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Joseph Stuart Karp
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Biography
My goal is to help clients achieve peace of mind. With offices in Boynton Beach, Palm Beach Gardens and Port St. Lucie, I assist South Florida residents and families in the areas of Elder Law; Securing Medicaid benefits and Veterans benefits to help cover nursing home, assisted living, and home care expenses; Estate Planning; Probate; Trusts and Wills; Asset Preservation, Trust Administration; Powers of Attorney; Disability Planning; and Tax Planning. Clients rely on The Karp Law Firm for help with some of life's most important decisions. It is an honor to be entrusted with this responsibility, and we treat every client with the same compassion and respect we want for ourselves and our own families. Please call for a consultation.
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Licensed in Florida for 48 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 50 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Location
The Karp Law Firm, P.A.
2875 PGA. Blvd, Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410-2910
The Karp Law Firm, P.A.
2500 Quantum Lakes Drive, Suite 203, Boynton Beach, FL, 33426
The Karp Law Firm, P.A.
1100 SW St Lucie West Blvd., Suite 102, Port St. Lucie, FL, 34986
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Posted by Cynthia Abraham | June 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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A Beacon of Professionalism
Navigating legal matters related to estate planning and long-term care can be incredibly overwhelming especially when caring for loved ones with serious medical conditions. As the only daughter of a paralyzed father and a disabled mother, I felt an enormous responsibility to ensure their future was p...
Posted by Balvir | July 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Impressive
Mr Karp is a true professional; knowledgable, courteous, responsive and friendly.
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Will and Trust
Thank you Mr. Karp. Your help and advice was very valuable. You answered all my questions and even some I didn't know I needed to ask. You and your staff are very professional, quick to respond to all my questions, and I love how organized my paperwork is. I am now relaxed and comfortable, thanks to ...
Posted by Elzbieta L. | November 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate planning
I am very satisfied that I hired Mr Joseph Karp as my estate attorney. I’ve found his law firm through the Google, after moving from Illinois to Florida. Joseph Karp was able to answer all my questions and he is very professional. Everyone in his office is welcoming and friendly. I will recommend The...
Posted by Wayne | August 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Attorney
Attorney Karp and his staff was very thoughtful and professional. Very knowledgeable in his field. He explained thoroughly the options available to help us select the best one that fits our needs.
Joseph Stuart Karp's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse this lawyer. He is intelligent, honest and ethical!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Absolutely! I have known Joe for 35 years or more. He is an outstanding attorney and a good person. A client would be fortunate to have him as his or her attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I refer all my Florida cases to him He and his staff handle these cases with efficiency and compassion. He a pleasure to work with,."
"I have known Joe Karp for over 6 years. In that time, we have had an opportunity to work together as I send him my Florida-related matters and he works with me on NJ-based issues. Without reservation, Joe and his team are the best elder law and estate planning attorneys in Florida. Joe really cares about his clients and their families, and there is no one better to help you with your needs in this area. If you're researching FL elder law or estate planning attorneys, stop. You've found the best - hire him immediately."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have been fortunate to know Joseph for many years through the American Association of Trust, Estate and Elder Law Attorneys. He has unfailingly been an excellent resource to me and our group, and I encourage anyone in the South Florida with an interest in estate planning to visit Mr. Karp (or his very informative blog!)."
"Its a pleasure to endorse Joe Karp. He is both a outstanding professional and has outstanding interpersonal skills. Clients enjoy his engaging personality and his ability to make legal solutions understandable. He is an excellent choice when choosing an attorney to handle estate planning, long-term care issues, Medicaid, VA benefits for the aged wartime veteran, and estate administration/probate"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Karp is the most singularly outstanding elder law attorney in the state of Florida. I have personally and professionally known Joe for 28 years. He is the consummate professional. I have referred many clients to him and will continue to do so. Joe is a great asset to our community and to his clients. Whether the matter is big or small Joe will give it his attention and will be able to offer a solution. His staff is absolutely incredible. Joe Karp is definitely a 10 out of 10."
"It is a pleasure to have an opportunity to endorse Attorney Karp. I have worked with Joe on several matters and referred him many clients and they have always been happy with his work. Joe is one of the most knowledgeable and creative elder law attorneys with whom I have ever worked. In fact, I have incorporated many of his ideas into my own elder law practice to improve my legal service to my own clients. I would give Attorney Karp an unqualified recommendation to any person fortunate enough to have him as their attorney"
"Joe Karp is an outstanding elder law and estate planning attorney. I highly endorse him."
"I have know Joseph Karp for over ten years. We have worked together in the American Association of Trust, Estate and Elder Law Attorneys. He is the past president of this group and a current board member. He has helped a number of my Idaho clients with Florida legal issues. He is generous with his expertise and cares about his clients. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Joe is the best estate planning attorney I know in South Florida."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2019
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2019
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2019
SuperLawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2017
Legal Elite, Florida Trend
2016
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2016
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2015
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2014
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2013
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2012
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale Hubbell
2011
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2008
Lifetime Legacy Fellow, American Red Cross
1998
Certified Elder Law Attorney, Florida Bar
1997
Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation
1995
Award for Meritorious Service to the Public, Florida Bar
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Founder, The Karp Law Firm, P.A.
1982 - 1989
Partner, Bernstein, Narkier, Monchick & Karp
Associations
2012 - Present
Florida Supreme CourtFlorida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator
2012 - Present
The Florida BarAlternative Dispute Resolution Section
2010 - Present
U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsV.A. Accredited Attorney
2004 - Present
American Association Trust, Estate Planning & Elder Law AttorneysPast President, Charter Member
1977 - Present
Florida BarMember
1974 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Florida chapter)
Member
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
Member
Palm Beach County Bar Association
Member
Alzheimer's Association, Southeast Florida Chapter
Board Member, Former Vice-Chair
2009 - 2010
Florida Bar, Elder Law SectionChairman, Financial Products Committee
2008 - 2010
Florida Bar, Grievance Committe E Palm Beach CountyMember
Education
1974
Brooklyn Law School
law
Speaking Engagements
2019
Vietnam Veterans of America
Estate Planning & Elder Law
2019
Pan Hellenic Society
Advance Directives
2019
Korean Water Veterans
Estate Planning & Elder Law
2019
Ibis Lawyers Club
SECURE Act and tax strategies
2018
Military Officers Association of America - PB County Chapter
Long-Term Care Planning
2018
Investment Club Meeting
Lady Bird Deeds, Trusts, Taxes and Florida Residency Requirements
2017
Senior Academy
Life Planning & Estate Planning For Floridians
2017
45th Annual Meeting
Life Planning & Estate Planning for Floridians
2016
Quest for Knowledge
New Federal and Florida Laws That Impact Seniors
2015
Traditions Homeowners Association, Port St. Lucie, FL
What to do when a loved one passes away
2015
Society of Former FBI Agents
Estate Planning
2015
Fearless Caregiver Conference
Elder Law
2015
Brooklyn College Club
Estate Planning
2014
AARP Meeting - Kings Isle, FL
Estate Planning
2013
Early Stage Alzheimer's - Alzheimer's Association
Estate Planning for Alzheimers Patients
2012
US Submarine Veterans meeting
V.A. Benefits
2012
Retired Public Employees Association of New York
Changes in FL Law 2012 and 2013
2012
Jewish War Veterans
V.A. Benefits
2012
FL Association of Women Lawyers
Legal Updates
2012
Alzheimer's Assoc. Support Group
Legal Issues relating to early stage Alzheimer's Disease
2011
Rotary Club Royal Palm Beach
Medicaid Reform
2011
Alzheimer's Alliance Educational Conference
V.A. Benefits for Long-Term Care
2010
Natl Assoc. of Retired Federal Employees
Estate Planning & Elder Law
2010
Florida Bar Elder Law Section
Financial Products for the Elderly
2010
Florida Bar - Family Law Certification Course
Elder Law
2009
St Marys Hospital Memory Disorder Center Caregiver Appreciation Event
Panelist
Publications
2005
Florida Bar Journal
Poor on Paper: An Overview of the Ethics and Morality of Medicaid Planning
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Personal Service Contracts Can Avoid Jeopardizing Florida Medicaid Eligibility
01 Jun 2015
Legal Guide
Florida Power of Attorney Law Changes Effective Oct. 1, 2011
22 Sep 2011
Legal Guide
Nursing Home Admission Agreement: To Sign or Not to Sign?
20 Jan 2011