470

Fax (910) 755-7521
Website
www.aPracticeWithPurpose.com

Satellite Elder Law & Life Care Planning Center

2505 South College Road
Wilmington, NC, 28412

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NCActive201012/17/2020
NYDue to Register within 30 Days of Birthday199812/09/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers32
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Helayne LevyLegal Aid of North Carolina2014
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalElder Law & Life Care Planning Center: A Practice With Purpose2014 - Present
Of CounselElder Law Firm Of Andrew Olsen2013 - 2014
AssociateElder Law Firm Of Andrew Olsen2010 - 2014
AssociateCorporate Bank Attorney2002 - 2003
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Life Care Planning Law Firms AssociationMember2014 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysTax Committee Member2013 - Present
Brunswick Senior Resources IncBoard of Directors2013 - Present
The Housing Authority of the City of Wilmington, State of North CarloinaBoard Commissioner2012 - Present
Cape Fear Council on Aging Elder Abuse NetworkCommittee Member2012 - Present
North Carolina Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysBoard of Directors2012 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Living Out Loud MagazineSorry. Your Time Is Up2014
Living Out Loud MagazineMedicare: A Brief Tutorial2012
Living Out Loud MagazineThe Dos and Don'ts of Nursing Home Care2012
Living Out Loud MagazineA Different Kind of Trust Fund Baby2012
Living Out Loud MagazineCan Your Shredder Protect You From Identity Theft2012
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Stetson University College of LawLL.M - Master of Laws2012
Brooklyn Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1998
Columbia UniversityMA - Masters1988
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Physicians and Health Care Providers SymposiumPrinciplism and Ethics in Elder Law2014
Leading Forward SymposiumElder Law 1012014
National Business Institute CLEEthics of the Practice of Elder Law2011

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Patricia and John Hannigan

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We first met Attorney Levy at one of her free information conferences. Many topics were discussed and we realized how little we knew about protecting our investments and property after our death or during any incapacitation. This prompted us to make an appointment with Attorney Levy, as we were impressed with her thorough presentation and knowledge. It was then that we realized how little we knew. On our first visit, Attorney Levy and her staff welcomed us and presented us with an overview of what to expect, giving us options on various plans. We chose the plan we thought was best suited for us and as we now come to concluding our plan, we would like to give the highest praises to Attorney Levy and her staff, who are not only knowledgeable and professional, but also warm and caring. We are very pleased with our future plan and want to thank Attorney Levy and her staff for always making us feel comfortable, even when we felt inadequate in understanding legal jargon. We feel fortunate to have an attorney we not only trust, but one whom we now think of as a friend. It is a comfortable feeling knowing that if we have any questions at any time, we can always call the office for our answers.
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All you could ask for and more

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We didn't have much to protect, but we wanted it protected well. Helayne and her staff were exceptionally thorough and remarkably flexible, asking questions about things we had not considered. After 35+ years in banking and regulatory risk management, I think I know what "thorough and accurate" means. If you want that, these are the folks for you
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Great estate planning experience

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Everyone on the "team" from Shallotte, Helayne, Michael, Casey and Candace, made the entire estate planning experience simple and easy. They took the time to explain each step in the process in ways we could understand and relate to, and then did the same with our family. We can now sleep at night knowing that everything we've worked our entire lives for will be protected and safe.
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Great attorney

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She explained the whole process of creating a trust. Answered all our questions to our satisfaction. She is very knowledgeable of all the possible situations that could occur. We were very pleased with dealing with her. We would definitely recommend Helayne Levy Payne. Also her staff was excellent.
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Five Stars!

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We hired Helayne Levy Payne to prepare our wills and establish a trust fund to protect our assets. Helayne and her entire staff demonstrated a high level of professionalism throughout the entire process. They were all attentive to our needs and guided us with their knowledge and patience to assist us to meet our goals successfully. We would highly recommend this firm and we will not hesitate calling upon them for any future needs.
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Estate Planning

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Helayne was very professional, respected all our wishes and addressed our concerns. We had a family meeting which included our daughters and she was very considerate of them as well, answering all their questions and explaining documents in detail. We feel Helayne has prepared us financially for many issues which we may be faced with in the future. We would definitely recommend her to others.
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Awesome and very patient

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Helayne listened to our individual family issues and placed them perfectly into our will and living will. We were able to include our biggest concerns in an appropriate way. She was wonderful.
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My wife and I interviewed several attorneys to assemble our trust. Mrs Payne was far and above our first and only choice. She is a model of professionalism. She guided us through the maze of writing our trust and related documents. Just one glitch. We could not seem to schedule meetings with her staff very easily. The whole process took longer than we anticipated. However, this was a small inconvenience considering the wealth of protection and peace of mind we acquired for our future.
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Estate Planning Experience

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Helayne and her staff were extremely competent and made the entire experience of estate planning including wills, powers of attorney, personal health care plans, etc. more of a pleasure vice a somber experience. All documents were well explained and thorough. She and her staff are highly recommended.
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We attended a free estate planning seminar by another elder law practice a few years ago. We realized we needed a legal firm to help us and felt that an Elder Law practice was the best way to proceed. We began our search to find an expert that could guide us through this vast legal and confusing process. We talked to friends, did research on Elder Law practices in the area, and developed a short list of candidates to consider. We met Helayne and her staff and we were blown away by her friendly and compassionate yet professional manner, her vast legal knowledge and experience in every aspect of this kind of legal and life event type of planning. She put us at ease immediately. After explaining our situation and our goals and her explanation of all of the planning options, we felt we made the best decision on the type of planning we wanted, and we signed a contract with her. We were overwhelmed and confused at the beginning of this journey with all of the legal jargon and potential pitfalls. However, her endless patience, careful explaining and coaching, sense of humor, thoroughness, skill at asking and listening to get at our specific situation and our goals, we were able to break this process down and do some incredibly creative and effective planning. We felt we had turned over every stone and we had identified every situation and carefully planned for every eventuality when we are gone or no longer able to manage on our own. We could not have made a better choice than working with Helayne and her staff. If you are looking for someone to help you with your asset planning, we highly recommend Helayne Levy and her team at “Elder Law, Life Care Planning Center…..A Practice with a Purpose”. She made what seemed to be a very difficult process easy, and we have come away with great plans in place.
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Julieanne Steinbacher, Elder law Attorney on Aug 24, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I highly endorse this lawyer. Helayne and her staff are very dedicated to serving their clients completely and with great customer service. They are willing to spend the time necessary to make sure that each client is comfortable.

Brandon Robinson, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 20, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

North Carolinians in Cumberland County and beyond are blessed to have, in Helayne Payne, a highly skilled, and caring, estate planning and elder law attorney. Her legal expertise is deep, and she readily appreciates how the blackletter law impacts real people and real families planning their estates, and dealing with difficult situations like incompetency and guardianship. Having her counsel when families need it most realizes the ideal of the lawyer as a servant of the community. For these reasons, I am very glad to endorse my colleague.

Hyman Darling, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 20, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have known Helayne for many years as a fellow member of NAELA. We have worked together on files for mutual clients, and I have found her to be attentive and responsive to those clients while providing quality planning advice to the clients. I recommend Helayne for estate planning for clients who need basic to sophisticated planning.

Sean Curran, Elder law Attorney on Oct 19, 2017
Relationship: Friend

I endorse Helayne Levy as a highly competent Elder Law attorney. She has a deep concern for her clients and handles each client with integrity and passion.

William Alexander, Elder law Attorney on Oct 16, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I fully endorse this lawyer. Helayne Levy listens and is sensitive to the unique needs of each of her clients. She provides top-notch advice for estate planning and elderlaw and insures that her clients receive the best documents to achieve their goals. I have worked with her on several client matters and continue to be impressed with her knowledge of the law, her understanding of the issues, and her commitment to take care of her clients.

Andrew Dickens

I am impressed with Ms. Levy's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. She has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!

Roberta Flowers, Elder law Attorney on Apr 25, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. I had the privilege to teach Helayne in the Elder Law LLM at Stetson College of Law. She was an engaged and passionate student who wanted to learn as much as she could to enable her to fully serve her elderly clients. Since she graduated with her LLM, I have watched her passion and abilities grow. She is bright and quick but most of all she CARES. What more could one need in an attorney!

Doris Dixon, Elder law Attorney on Oct 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Helayne has a true passion for working with seniors and is a strong advocate for her clients. I've enjoyed working with Helayne and would recommend her without hesitation.

Matthew Donald, Elder law Attorney on Oct 22, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Best Elder Law lawyer in NC in my opinion. Extremely passionate about her clients, their families and their needs. Has the education, experience and drive to help with any estate planning need you may have.

Robert Mason, Elder law Attorney on Oct 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Helayne is an extremely bright and energetic attorney who cares immensely for her elder law clients. I know Helyane from many bar activities and having worked with her on various matters. I would have no hesitation referring clients to her in the eastern part of North Carolina.

Abraham Johns, Elder law Attorney on Jun 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Levy is one of the strongest advocates for her clients and is one of few elder law attorneys earning her advanced master in laws in elder law.

Jackie Bedard, Elder law Attorney on Jun 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Helayne is a true advocate to her clients. I commend her not just for her professional excellence, but also for the care and compassion that she has for her clients.

Wayne Payne, Elder law Attorney on May 31, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Attorney Levy is the epitome of the lawyer who walks the walk. She is an advocate for her client and provides each with an individual holistic service. Attorney Levy serves her client with her heart. She is unique in that--a lawyer with a heart. Any client who is lucky enough to have the privilege to receive her services will have peace of mind and know that he or she has received the best possible legal service. HIRE HER.

Jeffrey Bellomo, Elder law Attorney on May 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Helayne is an amazing person and lawyer. She is compassionate and treats her clients like they are her own family members. Her intelligence is unmatched but she has an incredible ability of making everyone very comfortable and relaxed in conversations with her. I cannot say enough good things about her. I have no hesitations in recommending her.

Andrew Olsen, Elder law Attorney on Nov 1, 2013
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Helayne utilizes her masters degree in elder law to bring the most up to date ethical and technical measures in delivering care and support for her clients