Board Certified Expert in Elder Law, specializing in Medicaid, Probate, Estate Planning and VA.Board Certified Attorney with over 13 years of experience assisting seniors and those who love them.
Fortunate to have grown up next door to his grandparents, Jason is from Pendleton, New York, a small rural town that is a half hour drive from Buffalo and Niagara Falls.
He earned his earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science while attending the Honors Program at Niagara University and was the recipient of the Sertoma Award for academic excellence. Minoring in Spanish, Jason was blessed with the life changing opportunity to live with a Spanish family in Seville, Spain while studying abroad for a semester.
Upon graduation, Jason ran for political office and worked to save money to attend law school in Nashville, Tennessee at Vanderbilt University. After graduating in 2003, Jason relocated to Florida to begin his law career with G. Penfield Jennings, P.A. in Dunedin. In late 2004, Jason accepted a position with Weaver and McClendon, P.A. in Lake Wales. Having never visited Lake Wales, Jason grew an instant affection for the community and its small town charm. After a short time with the firm, partners Jim Weaver and Jay McClendon supported Jason in developing their elder law practice and Jason became a partner in 2007 with the new entity Weaver, McClendon & Penrod, LLP.
In early 2013, Jason opened the Family Elder Law Firm, P.A. with his firm’s mission to provide quality legal services in a compassionate and comforting manner to the needs of the elderly, those with special needs and to their respective families.
With his business partner and lifelong friend, Dennis Scovazzo, the two have expanded their business endeavors recently by cofounding Family Financial Services and J&D Properties.
Jason and his wife, Monica, are blessed with two beautiful children, Isabella and Alexander.
Practice areas
I enjoy helping families with the many issues, such as long-term care decisions, that confront us as we age.
19 years
Our goal is not to impress you with legal terms and techniques but rather to listen to what your issues are, determine what you would like to try and accomplish, and then sensitively and patiently assist you and your family with an actionable plan that will provide the appropriate solutions to accomplish your goals.
19 years
At Family Elder Law, we understand that you work and invest your entire life to ensure a financial peace of mind. We know that you wish to protect your valued assets to allow you to enjoy your retirement years and allow your family to seamlessly enjoy your legacy in the future. Please join us at a our lunch and learn regarding asset protection.
19 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Family Elder Law
1102 S. Florida Ave.
Lakeland, FL, 33803
Family Elder Law
122 E Tillman Ave
Lake Wales, FL, 33898
Family Elder Law
245 US Hwy. 27 N
Sebring, FL, 33870
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2003 | 06/01/2022 |
Legal answers | 209 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Board Certified - Elder Law | Florida Bar | 2016 |
Certified Elder Law Attorney Designation | National Elder Law Foundation | 2016 |
Community Leadership Award | Lake Wales Area Chamber of Commerce | 2011 |
Rotarian of The Year Award | Lake Wales Rotary Club | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Board Certified Expert in Elder Law | Family Elder Law | 2016 - Present |
Attorney - Owner | Family Elder Law | 2013 - Present |
Attorney | Weaver, McClendon & Penrod, LLP | 2004 - 2013 |
Attorney | G. Penfield Jennings, PA | 2003 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Bar | Board Certification in Elder Law | 2016 - Present |
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys group | Member | 2006 - Present |
Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys | Member | 2006 - Present |
Florida Bar, Florida Elder Law Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
FL Bar Elder Law Section Fundamentals Seminar | Co-chair | 2006 - 2007 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Elder Law Advocate | "QIT Success Without Guardianship" | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Vanderbilt University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Niagara University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1999 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Lecture | October Domestic Violence Awareness Month | 2016 |
Lake Wales Hospital Senior Circle | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2016 |
NAFIA Imperial Lunch | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2016 |
Lake Wales Lions Club International | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2016 |
AAUW @ Water's Edge | 10 Ways To Be Independent & Protect Your Assets As You Age | 2016 |
Think About It! | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2016 |
Lake Wales Rotary Club | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2016 |
Family Elder Law Luncheon @ The Care Center | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2015 |
Bok Tower Gardens | General Esp and Family Asset Protection Report | 2015 |
NBI Elder Law & Medicaid Planning | Medicaid Post-Eligibility Issues | 2015 |
Heartland Unit of National Association Social Workers Florida Chapter @ Warner University | Elder Exploitation | 2015 |
Polk County FALA Chapter | Elder Law & How to Be Prepared | 2015 |
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Charles Ouellette, Unknown Attorney on Oct 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason has been an asset to our community through the various leadership roles he has taken on in The Chamber, Rotary, and many other organizations. The clients I have referred have been pleased and grateful that I pointed them in his direction.
Amy Phillips, Elder law Attorney on Jun 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am happy to endorse Jason. I have known Jason since 2011, and after focusing on the same areas of law in a nearby community for more than four years, I can truly say he is one of our local experts! Jason and his office staff have a wealth of knowledge and experience with even the most complex Medicaid or VA benefits qualification cases. I highly recommend Jason and Family Elder Law for any elder law needs.
Charles Ouellette, Unknown Attorney on Oct 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason has been an asset to our community through the various leadership roles he has taken on in The Chamber, Rotary, and many other organizations. The clients I have referred have been pleased and grateful that I pointed them in his direction.
Amy Phillips, Elder law Attorney on Jun 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am happy to endorse Jason. I have known Jason since 2011, and after focusing on the same areas of law in a nearby community for more than four years, I can truly say he is one of our local experts! Jason and his office staff have a wealth of knowledge and experience with even the most complex Medicaid or VA benefits qualification cases. I highly recommend Jason and Family Elder Law for any elder law needs.
Cynthia Rignanese, Elder law Attorney on Oct 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is truly what a client seeking medicaid advice should seek - knowledgeable, professional yet personable. The fact that he focuses his practice solely in the medicaid field makes him the expert in applications, eligibility and qualifying for medicaid. I only send my medicaid referrals to Jason.
Jason Jenkins, Elder law Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney. He is the one I call myself when I need a second opinion on a client's elder law issue. I strongly recommend anyone in need of an elder law attorney to call Jason.
Rachel Colon, Elder law Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a dedicated attorney whom I have had the pleasure of knowing through a professional association. He is quickly becoming a recognized leader in his field and stays up to speed on the most current legal strategies. Jason inspires me with his energy, intellect and insight and his admirable dedication to his own family. I would recommend him without hesitation.
Ronald Morton, Elder law Attorney on Dec 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Jason collaboratively over the past two years and enthusiastically endorse him. Jason is an excellent lawyer with a strong knowledge and commitment to the elder law and estate planning practice, as demonstrated by his active membership in several national organizations in the field.
Steven Riley, Elder law Attorney on Aug 21, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jason is a highly skilled elder law and estate planning attorney. He is dedicated to serving his clients and their families. He is forward-thinking, innovative and a respected leader in his market. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.
Marcie Johnson, Elder law Attorney on Jan 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jason and I are members of several professional organizations together. Jason's understanding of the complexities surrounding Medicaid and Elder Law benefits is very impressive. I would not hesitate sending any of my clients to Jason for his services.
William Erhart, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 23, 2012
Relationship: Other
Jason and I belong to several professional organizations together. He is very knowledgeable and a strong advocate for his clients. He is the most serious and intellectual attorney I know who is state of the art in all matters.
Ana Veliz, Elder law Attorney on Oct 19, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Jason is a well trained, compassionate lawyer that sincerely cares about his clients!
H. Bobotek, Elder law Attorney on Oct 19, 2012
Relationship: Friend
Jason and his team of assistants are incredibly caring and competetent professionals at protecting seniors in Florida from losing their homes and savings to the high costs of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. If my parents lived in central Florida, Jason is the one I'd send them to for help.