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Kaiden Elder Law Group, PC | Estate Planning. Medi-Cal Planning. Trust Litigation. Administration. Probate.

Randall F. Kaiden is a Martindale AV Rated Preeminent California Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney. His practice is centered on estate planning, elder care law and the post-death administration of estates. Mr. Kaiden's practice goes beyond wills and trusts to avoid probate and minimize taxes. Indeed, he is an expert with asset protection and government benefits, such as Medicaid, Medi-Cal, Social Security Disability, Medicare, and Veteran's Pension Benefits. Mr. Kaiden is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, Certified Estate Planning Law Specialist by the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils as well as a Past-President of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California District. In addition, he holds a Masters in Tax and is VA Accredited to represent claimants before the Department of Veteran's Affairs. Mr. Kaiden has been recognized by his peers and the community at large and holds a perfect 10 out of 10 rating on AVVO legal for estate planning and elder law.

Practice areas

Medicaid and medicareTrustsElder lawEstate planning
  1. Estate planning: 25%

    23 years

  2. Elder law: 25%

    23 years

  3. Trusts: 25%

    23 years

  4. Medicaid and medicare: 25%

    23 years

Languages spoken

Russian

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Contact

27240 Turnberry Lane
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Kaiden Elder Law Group, PC

27240 Turnberry Lane
Valencia, CA, 91355

Office (661) 247-8433
Fax (800) 546-4519

Website

https://kaidenelderlaw.com/

Kaiden Elder Law Group, PC

1000 Town Center Drive
Oxnard, CA, 93036

Office (805) 351-3920
Fax (800) 546-4519

Kaiden Elder Law Group, PC

800 S Victoria Avenue
Ventura, CA, 93001

Office (805) 351-3920

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive199607/27/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2019
PresidentNational Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California chapter2017
Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate LawState Bar of California - Certified Specialist2017
Estate Planning Legal SpecialistNational Association of Estate Planners & Councils Estate Law Specialist Board2016
President-ElectNational Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California chapter2016
Vice-PresidentNational Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California chapter2015
Veterans Accredited AttorneyVeterans Administration2013
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal ServicesState Bar of California1998
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Principal AttorneyKaiden Elder Law Group, PC2015 - Present
Of CounselMortensen Law, Tax, Trust & Probate Attorneys, P.C.2011 - 2015
PrincipalRandall F. Kaiden, Trust, Probate & Elder Law Attorney2001 - 2014
AssociateStaker & Esquibias, Tax, Trust & Estate Planning Attorneys, P.C.1998 - 2000
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California chapterPresident2017 - 2018
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California chapterPresident2016 - 2017
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Southern California chapterVice President2015 - 2016
WealthCounselMember2014 - 2016
ElderCounselMember2013 - 2016
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember2011 - 2016
California Advocates for Nursing Home ReformMember1999 - 2016
State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates SectionMember1998 - 2016
State Bar of CaliforniaMember1996 - 2016
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
www.youtube.com2019 California Estate Planning & Elder Law Update2019
KHTS 1220 AM RadioTop 10 Worst Estate Planning Mistakes - Part 12017
KHTS 1220 AM RadioTop 10 Worst Estate Planning Mistakes - Part 22017
Santa Clarita MagazineWhy is Estate Planning for Seniors So Unique?2016
Santa Clarita MagazineIs Your Living Trust Centered Estate Plan Up To Date?2016
Santa Clarita MagazineWhat Will Happen To Your Retirement Plans After You're Gone?2016
Santa Clarita MagazineDoes A Living Trust Provide Asset Protection?2016
Santa Clarita MagazineThe Three Biggest Senior Estate Planning Blunders2016
Santa Clarita MagazineGuardian Angel Trusts™: The Ultimate Gift For Mother’s Day2016
Ezine ArticlesJoint Tenancy in California: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?2015
HubPagesCalifornia Special Needs Trusts: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly2014
HubPagesHow does the Affordable Care Act affect Disabled People & Special Needs Trusts?2014
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of San Diego School of LawLL.M - Master of Laws1998
Southwestern University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1996
University of California - Los AngelesBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
California Estate Planning vs. California Elder LawCurrent Issues in Estate Planning & Elder Law2016
Veterans Pension & Medi-Cal Benefits Explained at Home Care Services Santa ClaritaHow to Pay For Long Term Care Without Going Broke?2015
The New Rules for IRA Retirement Trusts Explained at the Santa Clarita Senior CenterHow the Supreme Court Negatively Changed Asset Protection Rules for Inherited IRAs in 20142015
KHTS Radio AM 1220The Legal Complexities Associated with Paying for Long Term Care2015
Estate Planning Seminar at Bel CaroEstate Taxes vs. Capital Gains After The Fiscal Cliff Deal2014
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
ESTATE PLANNING CASESZero Death Taxes Paid
ELDER LAW PLANNING CASES100% Success Obtaining Medi-Cal & VA Benefits
IN RE ESTATE OF NOBLEClient Settled For Over $500,000

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Impeccable Service

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Mr. Kaiden carefully advised us on a family trust and estate plan. Like many who do not yet consider themselves elders, we had no concept of elder law and the simple protections we could put in place now. This has created a great sense of security. Similarly, Mr. Kaiden's tax knowledge (in our particular case concerning the issue of citizenship) has been invaluable. It was rather frightening to discover the potential catastrophes our original trust harboured. The plan that Mr. Kaiden drew up for us is completely accessible in terms of managing the jargon and discerning the different instruments of protection used. He walked us step by step through funding, and has been consistently available to guide us by email and phone throughout the process as we encounter any difficulties. What was extra comforting about our experience was that Mr. Kaiden really took the time to know and understand our family such that each one of us, as far as the plan goes, feels safe and respected.
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Can't recommend highly enough

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Randall has been a lifesaver. He quite literally saved our family from legal paralysis and financial ruin when our elderly father suffered a sudden, catastrophic accident with no power of attorney, estate planning, or longterm care provisions in place. Randall took the time to carefully and thoroughly explain all aspects of our case before we even signed on as clients. He is clearly extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of elder law from trust establishment to tax implications. Further, he has behaved with the utmost professionalism, kindness and compassion in the ten months we have worked with him. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone who needed Elder Law services in southern California.
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Best Elder Care Attorney to represent our Mom

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Randall has been there for our family since day one helping our elderly mother to apply and get approved for Medi-Cal. He is very experienced and his knowledge is second to none! He and his staff are amazing and always available when we need help. We interviewed different elder law attorneys but we are very happy we went with Randall as we continue to use him. He also did a Living Trust for another member of our family. My family and I highly recommend Randall F. Kaiden for any Elder Law, Trust or Estate Planning issues you may need help with. Thank you again Randall & paralegals for all of your help assisting our 90 year old mother and our family during this very difficult period watching her mental health decline. We appreciate everything you have done to help us. May God bless you for your kindness and consideration.
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Help When I Needed It!

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Randall Kaiden and his staff helped me get Medi-Cal approval for my husband who is in a nursing home. This was an extremely difficult and confusing process and I couldn't have done it without them. They were patient and understanding and explained exactly what had to be done and why. I highly recommend Randall Kaiden for anyone with elder law needs.
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THE BEST ELDER LAW ATTORNEY AROUND!!

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Randall F. Kaiden helped our family setup a trust for my mother and also gave us much needed help in getting her Medi-Cal application approved. It was a long process but Randall and his team were always on top of it and in constant communication with our family. My sisters and I all are very happy with the professional and trustworthy service Randall and his team have given us!! He and his team have the experience and knowledge to navigate some very complex issues. I highly recommend them!!
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A real professional

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Randall and I went to law school together in the mid-90's. I thought he was a very nice guy, but we unfortunately lost contact. Little did I know that 20 years later, after researching potential attorneys and checking out his reviews, reputation and credentials, I'd select him as the estate planning attorney for my parents! He did a great job on what turned out to be a complicated estate plan (the family is still growing, and one of the grandchildren is special needs, which raised a lot of back-and-forth over the need for/terms of a Special Needs Trust). He was very detail-oriented and professional - he put a ton of time in to get everything right, considering every possibility, notwithstanding that he was drafting all the documents at a flat rate. My brother and I were very particular about numerous terms of the documents, and Randall was always very patient and helpful throughout numerous (and I mean numerous) e-mails and telephone conferences. And, my parents really liked him and felt comfortable with him, which I think is very important when anyone is drafting an estate plan. I will be contacting him soon to set up my OWN estate plan - I don't think I can give a better recommendation than that.
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Kaiden Elder Law Group

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Setting up a trust seemed rather overwhelming at first, but with Mr. Kaiden's expertise and professionalism we were able to execute it without the stress I initially feared would be involved. He explains the process well and is always ready to answer all queries in a manner in which all can comprehend. Not only is Mr. Kaiden a reputable lawyer, he is also unpretentious and honest in his approach. It is also important to add that his staff is also very pleasant.
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Honorable

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Randall Kaiden has handled my mother's legal issues with integrity. He is honest and does exactly what he says he will do without the superfluous extras. I whole heartedly recommend him.
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Very Compassionate, Knowledgeable and Prompt

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I am extremely pleased with my experience with Randall Kaiden. Out of a sea of attorneys that seemed to only want to participate in more lucrative "Senior Life Plans", Mr. Kaiden was the one who responded with the information I needed in a situation that required timely legal assistance for my hospitalized, aging father. He got me the correct documents and instructed me on procedures and points of law in order for me to help my Dad. His kind and compassionate nature made a difficult time a little easier for me. He followed up with me to make certain that everything had gone smoothly with the banks. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone in need of an attorney specializing in Elder Law.
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AMAZING Attorney!

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AMAZING Attorney! Randall F. Kaiden helped me and my family to create a trust. First, I had a very impressive free consultation in detailed. Mr. Kaiden always took the time to explain everything to me, my husband, my children and to make sure we understood. He responded quickly to our questions, even in the evenings or on the weekends, which gave us peace of mind. He was patient, thorough, and always professional. It would be a pleasure to do business with him again. He is preparing my retirement trust. I and my family highly recommend Mr. Kaiden. Shirin,
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Maria Jonsson, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 31, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this attorney for elder law, special needs trusts, tax and estate planning. Randall is very knowledgeable and experienced in the area of VA benefits, Medi-Cal, SSI, and complex tax estate planning matters. He is extremely talented, has a strong work ethic and cares deeply for his clients. In short, Randall possesses the skill set necessary to provide superior representation to seniors and the people who love them.

Andrea Gherini, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Randall is committed to providing high quality representation to clients facing the difficult challenge of paying for long term medical care. He can clearly explain complex issues and provide client centered solutions. I highly endorse Randall for his thoroughness and ethical practices in the field of elder law.

Gerald Kane, Elder law Attorney on Feb 2, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with Randall on several matters. He is extremely bright, creative, patient and caring. I wouldn't hesitate to refer my clients to him.

Merwyn Miller, Elder law Attorney on May 21, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Randall and I have collaborated on a number of estate planning and elder law cases in the last few years. He is a bright and creative attorney to whom I would have no problem referring clients. He is a pleasure to work with and a very caring attorney who always keeps the interests and goals of his clients as the number one priority.

Kimberly McGhee, Probate Attorney on May 13, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I highly recommend this attorney for estate planning and elder law issues. Randall and I have worked and collaborated on a few matters over the years and he is an extremely great lawyer who cares for his clients and finds the plan that best matches their needs. He always goes above and beyond for his clients and continues to be one of my most trusted elder law attorneys.

Andrea Gherini, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Randall is committed to providing high quality representation to clients facing the difficult challenge of paying for long term medical care. He can clearly explain complex issues and provide client centered solutions. I highly endorse Randall for his thoroughness and ethical practices in the field of elder law.

Kathleen Day-Seiter, Elder law Attorney on Jan 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have consulted with Randall on several cases. I have found him to be thoughtful, knowledgeable, and very good at flushing out all possible options. I also find him to be extremely ethical in the way he approaches sticky situations. I feel quite fortunate to have Randall as a colleague with whom I can consult.

Maria Jonsson, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 31, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this attorney for elder law, special needs trusts, tax and estate planning. Randall is very knowledgeable and experienced in the area of VA benefits, Medi-Cal, SSI, and complex tax estate planning matters. He is extremely talented, has a strong work ethic and cares deeply for his clients. In short, Randall possesses the skill set necessary to provide superior representation to seniors and the people who love them.

Vadim Yuzefpolsky, General practice Attorney on Jul 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Randall knows a great deal about estate planning and elder law and has been an excellent asset to the estate planning community and his clients for many years. I am proud to know Randall and fully endorse him to anyone in California with an interest in estate planning and elder law

Cecilia Tsang, Trusts Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have and will continue to refer people in Southern California to Randall for any estate planning needs. I have found him to be knowledgeable, responsive, and pleasant to communicate with.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Sep 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.