David Howard Jacoby

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David Howard Jacoby

4.9
40 reviews
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Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 36 years

Medicaid and medicare Lawyer at Melbourne, FL
Practice Areas: Medicaid & Medicare, Guardianship, Elder Law ... +2 more

2111 DAIRY ROAD, Melbourne, FL

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About David

Biography

An attorney with over 25 years of legal service to Brevard County

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Medicaid and Medicare 80%

80%
Elder Law 5%

36 years

5%
Estate Planning 5%

36 years

5%
Guardianship 5%

36 years

5%
Probate 5%

36 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 325-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016 2015
Notable Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 36 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1989

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Lemieux & Jacoby Elder Law Advocates

2111 DAIRY ROAD, Melbourne, FL, 32904

lemieuxjacoby.com

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David Howard Jacoby's Reviews

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Posted by Chris and Susan | February 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

The absolute best!

If you need help with elder care, don't waste your time anywhere else. We suddenly found ourselves in a very desperate situation with our mom. The facility where she was sent to for rehab after a fall was horrible. She couldn't walk, and was not improving. Her physical therapy was completely inad...equate. They facility exhausted all of her Medicare days, and threatened to send her back to her independent living apartment without a care plan in place, and no regard for her well being. They wanted us to pay $6000.00 a month to place her in long term care, and insisted that her VA benefits would not cover her continued rehab. They were wrong, and refused to call the VA to find out. We realized that we needed help. We contacted one attorney who wanted $600.00 dollars to write an income only trust document. We had no idea what to do. We live in PA, and our 3 day visit had turned into 3 weeks of despair. This was one day before hurricane Irma hit! We found Mr. Jacoby and a few other attorneys on the internet and started making phone calls. He was the only one to call us back, and he met with us right away. It was the best thing we ever did. He completely understood what was going on, and exactly how to resolve our situation. We needed several document prepared to achieve the best outcome for our mom. His fee wasn't even close to what the other attorney wanted to charge us. It was more than fair, to the point where we thought that we might be getting scammed. But what else could we do? Mr. Jacoby and his staff are amazing, caring and compassionate people. They have kept their word at every step. If not for them, our mom probably would have died. But, in just a few days, our mom was in a facility where she received the best physical therapy and is now at a point where she can move to assisted living, She is now on Medicaid. There is no way that we could have achieved that on our own. The paperwork and documentation needed for Medicaid approval is unbelievable. We are eternally grateful to Mr. Jacoby and his staff. They have followed up on our mom's progress and continue to communicate with us. I would urge anyone who needs help or advise with elderly care to contact Mr. Jacoby.

Posted by Wendy | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare

Intelligent, Knowledgeable, Compassionate - Best in the Business

The experience at David Jacoby’s law office was outstanding for me and all of the family members to whom he provided service. We originally visited his office to work out a Medicaid issue for my grandmother. After such a positive experience, my mother, my siblings, and I have all utilized his service...s. David Jacoby has breadth and depth of experience, which results in an incredible knowledge of the law, finances, and all associated issues. Moreover, he took the time to understand our individual situation and guide us through the best course of action for our specific situation. Ironically, the best course of action was not what we preconceived. David Jacoby showed us a better process which was more financially sound. He is by far the most intelligent and competent attorney I have encountered. This, coupled with his compassion, makes him the best in the business. In addition, the staff at David Jacoby’s office are equally outstanding. I worked closely with Paul Withrow, his office administrator. Mr. Withrow also took the time with me before I signed and executed the documents to ensure I understood each aspect of each document, and he provided guidance to the portions where I needed assistance. He was patient, knowledgeable, and professional. Without reservation, I give my highest recommendation to David Jacoby and his team.

Posted by Deborah | July 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Highly Recommended

I would highly recommend Mr. Jacoby and his entire team. My father entrusted his and my mother's elder care and family trust legal matters with Mr. Jacoby years ago and it was an excellent decision. Mr. Jacoby was there for us as a family during the years between both of my parents passing and then a...gain to navigate the distribution of assets. Mr. Jacoby did an excellent job advising the trust executor and his staff provided quick support whenever needed.

Posted by Sandi | January 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Highly Professional Elder Law advocate

My Mother began working with Mr. Jacoby in 2009. He and his staff helped with every aspect of her long term care plans including appropriate health care directives, power of attorney, trust accounts and Medicaid Certification. Because of Mr. Jacoby’s knowledge of Florida Elder Law her Medicaid cer...tification was completed and approved within a few months. The Medicaid certification allowed her to immediately obtain critical home care and services through the Nursing Home Diversion program. Because of those services she was able to remain at home with her family for several years. Eventually, as her health declined, she moved into an Assisted Living facility, then Hospice care, and in early 2015 into a Nursing Home. We have worked with Mr. Jacoby and his knowledgeable staff since 2009. At each transition of care, David and his staff never failed to promptly assist us. Without their help we would have experienced many delays. Most recently, we experienced an issue which could have affected her care in the Nursing Home. Based on his contacts and experience this issue was resolved within twenty four hours. It has been a real pleasure working with Mr. Jacoby and his staff these past six years. I know I could not have done this without his help. He is a caring advocate for elder care.

Posted by Keith | December 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Excellent Service

I recently worked with David and his staff. Through their diligent work we were able to place my wife in long-term care where she peacefully spent the last 6 months of her life. Without their services we would not have been able to accomplish this feat. The team is extremely professional, caring a...bout all personal issues, and very supportive throughout the whole process. Their follow-up and continuing services have been very beneficial throughout the process. I thank them for their assistance and would gladly recommend them to others.

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David Howard Jacoby's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alec Prentice

Guardianship lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Jacoby and I were recently on opposite sides of a contested guardianship case. He worked extraordinarily hard for his client and advocated zealously for her -- all the while being extremely proficient in Guardianship Theory & Litigation. At the same time, he was very professional and courteous toward me whilst we were advocating opposing positions....I highly endorse this attorney."

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Gregory Gay

Elder law lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney David Jacoby is an excellent attorney in the Tampa, Florida, area. David understands the unique needs of the seniors and their families needing long term care assistance and has significant experience helping them find the solutions they need."

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Valeta Cameron

Elder law lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I highly recommend David Jacoby. He is extremely knowledgeable about complex elder law issues and medicaid planning. He is very hard-working and provides excellent representation for his clients. I have known David for more than ten years and he is a great mentor and colleague."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Exceptional Pro Bono Service Award, Florida Pro Bono Coordinators Association

2007

Outstanding Service Award, The Brevard Center

2007

Sponsor Appreciation Award, The Star Center

2006

Exceptional Pro Bono Service Award, Florida Pro Bono Coordinators Association

2004

Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Brevard Legal Aid

2001

Award of Appriciation, Queen Of Hearts Foundation

Work Experience

1990 - Present

President, David H. Jacoby Elder Law Advocate, P.A.

2005 - 2015

Licensed Agent, Real Estate

2000 - 2005

Board of Directors, Carriage Gate Homeowners Association

2000 - 2015

Life Health and Annuity Plans, Licensed Insurance Agent

1998 - 2001

Board of Directors, Brevard County Jewish Community School

1993 - 2000

Board of Directors, Sea Pines

1991 - 1994

Adjunct Professor, Barry University School Of Law

Associations

2000 - Present

Brevard County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Brevard Legal Aid

1989 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1989 - Present

Florida Bar, Elder Law Section

1989 - Present

Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Florida State Guardianship Association

1989 - 2000

Federal Bar Association (Middle District of Florida)

Member

Education

1989

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Senior Day with the Manatees 6/3/2015 Medicaid and Elder Law

2015

Introduction to Long Term Managed Care Medicaid

Publications

2009

The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Committee and the Elder Law Section Elder Law Certification Review Course : Advanced Level II

2008

The Florida Bar Continuing Education Committee and the Elder Law Section 12th Annual Public Benefits Seminar

Languages

English

Activity

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