$ 250-250 per hour
also known as Ben deForest, Benjamin B deForest, LLC
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I STRIVE TO RETURN MESSAGES THE SAME DAY IF POSSIBLE.
I AM AVAILABLE TO MEET WITH FAMILY AT NURSING HOME OR RESIDENCE. SERVING STARK, SUMMIT, PORTAGE, and MEDINA COUNTIES.
I have been in practice over 37 years with the last 27 years focused in the area of Elder Law, seeking to assist families with the sometimes daunting questions about Nursing Home Admissions and how to pay for care while also protecting as much of the family nest egg as possible.
Proper planning can require execution of the right legal documents, structuring assets, making gifts to ultimately benefit the children or other heirs, assisting in finding a proper Nursing Home, maximizing the assets and lifestyle of the "well" spouse at home, protecting assets from Medicaid Estate Recovery after Medicaid is achieved and planning for other end of life issues.
It is almost always better to plan early but it is also NEVER too late to plan even if the individual is about to enter the Facility or has ALREADY entered the facility. Generally speaking at least somewhere around 60% to 70% or more of the "Over-Resourced" amount can be protected, if not more, through the right techniques.
It is a rewarding area to guide families through the maze of Medicaid and to protect as much of their hard earned wealth as possible.
I am able to meet family at the Nursing Facility, Assisted Living Facility or the family residence. Or if the Children wish to meet with me privately first to discuss things that can be done as well.
I maintain the names and phone numbers of all Clients who have posted reviews of my services on this website should questions arise as to their being genuine. All of them are.
Benjamin B. deForest
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33 years
$ 250-250 per hour
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8161 Athens Ave. N.W., Massillon, OH, 44646
48 Client Reviews
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Posted by Tom | June 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Very knowledgeable; made the process (relatively) painless
Ben was very communicative and explained the process as we went through each step. He was patient with us when we changed gears mid-stream with our Medicaid qualification. The whole process was resolved in about 3 months and Mom is settled into her new skilled care facility. Thank you.
Posted by Ron and Susan | April 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Exceeded expections.
I was at my wits end with trying to find out how to navigate the Medicaid system for my sister. Thanks to Mr. DeForest the process went exceptionally smooth, navigated around countless barriers, and ended up completing the process much sooner than expected. I highly recommend Mr. Benjamin DeForest.
Posted by Reanna | March 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Great Attorney for Asset Protection
I initially met with Ben to ensure I was handling assets correctly for my grandparents, so that when it was time to apply for Medicaid, I wouldn't run into any surprises. Not only was he able to guide me with what to do in that respect, he talked to me about protecting their assets through an irrevoc...
Posted by Maryann | March 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Elderly law firm
Ben was very kind, considerate and helpful in dealing with Medicare and Medicaid. I highly recommend his services.
Posted by Karen | November 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Medicaid
Attorney deForest was wonderful to work with. He went to work the day I hired him and he certainly knows the Medicaid system. He protected a large part of my assets and always kept me informed. It’s a very intense process and Attorney deForest made it run smooth. I would highly recommend him.
"I have practiced nearly as long as Ben has, and have handled a couple of matters in which he also represented people. I can tell you that Ben is honest, highly qualified and experienced. If I needed an attorney to help my family in Elder Law, I would hire Ben."
"Benjamin is a very competent probate practitioner. He has been opposing counsel on a few cases and he is knowledgeable."
Probate lawyer
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Distinguished, Very High Rating Legal Ability, Ethical Standards, LexisNexis
2010 - Present
Attorney and Owner, Benjamin B. deForest, LLC
2002 - 2010
Partner Attorney, Krugliak Wilkins Griffiths & Dougherty Co. L.P.A.
1999 - 2002
Attorney, Benjamin B deForest
1991 - 1999
Attorney, Stark & Knoll Co., L.P.A.
1986 - 1991
Attorney, Phillips and Sheehan Co. L.P.A.
1984 - 1986
Trust Department Attorney, Mahoning National Bank, Youngstown Ohio
2016 - Present
Ohio Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1986 - Present
Stark County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
ALS Care ProjectPast President of The Board
Appeal Sustained
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
2016
Estate Planning and Asset Protection
2015
Estate Planning and Asset Protection
2014
Medicaid Planning
2014
Elder Law
2014
Estate Planning and Asset Protection
2013
Estate Planning and Asset Protection
2012
Medicaid Planning
2012
Medicaid Planning
2012
Estate Planning
2014
2014
2011
English
Legal Answers
If my husband goes into a nursing home and I inherited a small amount of money from my brother while married will I lose it?
10 Dec 2023
If I want to complain to a Probate head Judge about how my case is handled, should I send a letter to the judge?
14 Mar 2023
What is the average fee charged for a medicaid application for pay for a nursing home in Ohio?
09 Nov 2022