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Timothy P. Crawford
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Biography
My main practice area is protecting my clients' assets from the devastating cost of long term care. Most clients do not realize that a nursing home stay costs over $100,000 per year. I give my clients advice so that they can get government checks to pay for their long term care instead of being financially drained by their spouse's cost of long term care. Many couples will be using all of their money to pay for the husband's long term care costs. The cost of long term care financially destroys many couples' retirement plans.
I became interested in asset protection planning when my mother was diagnosed with dementia and needed long term care. I was able to successfully protect her assets. This started me on the legal career to protect the assets of my clients who were in similar situations. I am able to protect my clients' assets even though they are in a nursing home or an assisted living facility. It is never too late to do good planning. I also suggest that you consult with a nationally board certified expert in elder law who focuses his or her legal practice on medicaid planning and asset protection planning.
Any advice was not written and is not intended to be used, and cannot be used, by any taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding penalties with respect to taxes that may be imposed upon the taxpayer (see IRS Circular 230).
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Elder Law
60%
54 years | 3,124 cases
Estate Planning
10%
54 years | 1,948 cases
Power of Attorney
10%
54 years | 2,234 cases
Trusts
10%
54 years | 1,453 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 53 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Timothy P Crawford SC
840 Lake Avenue, Suite 200, Racine, WI, 53403
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500 W. Silver Spring Drive, Glendale, WI, 53217
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7300 S. 13th Street, Suite 103, Milwaukee, WI, 53207
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16800 W. Greenfield Avenue, Suite 121, Brookfield, WI, 53005
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Timothy P. Crawford's Reviews
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Posted by Gary C. | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank you Tim and Samatha!
Attorney Tim Crawford and his senior legal assistant Samatha were fantastic in helping me through the maze of applying for medicaid for my mother. Their legal knowledge was indispensable in guiding me through the process. I would recommend anyone applying for medicaid to hire them, and save yoursel...
Posted by Ken | April 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Asset protection
Tim and his staff were extremely knowledgeable and helpful in setting up an Irrevocable Asset Trust for asset protection of my elderly mother's fairly substantial estate (>$1MM). We are actively considering other services as well.
Posted by anonymous | December 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Power of Attorney
My mom hired Tim to do A Trust for her assets. My first thought mom didn't really need to spend this kind of money. And we could have probably could have done this on our own. But once passed away I realized very fast I am glad we didn't. Tim and his staff are very knowledgeable and helpful in se...
Posted by Barbara | November 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate planning
I usd this law office when I originally was struggling to process paperwork and set up estate information for my mother while she was already in a nursing home and my father who was unable to care for her and later for himself. There is no way I would have been able to do on my own what they did for...
Posted by Sam and Gloria | November 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable With an Eye Towards Customer Service
Attorney Crawford set up our mother's estate as her elder law attorney. His techniques saved us in tax exposure and probate avoidance after her recent passing. Mr. Crawford was very accommodating in dealing with our schedules as I live 6 hours from Racine and needed to get as much accomplished as we ...
Timothy P. Crawford's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. If I need an elder law lawyer in Wisconsin Tim is a "go to" guy."
"Mr. Crawford is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and does a great job. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is, without a doubt, the expert elder law attorney in our area."
"I have known Tim for nearly 20 years through the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and wholeheartedly endorse Tim."
"Timothy Crawford is a nationally recognized elder law attorney, knowledgable in asset preservation planning/government benefits planning. He is extremely knowledgable, competent and a pleasure to deal with."
"I endorse Tim Crawford as an elder law attorney. Tim is a well-respected attorney and has assisted many elders and their families. Tim has also been on the Board of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and has served as the chair of various sections and committees. He continues to provide education to lawyers on areas of elderlaw and taxes."
"Tim is a great lawyer, who is super compassionate about his clients and his work. He knows his stuff and knows how to positively impact those he works for."
"Tim is one of the best lawyers that I have ever met. He is hard working, sincere and cares about his clients. He is known nationally as well as locally in Wisconsin."
"Tim is a fantastic attorney. He has extensive knowledge of financial planning and tax law as well as elder law and government assistance programs. I would not hesitate to recommend Tim to any of my firends or relatives needing assistance in Wisconsin. Tim is unique among attorneys because of his willingness to share his extensive knowledge with his colleagues as well as the general public. You won't go wrong by choosing Tim for your elder law or estate planning needs."
"Mr Crawford is a well respected elder law attorney in the Racine community. He is very knowledgable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim was recently bestowed with the honor or being inducted as a Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. I have known him for more than 15 years and highly respect his intellect and ethics as well as his unswerving dedication to educating and mentoring new attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is a national leader among elder law attorneys. He is truly one of the nice guys and is willing to help anyone who asks. The one thing that amazes me is that he always remembers my name and my state even though we meet only periodically. He teaches courses in elder law nationally and is truly one of the experts in the field."
"Tim Crawford is one of the foremost authorities in the country on elder law. He is a zealous advocate for the interests of his clients and compassionate to the families who utilize his services. He has also generously given of his time and talent to enhance the community of elder law attorneys nationwide. Any potential client would be fortunate to have him as their attorney."
"I have know Tim Crawford for over 18 years. From the first day I met him at a national meeting up to today, he has been a thought leader and resource to me. I seek his advice and value his questions. Tim also is very pragmatic in his approach. I endorse this lawyer. I"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tim for over 10 years from our professional organization National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He is extremely knowledgable in his field and a leader in our profession."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Fellow Award, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
2009
PRESIDENT OF THE WISCONSIN CHAPTER OF NAELA 2009-2010, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS
2007
CHAIR OF THE PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT SECTION 2007-2012, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS
2007
CHAIR OF THE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2007-2012, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS
2006
CHAIR OF THE TAX SECTION 2006-2008, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS
2005
COUNCIL OF ADVANCED PRACTITIONERS MEMBER, NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS
1995
CELA -- NATIONALLY BOARD CERTIFIED ELDER LAW ATTORNEY, NATIONAL ELDER LAW FOUNDATION
1995
AV PEER REVIEW RATING - THE HIGHEST RATING THAT CAN BE GIVEN, MARTINDALE-HUBBELL
1975
CPA - CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT, STATE OF WISCONSIN
Work Experience
1972 - Present
ATTORNEY and PRESIDENT, TIMOTHY P. CRAWFORD, S.C. A WISCONSIN LEGAL SERVICE CORPORATION
Associations
1972 - Present
US SUPREME COURTATTORNEY
1972 - Present
RACINE COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATIONATTORNEY
2009 - 2010
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYSPRESIDENT OF THE WISCONSIN CHAPTER OF NAELA 2009-2010
2008 - 2012
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYSMEMBER OF THE NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2007 - 2012
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYSCHAIR OF THE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SECTION 2007-2012
2006 - 2008
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYSCHAIR OF THE TAX SECTION 2006-2008
2006 - 2007
STATE BAR OF WISCONSINCHAIR OF THE ELDER LAW SECTION
1998 - 2008
STATE BAR OF WISCONSINMEMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ELDER LAW SECTION
1997 - 2007
ST. CATHERINE'S HIGH SCHOOLMEMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
1981 - 2011
ROTARY INTERNATIONALCHAIR ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE
1981 - 1997
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCHCHAIR OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Sample of Legal Cases
VS STATE OF WISCONSIN
SUCCESS FOR CLIENT IN PROTECTING HER FINANCIAL ASSETS
Education
1972
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
LAW
1970
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY- MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Speaking Engagements
2013
WEEKLY SEMINARS TO THE PUBLIC SINCE 2005
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
2013
VARIOUS ELDER LAW TOPICS
FREE PHONE SEMINARS
2013
SEMINAR ABOUT WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP LOVED ONES WHO CAN NOT HELP THEMSELVES
RACINE LIBRARY - SUMMER SERIES
2011
ALZHEIMER'S FOUNDATION - NATIONAL SEMINAR
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
2010
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS--NATIONAL MEETING
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
2010
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS--NATIONAL MEETING
THE ADVANTAGES OF MULTIPLE LAW OFFICES
2007
WEEKLY RADIO SHOW FROM 1998-2007
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
2005
STATE BAR OF WISCONSIN--ELDER LAW TRAINING
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
Publications
2012
Racine Journal Times - Lifestyes
Planning is Key
2012
NAELA News
What Will Happen to Your Legal Practice if You Become Disabled
2010
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR ASSETS FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
MEDICAID MANUAL
2010
INFORMATIONAL BROCHURE
WHY DO I NEED A FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY
2007
FORBES
FLORIDA OR BUST -SELECTING A RETIREMENT HOME FROM A TAX POINT OF VIEW
2005
STATE BAR OF WISCONSIN--ELDER LAW SECTION NEWSLETTER
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM THE HIGH COST OF NURSING HOME CARE
Languages
English
Activity
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