$ 250-250 per hour
Paul Vandyke Black
About Paul
Biography
My experience as the son of two parents with big health challenges is what led me to the work I do today. My mother has wrestled with Parkinson’s Disease for more than two decades. My father suffered a major stroke in May 2001. For many years, even as I tried to be a loving son to both of them, I began to notice just how little I knew about the larger systems that were playing increasingly big roles in their daily lives- things like the ins and outs of Medicare’s Part D prescription drug program. I was curious about how I could make their lives better by knowing more about these systems. (I sometimes wished I could back in time and plan for the big changes in their lives, but absent a time machine, that just wasn’t possible.)
Over time, as I learned more about how to meet their needs and as I grew into assuming more responsibilities (for my father in particular), I also learned that there were entire legal specialties devoted to serving people whose needs were quite similar to theirs. I soon found that I could pursue a career in the areas of elder law & the related area of special needs planning. I had a great opportunity to turn some of the biggest challenges in my family’s experience into a source of strength and direction.
While at Georgia State University College of Law, I gained invaluable experience interning at the two senior-oriented divisions of Atlanta Legal Aid Society. Atlanta Legal Aid’s Georgia Senior Legal Hotline trained me to provide quick advice on a broad range of legal issues facing aging Georgians, from consumer matters to landlord-tenant disputes to questions about public benefits. The Senior Citizens Law Project gave me the opportunity for more in-depth advocacy for a smaller number of clients, whose cases often involved probate issues, Medicare, and Social Security benefits. After graduation from GSU Law, I was chosen from dozens of applicants nationwide as one of three 2010-2011 Borchard Foundation on Law & Aging fellows. As a Borchard fellow, I had the privilege of continuing to work for Atlanta Legal Aid Society, this time as an attorney.
After completing my fellowship, I launched my own private practice. Today, I find great satisfaction in serving clients across Georgia who need help in the areas of elder law, estate planning, & special needs planning.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Elder Law
40%
16 years
Estate Planning
30%
15 years
Guardianship
10%
15 years
Medicaid and Medicare
10%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 15 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Brannon + Black, LLC
2002 Summit Blvd, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA, 30319
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Susan | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law
Needed help fast!!!
Paul was recommended to me when I took my sorority sister to be diagnosed by a psychiatrist for hallucinations. She lived two hours away, had no family and had never been to any doctors, so there was no one to catch the problem early . I looked at the Doctor and said, "ok what do I do now?". He ha...
Posted by Stacey | July 20, 2015 | Estate Planning
Dedicated and personable
Paul does an excellent job of making a connection with his clients. He becomes invested in meeting the needs of his clients. He is helpful, friendly and has lots of knowledge about trusts, wills, etc. It is easy to get in touch with Paul and he makes a point of staying in touch with you. He is wi...
Paul Vandyke Black's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Paul without reservation. Paul is a not only a skilled lawyer but a compassionate, community-oriented person who serves as a mentor to new lawyers."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Paul is an excellent lawyer, and has an outstanding reputation in the metro Atlanta area in the elder law arena. You will not go wrong with him as your attorney."
"I have had the opportunity to work closely with Paul. He is an excellent attorney. I would not hesitate to refer any of my clients, friends, or family to him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Paul for a few years now. Paul is an intelligent and passionate attorney who will work his hardest for his clients. In addition to being a great lawyer, Paul is an amazing person who can relate to his clients on a personal level and genuinely cares about them. Without hesitation, I fully endorse Paul."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul Black has tremendous passion for elder law which shows through in his professionalism and his commitment to his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in the field and a go-to resource for other attorneys in the area. I am proud to call him a colleague."
"Paul has quickly become one of the top elder law attorneys in the State. He has a passion for his work that I have seen in few other attorneys in any practice area. He is one of the most knowledgeable elder law attorneys I know and I have routinely sought Paul's advice and have referred clients without hesitation to Paul. If you have an elder law or probate issue, you should call Paul first."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I do not know any other attorney that is as committed to justice for the elderly as Mr. Black. I've known Paul for several years and have found him to be an outstanding attorney and great person. Also, he is a hawk on HIPPA."
"Paul is always available with a well-reasoned response to any questions about the probate of wills and other elder care needs. I trust his advice, and see how hard he works on behalf of all of his clients."
"Paul is a fantastic attorney. He is hardworking, dedicated and highly skilled. I highly recommend Paul."
"Paul Black is an excellent Elder Law attorney. He has high standards and devotes considerable time and energy to staying abreast of the most recent developments in the field of Elder Law. He cares deeply about his clients and is always looking for new ways to better serve their needs."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I sought out Paul's help on a complex probate case. He has an expansive knowledge of elder law. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in the Atlanta/Decatur area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is passionate about his practice area and it shows in the work he performs for his clients. I have no hesitation referring clients with elder law needs to Paul."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Elder Law Fellowship, Borchard Foundation on Law & Aging
2010
Highest Graduation Honors in Pro Bono Service, Georgia State University College of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner/Partner, Brannon + Black, LLC
2012 - 2013
Attorney, The Law Office of Paul Black, LLC
2010 - 2011
Staff Attorney, Atlanta Legal Aid Society
Associations
2010 - Present
State Bar of Georgia, Elder Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
Education
2010
Georgia State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Georgia State University
MA - Masters
2002
Princeton University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Multiple Venues, 2014-present
How to Recognize, Prevent, and Respond to Scams Against Seniors
2015
GA APDA Monthly Education Meeting
Seasons of Planning for Parkinson's Patients
2015
Community Education Presentation
Post-Death Legal Issues
2015
Brannon + Black LLC Community Education Presentation
Planning Options for Disabled Children and Adults Using Special Needs Trusts, The ABLE Act, and the Affordable Care Act
2015
2015 Ethics CEU Presentation
No Easy Answers: Legal and Ethical Considerations for Professionals and Caregivers Facing Difficult Situations
2014
Teleconference for Attorneys
Helpful Tech Tools for Creating A Mobile Office and Managing Your Practice
2014
Multiple Venues, 2014
The Affordable Care Act: What Has Changed
2014
Continuing Education Course
Proactive Legal Planning and Difficult Ethical Issues for Dementia Patients in Georgia
2013
Gwinnett Family Caregivers Conference
Legal Tools & Resources for Georgia Caregivers
N/A
Multiple Venues, 2014-present
Seasons of Planning: Estate & Incapacity Planning for Georgia Families
Publications
2014
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Magazine
Helpful Tech Tools for Creating A Mobile Office and Managing Your Practice
2012
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Journal
Reverse Mortgages & The Current Financial Crisis
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers