$ 280-360 per hour
Richard A Courtney
About Richard
Biography
In 1979, I became the father of beautiful twin daughters. Melanie was challenged with cerebral palsy. I made the decision to become expert at public benefits and planning for persons with disabilities. Melanie has received benefits through three different Medicaid programs, the SSI program of Social Security, Social Security Disability income, Medicare medical and prescription drug coverage, and Vocational Rehabilitation services. Over twenty years ago, i transferred our experience and knowledge about planning, public benefits and caregiving issues to meeting the needs of older clients as they plan for and deal with the retirement and aging process.
I have associate attorneys who are very competent in these areas, and a professional staff to help meet the legal needs of our clients. Together, we strive to practice our firm Purpose Statement: Legal Solutions for Lifetime Health and Wealth for Older Adults, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Mississippi for 48 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 1978
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Location
Frascogna Courtney PLLC
4400 Old Canton Rd Ste 220, Jackson, MS, 39211-5982
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Posted by Jefferey | July 22, 2015 | Estate Planning
Professional Colleague
Rick is a colleague, where we have served together on the Board of Directors of the Special Needs Alliance. I have found Rick to be extremely knowledgeable in the special needs and estate planning areas, and find his personality well-suited to these practice areas. I wholeheartedly endorse Rick.
Richard A Courtney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am an attorney in Memphis, TN. When I had a question about Mississippi probate law I called Mr. Courtney. He was able to quickly answer my questions about how MS law affected the distribution of a wrongful death claim. He was very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. If you need an Probate or Estate attorney in Mississippi, I strongly recommend attorney Courtney."
Jefferey Yussman
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Best Lawyer - Elder Law, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Best Lawyer - Estate and Trust Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
SuperLawyer - Elder Law, Mid-South Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyer - Elder Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyer - Estate & Trust Law, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Fellow Award, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer - Elder Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer - Estate & Trust Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Lawyer Citizenship Award, Mississippi Bar Association
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1985 - Present
Partner, Frascogna Courtney, PLLC
1985 - 1987
Assistant Dean for Professional Services, Mississippi College School Of Law
1983 - 1985
Partner, Wells, Moore, Simmons & Stubblefield
1978 - 1983
Partner, Courtney & Courtney
Associations
2011 - Present
American College of Trust and Estate CounselFellow
2002 - Present
Special Needs AllianceDirector, Officer
1998 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Trusts and Special Needs Law SectionMember, Director
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section
Member
Mississippi Association for Justice
Member
2006 - 2008
Mississippi Bar, Estates and Trusts SectionMember, Former Chair
Education
1978
University of Mississippi School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
Mississippi College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
National Association of Social Workers 2018 Annual Conference
Planning and Decision-Making for Chronic Health Decline and End-of-Life
2018
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Advanced Elder Law Review Course
Special Needs Law and Counseling
2018
Chancery Judges Annual Conference
Guardianships and Conservatorships
2017
Mississippi Appellate Courts Legal Education Conference
Planning for Lifetime Health and Wealth
2017
2017 Estates & Trusts Section Annual Meeting
Recent Developments in Elder and Disability Law
2013
14th Annual Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease and Psychiatric Disorders in the Elderly
Updating Health Care Reform: Nailing Jell-O to a Tree
2012
North Mississippi Rural Legal Services Elder Law Conference
The Intersection of Special Needs Trusts and Public Benefits
2011
Social Work/Case Manager Continuing Education Series, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Incapacity, Conservatorship and Medicaid Update
Publications
2019
Guidebook
Essential Elder Law and Dementia Planning Guide
2019
Guidebook
Estate Planning Highlights
2019
Guidebook
Essential Planning Guide for Special Needs Children and Adults
2013
Mississippi Lawyer Magazine (Mississippi State Bar)
Planning Your Legacy
2005
Exceptional Parent Magazine
• Getting It All Together: Essential Legal and Financial Planning for Children with Special Needs
Languages
English