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  • Parma Heights, OH
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Paul J. Stano
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About Paul

30+ yeas of helping Ohio seniors save half of their assets, get Medicaid or VA benefits.

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.

 

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Practice areas

Estate planningElder law
  1. Elder law: 70%

    27 years, 4,000 cases

  2. Estate planning: 30%

    37 years, 5,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 199305/25/2021
PARetired199005/08/2021
OHActive198104/18/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Sustaining MemberBar Association of Ohio2011
Accredited Attorney/Veterans Benefit InstituteDepartment of Veterans Affairs2008
Marcom Gold Winner for Best BookMarcom2007
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalStano Law Firm1981 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Catholic Lawyers GuildN/A2010 - Present
WealthCounselMember2008 - Present
National Organization of Veterans' AdvocatesN/A2007 - Present
Veterans Benefit InstituteN/A2007 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysN/A1995 - Present
Cleveland Bar Associationmember1984 - Present
Parma Bar Associationmember1984 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember1983 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
BookYou're Not Alone: Living with Alzheimer's Disease2019
BookYou're Not Alone: Living as an Alzheimer's Caregiver2019
BookProtect Your Family! What You Really Need To Know for the Second Half of Life2015
BookDon’t Go Broke in a Nursing Home!2015
BookAsset Protection for Senior Wealth Builders2015
BookProtect Your Family!:We've Cracked the Code on Long-Term Care2012
BookProtect Your Family! Don’t Write a Blank Check to the Nursing Home (second edition)2012
ArticleHow to Communicate With Your Loved One Suffering From Alzheimer's2010
eCourseWhat if You Don't Die2010
GuideStretch Your Dollars When Paying for Nursing Home Care2009
GuideNuts and Bolts Guide to VA Benefits2009
BookAlzheimer's Survival Guide: 7 Steps to Peace of Mind2007
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1981
Bowling Green State UniversityB.A1978
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Stano Senior Resource Center Seminar SeriesHow to Protect Your Assets Under VA Benefit Programs and the New Medicaid Changes...and What to Do Now2011
Parma Bar Association CLE Luncheon10 Stumbling Blocks to Avoid in Elder Law2010
Parma Bar AssociationHow the OBAMA Health Care Plan will affect the seniors2010
Social Workers CE ClassStumbling Blocks Facing Social Workers and Administrators2010
Social Workers CE ClassGovernment Benefits for Senior Americans2010
Medina County Senior LuncheonMedicaid and Veterans Benefits2010

Reviews

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Stano Law Got Me The Results I was After -

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My parents who lived out of state were dealing with a big dilemma around their estate and elder care planning. They had worked for decades, saved as much as they could so that they would not be a burden on their children and so that they would be prepared for any challenges that came up (such as needing nursing home care). I felt completely unprepared for this and had no idea how I could help my parents deal with this. Another concern I had was getting the information and education I needed knowing that I would NOT be able to hire a local attorney- since my parents are in another state. I was so impressed! I got an appointment the week I called and Paul took nearly an hour to ask me questions so that he would have a good understanding of what my parents' goals might be. I learned so much more than I can even share in this short space. I can only tell you that he was extremely caring and generous with his time and information. Not only that, but he referred me to a colleague in the state where my parents lived! I feel like I have a real advocate in Paul and his team at the Stano Law firm and I would highly recommend them to anyone who is seeking answers and results in this very confusing and overwhelming space. Two things he told me that I will never forget and that I will pass on to you -- 1. When you're out of money, then you're out of options -- so you never want to be of either. 2. There is a law for the informed and a law for the uninformed -- you definitely want to be INFORMED. Paul and his team will help you achieve your elder and life care goals. He did for me and my family. When it's my turn (and that won't be long) I'll be coming to Stano Law.
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One of the best

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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
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Paul Stano Helped Me Keep My Husband in Our Preferred Nursing Home

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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 Stano Law Firm office is so nice that I have already recommended people and will continue to tell others.  
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A Real Treasure

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“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 successfully accomplished. Paul then went to work on our behalf, explaining to me what was needed to be done. I’ve seen what happens when you don’t receive this kind of expert help and know of a situation where the home was lost to help pay for nursing home care. Thank God I found Paul by going to one of his free seminars. He made it possible for me to sleep well at night, knowing that my mother was well taken care of.”
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Paul Stano made a complex process simple while honoring my parent's wishes

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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 expenses for them if needed, and he remained their attorney for the rest of their lives. Paul was involved every step of the way drawing up wills and trusts for them, and then assisting with things like Medicaid and obtaining VA benefits. When both my parents required long-term care, Paul was a master at making sure these costs were covered, plus he was able to make sure there was some money left in their estate to be left to my sister and I, which my parents wanted very much to occur. The entire process was very complex. If you’re not careful, you can lose a lot of money paying for healthcare costs. You need someone by your side to help figure everything out, and to be able to successfully navigate through the process. Paul Stano was that man. He handled everything from A-Z and did it in expert fashion. It’s great to know he’ll be there for me when I need him again in the future.
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Great

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Paul and his staff are very on top of everything and very friendly and kind. He is top notch.

Could have been better

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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 -- and said the family would be perfect for a funny broadcast on YouTube or America's Home Videos. Utterly disrespectful and unprofessional given Mr. Stano's specialty in Elder law.
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Attorney endorsements

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John Peck, Elder law Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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.

Michelle Beneski

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.

Laurence Levinson, Elder law Attorney on Mar 20, 2013
Relationship: Friend

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.

Richard Hughes, Elder law Attorney on Jun 2, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

William Hammond, Elder law Attorney on Apr 29, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Rick Law, Elder law Attorney on Apr 26, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

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

Fredrick Niemann, Elder law Attorney on Apr 19, 2011
Relationship: Other

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.

William Siebers, Elder law Attorney on Apr 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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