Kevin Pillion

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Kevin Pillion

also known as Life Planning Law Firm, PA

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Elder law Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate ... +4 more

(Sarasota Office), 1671 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL

About Kevin

Biography

Peace of Mind Begins with a Plan. our Elder law legal services guides seniors and their families through long-term care planning, Medicaid benefits, Estate planning, and Probate with compassion and experience.

Need Medicaid or VA Benefits Planning? Or help in finding and paying for an ALF or Nursing Home?

We prepare Trusts, Wills, Power of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorneys, and Deeds.

We help families handle the legal process known as probate, after a loved one passes.

we prepare Florida Medicaid applications, Qualified Income Trusts, Annual Renewals, and provide legal advice on asset protection.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Elder Law 20%

elder law attorney, long term care planning, Medicaid planning, nursing home planning, life care planning, incapacity planning, special needs planning, asset protection, dementia, memory care facility, assisted living facility, guardianship

35 years

20%
Estate Planning 20%

estate planning attorney, help with estate planning, create a will, set up a trust, avoid probate in Florida, protect assets from nursing ho me costs, update my estate plan

35 years

20%
Probate 20%

Florida Probate, formal administration, summary administration, letters of administration, avoiding probate, estate administration, letters testamentary, personal representative, executor

35 years

20%
Trusts 15%

trusts, living trusts, revocable living trust, irrevocable trust, special needs trusts, trust planning, trust administration, family trust planning, asset protection, trust accounting

35 years

15%
Medicaid and Medicare 10%

Florida Medicaid, Nursing Home Medicaid, ICP, HCBS, qualified income trusts, personal care contracts, asset protection, Medicare

35 years

10%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

wills and trusts, wills, trusts, living trust, revocable living trust, irrevocable trust, last will and testament, special needs trusts, trust planning, trust administration, family trust planning

35 years

10%
Power of Attorney 5%

Power of attorney attorney, legal power of attorney, durable financial power of attorney, health care power of attorney, advance directives, power of attorney agent, asset management, difference between medical and financial power of attorney

35 years

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2010

Surrendered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1990

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Life Planning Law Firm, P.A.

(Sarasota Office), 1671 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL, 34236

LifeLawFirm.com

Life Planning Law Firm, P.A.

(North Port Office), 14375 Tamiami Trail, North Port, FL, 34287

LifeLawFirm.com

Online Presence

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Kevin Pillion's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

78 Client Reviews

Showing 41 - 45 of 78 reviews

Posted by Linda | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare

Best choice of a lawyer EVER!

Mr. Pillion and his team made it possible for me to obtain Medicaid for my husband who was admitted to a nursing home. He and his team were very methodical and knew what documents were required to facilitate getting my husband on Medicaid. To me, it seemed like a very complicated process, but he and ...his team were able to guide me through the maze and we got the job done. Mr. Pillion also wrote a new will and trust document for me, upon my request, and covered all aspects very carefully. I can't say enough nice things about my experience at the law office. Mr Pillion and his team, Shannon Feinroth (paralegal) and Catherine Csaky (client care advocate) turned a very difficult situation for me into something absolutely doable. I felt cared for by professional, compassionate people and would recommend this law firm to anyone who finds themselves in a situation such as mine.

Posted by Mike | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Michael R. Lepore

We had to go through the entire gamut of Elder issues and eventually end of life matters for my brother, Vito. First Kevin himself handled the legal requirements, assigned his ALF/Nursing home specialists, Catherine. She was tremendous in helping us make a decision along with accompanying costs, ...etc, while his excellent staff person, Shannon, applied for VA benefits and got us started with Medicaid issues. His firm gave us and Vito the best transition we could make until my brother passed away in May 2016. Kudos to Kevin's firm and will use them again for myself and others. Mike {redacted}

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Kevin Pillion's company advertisment states "Peace of Mind Begins with a Plan," and that is exactly what Kevin will give you!!

Having two aging parents with Dementia and with my Mom having a stroke that led to her placement in a Long Term Care Facility, I met Kevin for the first time for a free consultation. I told Kevin I had taken care of what I thought was all the necessary paperwork for my parents. I never thought eith...er of my parents would end up in a Long Term Care Facility. He mapped out a plan and showed me what was necessary to do at this time. He and his staff put me at ease and were very helpful and supportive.Then when my Dad passed, I returned to Kevin once again and this time hired him to help out with this next stage in my Parent's life.Now with my Dad gone and his Pension and Health benefits completely stopped for my Mom, I needed a plan for my Mom's future care. At the time of my Mom's stroke the Doctors had given my Mom a six month survival rate and had Hospice come and work with her at the Long Term Facility. It was now two years after my Mom's stroke and the savings were going down from the cost of the Long Term Care and were not going to last much longer.I needed Kevin's help on helping me apply for Medicaid for my Mom. Kevin and his assistant Shannon Feinroth, kept me calm and led me through the long and tedious process. It was because of Kevin and his professional team and their expertise, that my Mom was approved for Medicaid. I would highly recommend using this law firm and would go back again if I needed help in the future!!!

Posted by Ralph M. | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Excellence in Sercice

I have been in the legal field for over 25 years. I can honestly say that Mr. Pillion and his staff provided excellent, timely and professional service to my family and I. I would recommend his service to both friends and family. In fact I have already made contact with his office to represent me aga...in.

Posted by Brandon | June 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Outstanding Professional

It was fate that I met Kevin Pillion and his team. Prior to my personal use of his services, Kevin and I had a great working relationship with mutual clients as it pertained to their life care planning. He is thorough and always puts the client first in every situation. He has a unique way of making ...a morbid discussion lite and interesting. He brings to light the what if scenarios that make you think on a deeper level. He takes a singular focus with each individual to understand them and make clear what is most important for them to protect. He identifies flaws in previously drafted estate plans and how to mitigate them and protect you and your family. 3 months after meeting Kevin and working on several cases with mutual clients. I went to him for my own personal estate planning and my father's estate planning. After meeting with my father and I he recognized that there was no adequate documents in place for my father to protect him in the event of a serious health crisis especially due to his poor health condition. Two months later after Kevin had completed his documents my father suffered a PE and went into the hospital completely brain dead hooked up to machines that artificially prolonged his life, something my father did not want. When I arrived to the hospital with the plan Kevin prepared, the doctor said to me "this is the most extensive and explicit document she has ever seen. Who is the attorney that prepared this? I would like to meet him!" At that point I was able to make the necessary decisions to follow his wishes. To this day my father could have still been hooked up to those machines had Kevin not helped us. Kevin and his team made it easier for me to cope with my father's passing and worked with me throughout his estate proceeding. I would recommend his practice to anyone in need of life care planning. He does it because he truly cares.

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Kevin Pillion's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Haenel

Elder law lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This attorney knows how to properly plan for long-term care and how to plan our clients estates so they can preserve their assets. His firm is also skilled at helping people qualify for public benefits such as Medicaid and Veterans benefits."

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David Goldman

Probate lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keven has demonstrated his knowledge of Florida Probate by his thoughtful and complete answers on AVVO. If you are looking for a probate attorney in his area, you might consider talking with him about your situation."

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Stephen Unsworth

Probate lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Hammond

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Kevin through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and have worked with him on a number of matters. He is committed to excellence and working for the benefit of his clients. I have no hesitation in endorsing him for estate planning and related matters."

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Ronald Fatoullah

Elder law lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel DeBruyckere

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Pillion has been a reliable and valuable resource."

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Christopher Morrison

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Kevin over the past two years. I have found Kevin to be very knowledgeable and professional. He puts the needs of his clients foremost in his practice."

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Gary Garland

Elder law lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of getting to know Kevin over the years at several national continuing educational conferences. Kevin is one of the few attorneys who will leave the comfort of his office (or State!) to incur the costs and time commitment to travel to learn techniques to better serve his clients. Kevin has demonstrated mastery of Elder Law and Life Care Planning, and has demonstrated his commitment to excellence - with his knowledge, and perhaps most importantly, his commitment to his clients. I am proud to call Kevin and peer and friend, and he is a true credit to the legal community."

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Amelia Crotwell

Elder law lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kevin for two years. He is knowledgeable and caring. He knows how to help you plan for and find the care you need."

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Edward Brunicardi

Elder law lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Biddinger

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."

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David Rosen

Elder law lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin started his career as a CPA which gives him an excellent background in maximizing his client's tax savings. If you are in the Florida area - contact Kevin, he often offers a free consultation."

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Sammid Mansoor

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kevin and and I attended the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Boot Camp and Education Summit together and he has a tremendous grasp of legal concepts, can easily relate scenarios to issues and create equitable solutions for clients. He is a valuable tool for anyone looking to create a comprehensive wealth plan."

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Daniel DeBruyckere

Estate planning lawyer

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Kellen Bryant

Elder law lawyer

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Edward Brunicardi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gary Garland

Elder law lawyer

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John McGuire

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Ronald Fatoullah

Elder law lawyer

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Catherine Hammond

Estate planning lawyer

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Anthony Minko

Estate planning lawyer

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Brian Donnelly

Probate lawyer

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Amelia Crotwell

Elder law lawyer

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David Rosen

Estate planning lawyer

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Sammid Mansoor

Estate planning lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation

2015

Top Attorney - Elder Law, Avvo

2015

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Top Attorney - Elder Law, Avvo

2014

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Attorney, Life Planning Law Firm, P.A.

1995 - 2009

Private Practice, Kevin Pillion, Attorney At Law

1990 - 1995

Attorney, Securities and Exchange Commission

1988 - 1990

CPA, Private practice

Associations

2019 - Present

National Elder Law Foundation

Member

2011 - Present

Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2011 - Present

Life Care Planning Law Firms Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

2010 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2010 - Present

CPA Elder Planning & Support Services

Member

2009 - Present

Florida Bar, Elder Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

Veterans Administration

Accredited Attorney

2008 - Present

Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Member

1992 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

VA Benefits

Client qualified for VA Aid and Attendance

Florida Medicaid ICP

APPROVAL

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Education

1990

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Accounting

Speaking Engagements

2012

27th Annual Accounting Show

Elder Planning

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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