Jeffery J. Drach

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Jeffery J. Drach

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 50 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Wausau, WI
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts

505 S 24th Avenue Suite 100, Wausau, WI

About Jeffery

Biography

Serving Seniors and Those Who Love Them. Call 715-803-6061

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 50%

Modern life requires new solutions in estate planning due to the fact that long-term care costs are the biggest threat to family savings and income. Our estate planning is designed to protect our clients income and savings.

42 years

50%
Elder Law 25%

We represent clients and families by advocating for their Nursing Home benefits available through the VA and Medicaid.

42 years

25%
Trusts 25%

A wide variety of trusts can be designed to protect vulnerable loved ones, frail seniors, surviving spouses, and provide creditor/divorce protection.

42 years

25%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 50 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1975

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

Drach Elder Law Center

505 S 24th Avenue Suite 100, Wausau, WI, 54401

drachelderlawcenter.com/

Jeffery J. Drach's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

1 Client Review

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Posted by Ted | January 27, 2015

Trust administration

Assisted me with the administration of several trusts which included the dispersal and liquidation of personal property and commercial real estate. Jeff was very easy to communicate with and always kept me informed. The documentation he provided put my mind at ease. I will be using his firm in the fu...ture.

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Robert Ross

Elder law lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeff is one of the most thoughtful, gracious, and understanding lawyers you will ever encounter. Jeff will bring innovative, state-of-the-art Elder Law and Estate Planning services to individuals and families. Clients are the center of focus for his firm. Jeff will show you how to plan for critical life transitions so clients will be able to protect their health, their assets, and their businesses. I have known Jeff for over 10 years through both state and national organizations. Jeff is knowledgeable and caring, while very generous with his time in helping others"

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Daniel Krause

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff Drach is an excellent estate planning attorney. His patience and knowledge of the law are both exceptional and vast. I recommend him with enthusiasm to anyone in the Wausau area seeking estate planning."

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Jackie Bedard

Elder law lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is an incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful attorney. I would highly recommend his services to anyone needing estate planning, elder law, or long-term care planning assistance."

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Jason Studinski

Elder law lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff zealously protects his clients and their interests with his keen intellect and the highest degree of compassion. I recommend Jeff without hesitation."

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Timothy Crawford

Elder law lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Jeff Drach is very knowledgeable as an elde law atorney. He spends countless hours learning new ideas that he can use to help his clients. He is fair and honest."

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Robert Anderson

Probate lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff Drach is bright, compassionate, dedicated and ethical. Jeff is also a State leader in Elder Law. I have seen him speak many times and have worked on cases with him. He is current chair of Wi Naela Chapter. He always listens to all sides and is considerate. I have referred cases to him. He is a Certified Elder Law Attorney. Robert Anderson CELA"

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Carol Wessels

Elder law lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff Drach is an experienced, capable, effective, and friendly attorney. I have worked with him on many projects through the State Bar of Wisconsin and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. I have no hesitancy in referring matters to him and I know he will provide excellent client service."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Public Reprimand issued in WI, 2020

updated on 02/12/2021

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Public Reprimand issued in WI, 2002

updated on 04/23/2013

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2019

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

2013 Best Law Firms Award, Best Lawyers

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Accredited Attorney, Veterans Administration

N/A

President of Wisconsin Chapter, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

N/A

CELA, National Elder Law Foundation

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Owner & Attorney, Drach Law Firm

Associations

2007 - Present

Elder Law Section Board of Directors

Secretary

2007 - Present

WiNAELA Board of Directors

Secretary

2000 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2000 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Elder Law Section

Board of Directors

1979 - Present

Wausau Chamber of Commerce

Region Member

1975 - Present

Marathon County Bar Association

Attorney

1975 - Present

US Supreme Court

Attorney

2000 - 2007

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Wisconsin Chapter)

President

Education

1975

U Of Wisconsin - Madison

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2020

Medicaid Seminar

Medicaid Seminar

2019

Medicaid Seminar

Medicaid Seminar

2018

Seminar

Medicaid Seminar

2017

Medicaid Seminar

Medicaid Semiar

2016

Medicaid Seminar

Medicaid Semiar

2015

Medicaid Seminar

Medicaid Semiar

2014

VA Benefits Seminar

Veteran's Benefits

2014

Senior Living Expo

Medicaid

2014

Medicaid Seminar

Medicaid

2013

Thrivent Client Presentation

Medicaid Planning

2013

Medical Advocacy Seminar

Medical Advocacy

Publications

2014

The Elder Law Perspective We Get What We Deserve

2014

ELS Minutes ELS Minutes

2014

Board Meeting ELS 2014 Board Meeting

2013

Minutes ELS March 2013 Board Meeting

2013

Minutes WiNAELA March 2013 Board Meeting

2012

DLF Elder Law Perspective The Super (?) Committee Fails, but it's OK!

2012

DLF Elder Law Perspective A Plan Run Amuck: The Hedlund Case

2012

DLF Elder Law Perspective Medicaid & Burial Funds

Languages

English

Activity

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