About Debbie

Biography

Practice Areas

Includes Elder Law, Probate, Wills, Advance Directives for health, powers of attorney, all kinds of trusts--revocable, irrevocable, special needs, asset protection, VA Pension, Medicaid and more, including creation and post death administration

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Elder Law 40%

This includes the VA Pension for long term care and many aspects of estate planning.

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Probate 10%

This is also included in estate planning.

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Cost

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 40 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1985

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Location

Bayer, Papay & Steiner Co., LPA

1755 Indian Wood Circle, Suite 300, Maumee, OH, 43537

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Debbie J. Papay's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

out of state phone consultation

out of state phone consultation resulted in an issue being resolved with another attorney. Ms. Papay's timely intervention was exactly what I needed.

Posted by anonymous | March 1, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

Helpful

Addressed my question in a timely manner, and answered my concerns, and offered a personal meeting to discuss further

Posted by Pam | October 2, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Lawyer

Debbie Papay led me through my mother's estate planning with patience and expertise. She helped me set up her funds so even though I am her last primary family member and she has dementia, I know that she would be well taken care of no matter what would happen in our future. It was an incredible lo...ad off of my shoulders. I would highly recommend her for your estate planning needs.

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Posted by Victoria | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Not your ordinary Trust attorney

Debbie Papay has gone over and above in helping us deal with an elderly mother with dementia. Her expertise in Trusts has allowed us to avoid litigation and ensure our parent is well taken care of.

Posted by Debby | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Client Review

Debbie Papay was a tremendous help to my husband and myself when we realized we needed help with wills, estate planning, etc. Debbie was referred to us by a family member and even though we live in Cleveland, Debbie was very helpful and made the process very easy. Debbie and her entire office were ...very kind and patient with us with all our questions. I would recommend Debbie to anyone.

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Debbie J. Papay's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Zigray

Probate lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Debbie on a probate litigation matter and consulted with her on additional cases. I have found her to be extremely knowledgeable and creative in her work."

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Daniel Zigray

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating: 7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Referral of the Year, BNI--Northwest Ohio

2001

Outstanding Alumni Award, Davis College

1992

1992 Alumni Award, Ohio Council of Private Colleges & Schools

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Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney accredited to represent applicants, Veterans Administration

1998 - Present

Attorney, Co-Owner, Bayer, Papay & Steiner Co., LPA

1989 - 1998

Attorney, Law Office of Debbie J. Papay

1988 - 1992

Attorney, City of Toledo Law Department

1985 - 1988

Attorney (Associate), Robison, Curphey & O'Connell, LLC

1974 - 1982

Legal Secretary / Paralegal prior to law school, Law Firms & City of Toledo Law Department

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Associations

2015 - Present

Elder Counsel

Member

2015 - Present

American Legion Auxiliary

Member

2013 - Present

Wealth Counsel

Member

2012 - Present

Veterans Advocates Group of America

Member

2010 - Present

NAELA, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2008 - Present

Northwest Ohio Gerontological Association

Member

2003 - Present

Lawyers With Purpose and predecessor MPS, Medicaid Practice Systems

Member

1985 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Toledo Bar Association

Member

1998 - 2013

National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

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Education

2005

Mercy College

Gerontology Certificate

1985

University of Toledo

JD, Magna Cum Laude

1982

Siena Heights University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude

1974

Davis College

Associate Degree, Summa Cum Laude

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Speaking Engagements

2016

Monthly Meeting, Society of Fin.Serv.Prof.

VA Benefit for Long Term Care

2015

Public Seminar

Don't Go Broke in the Nursing Home

2015

Adult Contin. Ed Classes, Two Semesters, Owens College

Estate & Disability Planning

2013

Monthly Meeting, Toledo Post 335

Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning

2013

Monthly Meeting, Sylvania Rotary

Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning

2013

Monthly Meeting, Boomers

Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning

2010

Continuing Legal Education for Attorneys, Toledo Bar Assoc.

VA Benefit for Long Term Care

2009

Annual Conference, Parish Nurse Assoc.

VA Benefit for Long Term Care

2008

Monthly meeting, NWO Funeral Directors Assoc

Review of estate planning laws affecting funeral directors

2007

Lunch and Learn, The Glendale

Estate Planning

2007

Davis College Commencement

Commencement Address

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Publications

2015

First Local Toledo Veterans Administration Invites Public Comment on Proposal to Limit Benefits for Elderly

2014

First Local Toledo Ohio Tax Issues for Married Couples: Adjult Children, Wake Up!

2014

First Local Toledo Our Seniors Just Dodged a Legislative Bullet

2014

First Local Toledo Lower Your Real Estate Taxes AND Your Water Bill!

2014

First Local Toledo Observation Stays in the Hospital: The Impact on Medicare Beneficiaries

2014

First Local Toledo New Burial Payment Procedure for Veterans' Families

2014

Mature Living Major "Change" Announced in Medicare Coverage For Long Term Care

2014

First Local Toledo "Oh, you don't need a trust!"

2014

Olive Grove Press, LLC BOOK: Paying for Long Term Care, Financial Help for Wartime Veterans: The VA Aid & Attendance Benefit

2013

First Local Toledo Mistaken Identity: Wills vs. Living Wills vs. Living Trusts

2013

First Local Toledo Estate Planning Woes on Gilligan's Island

2013

First Local Toledo Financial Help for Assisted Living or Long Term Care

2013

First Local Toledo Attention Grandparents and Parents: High School Graduate Alert!

2013

First Local Toledo Is an Equal Share Always Fair?

2013

First Local Toledo Reasons NOT to deed your house over to your children!

2013

First Local Toledo Lessons from George Washington's Last Will

2013

First Local Toledo Lessons from the Last Will of Harry Potter's Mentor

2013

First Local Toledo A Letter to Santa, from an Adult Child, and his Response

2013

Olive Grove Press, LLC BOOK: Lasting Love, How It's Found: True Tales as Told to Debbie J. Papay, Attorney

2012

Olive Grove Press BOOK: Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning and Elder Law: Lessons From Prime Time TV

2011

Mature Living Trick and Tips of the Wealthy Can Benefit Middle Class Ohioans

2011

Mature Living Veterans Pension: Long Term Care Costs an Overlooked Part of Estate Planning

2011

Mature Living Homeowners Alert: The Certified Deed Scam is Making the Rounds Again!

2011

Maumee Mirror ARTICLE: Accredited Attorneys Can Help Veterans, Families Obtain Benefits They've Earned

2006

Maumee Mirror The $20,000 Mistake for Middle Class Families

2005

Toledo REALTOR Lucas County Tax Prorations

2004

Quantum Press (Contributor) BOOK: Love Money Control, Reinventing Estate Planning

2002

Quantum Press (Contributor) BOOK: Strictly Business, Planning Strategies for Privately Owned Businesses

1984

University of Toledo Law Review LAW REVIEW ARTICLE: Plagiarism in Legal Scholarship

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Languages

English

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