Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
Paul J. Stano
About Paul
Biography
Today's seniors step into a healthcare and financial system that is infinately more complex than any other generation of Americans has ever experienced. I see it as my calling to help them get all the information that they need to set and adjust their financial and healthcare goals.
I concentrated in elder law nearly twenty years ago when I saw so many of my clients losing their life savings to nursing home care - all because they weren't aware of the benefits that were available to them such as Veterans Benefits for those who served during times of war.
As a second generation advocate for seniors, I have helped older Americans and their families design Estate and Life Care Plans that assure that loved ones are taken care of while saving as much of their hard-earned money as possible. I have taken a great deal of time and effort to pull together a team of people who share his passion for helping seniors. Each member of my team has a special talent or expertise that helps clients accomplish their goals.
Every family deserves the right to control what happens to them and to their estate. I see it as my duty and obligation to provide my community with information and education so that they can take advantage of every option that is available to them.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Elder Law
70%
32 years | 4,000 cases
Estate Planning
30%
42 years | 5,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 44 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
The Stano Law Firm
6650 Pearl Rd, Parma Heights, OH, 44130
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Paul J. Stano's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Cheryl | March 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Paul Stano Helped Me Keep My Husband in Our Preferred Nursing Home
My husband Allen is currently at Mt. Alverna and I wanted to make sure that he could stay there. The pandemic has made this such a stressful time as I’ve not been able to see my husband in about six months! Paul Stano and his staff were very helpful and got my husband on Medicaid. Everyone at the ...
Posted by Tommy | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
One of the best
He saved us a ton of money.If you don't hire him you are going to lose a lot of money.Paul did a great job
Posted by Pat Graf, Olmsted, OH | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A Real Treasure
“I’m so glad I found out about Paul Stano. He was very warm and kind to me, working to get Medicaid for my mother who was in a local nursing home. Paul was there for my mother and me. He was a very good listener, hearing what my mother’s situation was, and what was required to get things successfu...
Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Could have been better
Attorney Paul Stano is obviously well-versed and quite experienced. However I found him arrogant and smug. Our elderly family member was quite hard of hearing, and at one full-family meeting when we were frustrated with loud repetition and crosstalk, Mr. Stano laughed -- not with us but AT US -- an...
Posted by Bruce Keenan, Cleveland, OH | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Paul Stano made a complex process simple while honoring my parent's wishes
I’ve known Paul Stano for many years, and still use his services to this day. He’s helped my family and me in so many ways. He’s done living wills and estate planning for me. Then as my parents got up in years, I called upon Paul to help develop a game plan to help pay for future long-term care ex...
Paul J. Stano's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a true professional and is among the top estate planning and elder law attorneys in the stat of Ohio. He is am an among men and one of the first sources I would go to for advice on matters in his fields."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul for almost 10 years. He is an excellent elder law attorney who has helped many families in the community. If you need help protecting your families assets and creating a legacy Paul is the Attorney in Cleveland area that I would go too."
"I have known Paul Stano for over ten years and without hesitation would recommend him to anyone needing an elder law attorney. His knowledge is deep and he keeps up with the latest trends in the law."
"I have had the privilege of knowing Paul Stano for over five years. We belong to the same skills couching group and practice the same type of law known as "Elder Law." Anyone in the Cleveland area, or for that matter, northern Ohio, would be fortunate to have Paul accept their case. He is tops when it comes to protecting assets both during a nursing home crisis or in advance of a nursing home need when the waters are calm and there's time to plan for the future. One meeting with Paul and you'll know what I mean."
"I have known Paul Stano for more than a decade. He is a tireless advocate for his clients and he has dedicated his practice to serving seniors and their families. In the past, when I have come across difficult legal issues that require the input of an experienced and innovative legal mind I have asked Paul for input and guidance. I am always impressed by the breadth of his knowledge in the challenging area of elder law. If my own parents lived in the Cleveland area and had an elder law or Veterans benefits issue, Paul is the attorney I would turn to for help. Having practiced in the elder law area myself for the last 15 yeats I can think of no higher compliment. I give Paul Stano my unqualified endorsement."
"Over the years, Paul Stano has become a friend of mine. He has been at the forefront of elder law for nearly 20 years. When he speaks, it is obvious that he is passionate about helping and protecting seniors and their families. Not only is he an excellent attorney, he also listens and connects with his clients. He gets it! Paul's law firm team work together like a well engineered machine. Their attention to detail is a reflection of Paul's dedication to superlative service. Rick L Law, Law ElderLaw, LLP, Chicago metro"
"I endorse this lawyer.Paul has been a well known elderlaw attorney for many years.He reguarly attends advanced courses in the practice area throughout the country.As an elder law attorney in NJ I consult with Paul on unique national issues affecting our aging population.Paul would be a great fit for persons seeking an experienced elder law attorney."
"Paul and his team are on the cutting edge of the constantly changing practice of Elder Law. Paul is a vigorous advocate on behalf of his elderly and frail clients. Lawyers from around the country look to Paul for guidance on how to effectively represent seniors and those who love them. I highly recommend Paul and his team. Bill Siebers"
Timothy Jarvis
Elder law lawyer
Yale Hauptman
Elder law lawyer
William Hammond
Elder law lawyer
Richard Habiger
Elder law lawyer
Richard Hughes
Elder law lawyer
Rick Law
Elder law lawyer
Julieanne Steinbacher
Elder law lawyer
William Siebers
Elder law lawyer
Fredrick Niemann
Elder law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Sustaining Member, Bar Association of Ohio
2008
Accredited Attorney/Veterans Benefit Institute, Department of Veterans Affairs
2007
Marcom Gold Winner for Best Book, Marcom
Work Experience
1981 - Present
Principal, Stano Law Firm
Associations
2010 - Present
Catholic Lawyers Guild
2008 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2007 - Present
National Organization of Veterans' Advocates
2007 - Present
Veterans Benefit Institute
1995 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
1984 - Present
Cleveland Bar Associationmember
1984 - Present
Parma Bar Associationmember
1983 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
Education
1981
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Bowling Green State University
B.A
Speaking Engagements
2011
Stano Senior Resource Center Seminar Series
How to Protect Your Assets Under VA Benefit Programs and the New Medicaid Changes...and What to Do Now
2010
Social Workers CE Class
Government Benefits for Senior Americans
2010
Social Workers CE Class
Stumbling Blocks Facing Social Workers and Administrators
2010
Parma Bar Association CLE Luncheon
10 Stumbling Blocks to Avoid in Elder Law
2010
Parma Bar Association
How the OBAMA Health Care Plan will affect the seniors
2010
Medina County Senior Luncheon
Medicaid and Veterans Benefits
Publications
2015
Book
Protect Your Family! What You Really Need To Know for the Second Half of Life
2015
2015
Book
Asset Protection for Senior Wealth Builders
2010
eCourse
What if You Don't Die
2010
Article
How to Communicate With Your Loved One Suffering From Alzheimer's
2009
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides