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I want to take this space to thank my wonderful wife and children for all of their support, which has molded me into the husband, father and attorney that I am today. Outside of the practice of law my family keeps me busy. Sometimes I think they work me harder than my staff, but I love every second of it. I can never coach enough soccer games, go on enough dates with my wife, or enjoy too many Cincinnati Reds baseball games on a summer eve. I enjoy it all and will continue to work hard for my family and my clients.
Experienced Elder Law Attorneys Dedicated To Protecting Senior Citizens. Free Consultations
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Elder Law
55%
27 years | 925 cases
Medicaid and Medicare
20%
27 years | 925 cases
Trusts
15%
27 years | 694 cases
Estate Planning
10%
27 years | 590 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 20 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 27 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Lavin Law Group LLC
(513) 257-0699
Fax
27 W. Mulberry Street, Lebanon, OH, 45036-1770
lavinelderlaw.comLavin Law Group LLC
(614) 855-5729
Fax
106 East Main Street, New Albany, OH, 43054
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Christopher Lavin's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 19 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Assistant with Medicaid Application
Mr Lavin and Christie Doss were instrumental in helping my mother work through the complicated process of obtaining Medicaid. We definitely could not have done it anywhere as quickly as they did and the money we saved more than made up for the expense.
Posted by Melissa | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Great Experience
Mr. Lavin and his staff worked with my family to get Medicaid benefits, and drafted all necessary legal documents for my Aunt. We are grateful for the hard work and organizational skills of the entire Lavin Law Group. Mr. Lavin’s knowledge and experience is evident. We had the pleasure of working w...
Posted by Patty | March 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Trustworthy and Top of Field
Mr. Lavin has not only worked with my husband and I to put together a family trust but about four years ago he helped us with the finances of Grandma. The Lavin Law Group treats clients with utmost care and strives to give professional and productive options to family concerns. Wes Hensley, as Dir...
Posted by Hali | January 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Helpful and Affordable
Mr. Lavin was extremely helpful in setting up our family trust. We had special circumstances and he addressed all of them with knowledge, as well as compassion. Sherry prepared our trust and went over the whole thing with us. The cost...unbelievably affordable! We would definitely recommend this law ...
Posted by Sheila | December 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Recommend
We met Mr Lavin at a seminar he presented at our civic center...We met with him and his staff and everyone was wonderful! We couldn't be more pleased with the trust fund they set up and all the help that they were doing this process...
Christopher Lavin's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Chris for almost 15 years, first as a law school classmate and subsequently as a colleague in the legal profession. I have found Chris to be an excellent lawyer with a strong grasp of the intricacies of elder law while commanding the respect of his peers and his clients due to his hands-on, personal approach to the practice of law. Recently, when one of my close family members required the services of an attorney that practices in the area of elder law, I didn't have to think twice before referring my family member to Chris. We were extremely pleased with the eventual outcome and the manner in which Chris made a difficult situation easier for us."
"I am impressed with the amount of compassion and understanding Attorney Lavin brings to his clients. Attorney Lavin is able to make his clients and their families feel comfortable during some of the most difficult times in their lives. Attorney Lavin's level of knowledge in the elder law field is extraordinary and one of the best in Ohio. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Lavin has become known by his clients and his peers as one of the most knowledgeable elder law attorney's in Ohio. His high technicality is only outdone by his innovation and creativity in his field of practice. Only satisfied when exceeding his client's expectations, I feel Attorney Lavin strives do go beyond what's "customary" or "regular" and is constantly trying to better himself and the outcome for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Experience
Honors
2019
Top 10 Elder Law Attorney Ohio, American Jurist Institute
2019
Recognizing Excellence in Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2018
Recognizing Excellence in Elder Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
10 Best Attorneys, Client Satisfaction, Elder Law, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
10 Best Attorneys, Client Satisfaciton, Elder Law, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel
2017
Top 100 Lawyers Wills, Trusts, and Estates Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
Top 100 Lawyers Wills, Trusts, and Estates Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction Elder Law Division, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Helen Miller Giving Heart Award, Cheering for Charity
2016
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel Verification
2016
Top Lawyers In Ohio, American Lawyer Media
2016
Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo Inc.
2015
Who' Who in Greater Cincinnati Law, Cincinnati Business Courier
2015
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel Verification
2015
Top 100 Lawyers Wills, Trusts, and Estates Lawyers, The National Advocates
2015
Top Lawyers in Ohio, American Lawyer Media
2014
Rated 10.0 Superb, Avvo Inc.
2014
Who's Who in Greater Cincinnati Law, Cincinnati Business Courier
2014
Accredited Business, U.S. Association of Accredited Business
2014
Top 100 Lawyers Wills, Trusts, and Estates Lawyers, The National Advocates
2013
Honoring 15 years of Service to the Community, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyers in Ohio, American Lawyer Media
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Promoting Hope Sponsor, Alzheimer's Association Greater Cincinnati Chapter
2011
Adult Education Permit, State of Ohio Department of Education
2010
Special Tribute for New Business, Ohio House of Representatives Peter A. Beck District 67
2010
Citation of Appreciation, National Association of Retired Federal Employees
2009
Accredited Attorney, US Court of Appeals of Veterans Claims
2008
Honoring Ten Years of Experience to the Community, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Volunteer Certificate of Appreciation, Butler County Alzheimers Association
2006
Certificate of Completion-Ed Slott's Exclusice IRA Workshop, Ed Slott, CPA
2006
Volunteer Certificate of Appreciation, Butler County Alzheimers Association
2005
Volunteer Certificate of Appreciation, Butler County Alzheimers Association
2004
Certificate of Appreciation, Bellbrook Lions Club
2004
Volunteer Certificate of Appreciation, Butler County Alzheimers Association
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner, Lavin Law Group LLC
2001 - 2010
Managing Attorney, Lebanon Office, Thom L Cooper Co. L.P.A.
1999 - 2001
Attorney, Pro Seniors Inc.
1998 - 1999
Assistant Public Defender, Hamilton County Public Defenders Office
1995 - 1998
Hamilton CountyPublic Defenders Office Law Clerk, Hamilton County
Associations
2014 - Present
U.S. Association of Accredited BusinessMember
2014 - Present
Cheering for CharityMember
2014 - Present
The National AdvocatesMember
2014 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2012 - Present
State of Ohio Department of EducationAdult Education Permit
2011 - Present
The Elder Law Attorney Practice Croup (ELAP)Memeber-Linkedin
2011 - Present
Catholic Order of ForestersMember
2011 - Present
Elder Law/Elder Care PlanningMember
2011 - Present
Elder Law and Disability Planning NetworkMember
2011 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
2010 - Present
Lebanon Area Chamber of CommerceMember
2010 - Present
WealthCounselMember
2009 - Present
US Court of Appeals of Veterans ClaimsAccredited Attorney
2007 - Present
Elder Law AnswersMember
2005 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1998 - Present
Cincinnati Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 2010
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Miesse v. ODJFS Fairfield County Appeal #1819482
Appeal was affirmed and the agency was ordered to remove the restricted coverage.
Kennard v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Appeal#1612088
The agency was incorrect and should have reduced the restrictive coverage, resulting in eligibility for Medicaid, and they must accept the past unpaid medical expenses allowing the use of income to pay back outstanding medical expenses.
Liette v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Appeal #1617610
Prevailed on appeal and the hearing officer agreed that the assets in the trust were not available and Medicaid benefits were approved.
Rorick v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Case N0.A900663
Appellant prevailed and the annuity was deemed permissable by the Court of Common Please, Hamilton County, Ohio and recently prevailed at the Court of Appeals.
Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Service v. Schnur Appeal#1393284-6
Medicaid was reinstated.
Flemming v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Administrative Appeal #1470578
Apellant was successful in gaining Medicaid benefits when the Hearing Officer agreed that they met their burden of demonstrating that there was no value to the Life Estate.
Denniston v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Administrative Appeal #1369085-88
The Appellant prevailed and was awarded mediciad benefits when the Hearing Officer ruled that there can be mutiple periods of continuous institutionalization but only one snap shot date.
Heitkemper v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Serives Administrative Appeal No. 1334820-24
The Hearing Officer ruled that the agency is required to calculate a period of restricted coverage for an improper transfer of resources even in the instance of an Ohio home care medicaid application.
Steele v. Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services Case No. CV2004-05-1353
Appellant prevailed in The Court of Common Pleas, Butler County, Ohio
Education
1998
University of Dayton
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Xavier University
BA - Bachelor of Arts, BS-Bachelor of Science
1986
Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2019
Lunch and Learn
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
2018
Senior Health Fair
Asset Protection
2017
Special Needs Planning. What happens when you are gone?
Special Needs PLanning
2017
Senior Health Care Fair- Emphasis on Alzheimer's/Dementia Resources
Elder Law and Crisis Planning
2017
Planning for Long-Term Care
Advance Planning and VA Benefits for LTC
2017
Elder Law and Medicaid Planning
Obtaining Veteran Benefits
2016
Parkinson's Association Support Goup/ St Mary's Church, Franklin, Ohio
Leagl Coping with a Long Term Illness
2016
National Business Institute- Protecting Assets While Qulaifying for Medciaid
Crisis Planning and Assistance
2016
National Business Institute- Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Medicaid
Pre-Need Asset Planning
2016
Medicaid Planning
Medicaid Income Eligibility
2016
Alzheimer's Care and Support Workshop
What Families Need to Know...When the Diagnosis is Alzheimer's Disease
2015
Warren County Senior Services
Alzheimer's Association Family Assistance Workshop
2015
National Business Institute
Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Mediciad
2015
Cheering for Charity Educatuin Circuit- Artis Senior Living Hosting
Income for Veteran's in need of Memory Care
2015
Alzheimer's Association Care and Support Workshop
Developing an Action PLan for Life and Estate
2014
NBI Continuing Legal Education for Professionals
Medciaid Application and Appeals Process
2014
NBI Continuing Legal Education for Professionals
Retirement Assets in Estate Planning and Elder Law
2014
Cin-Day Seniors Educational Series
Ohio Waiver Application Process
2014
Alzheimer Association Annual Symposium at NKU Mets Center
Planning Tips and Traps
2013
NBI Confrence/ Medicaid: Qualifying Clients to Applying for Benefits
Medicaid Planning
2012
Wright Pat Air Force Base
Vetrans Benefits
2012
Waren County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Planning for Adult Disabled Children
2012
Vandalia, Nazarene Church Senior Group
It Is Never Too Late To Plan
2012
Summer Symposium & A Day For Caregivers
Legal and Financial Planning
2012
End-Of-Life Ethics
The process of legal and ethical decision making at the end of life.
2012
2012 Gold Star Wives National Convention
Estate Plannig after the Loss of your Spouse
2011
Wright Pat Air Force MOAA
Veterans Benefits
2011
WHIO Radio "There is a Season"
The Importance of Planning
2011
Outreach Community Education Series at The Wellington of Dayton
Legal Issues for an Aging Generation
2011
Lebanon Country Manor
Veterans Benefits vs. Ohio Assisted Living Waiver Program
2011
Greater Cincinnati Alzheimer's Associaiton meeting at Bethesda Medical Center at Arrow Springs
Planning in Crisis
2011
Great Oaks Career Campuses Adult Education Program
Elder Law and Ideas of Basic Estate Planning
2011
Alzheimer Community Education Programs
Legal ways to protect a loved one with Alzheimer's
2010
Vandalia Senior Safety Day
Safety first is being prepared
2010
Sunrise of Hamilton Community Outreach Workshop
Hidden Veterans Benefits
2010
Otterbein Community Education Series
Medicaid Waiver Programs- The New Frontier
2010
National Association for Retired Federal Employees
Welcome to Retirement
2010
Live Oaks Vocational School Community Educational Series
What is Elder Law?
2010
Heartland of Centerville Community Outreach Workshop Series
Medicaid Apllication Pitfalls
2010
Crossroads Hospice Special events Series
How to Use Your Legal Documents. (POA's, Wills, Trusts Etc..)
2010
Clermont Care Center Ice Cream Social
Understanding Basic Legal Documents
2010
Arbors of Milford Community Outreach Workshop
Understanding Basic Legal Documents
2009
WPAFB Retirement Day
How to Enjoy Your Retirement
2009
Christ Hospital Continuing Education Units
Medicaid Resource Requirements
2004
Understanding Medicaid and Estate Recovery
Medicaid Resource Eligibility
Publications
2017
National Business Institute Seminar
Planning for Long-Term Care
2017
National Business Institute Seminar
Elder Law and Medicaid Planning
2016
National Business Institute Seminar
Medicaid Planning
2016
National Business Institute Seminar
Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Mediciad
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
Protecting Assets While Qualifying for Mediciad
2014
National Business Institute Seminar
Retirment Assets in Estate Planning and Elder Law
2014
National Business Institute Seminar
Medicaid Update 2014
2013
National Business Institute Seminar
Medicaid: From Qualifying Clients to Applying for Benefits
2010
Inspired Press Publishing/Amazon Digital Service Inc.
Your Survival Guide to Asset Preservation
2004
National Business Institute Seminar
Understanding Medicaid and Ohio Estate Recovery
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sell my parents home if I only have POA over my father?
18 Oct 2010
Q&A
Can a successor trustee sell a house for what they deem fair without the knowledge or approval of the other siblings?
28 Sep 2010