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Barry Marc Meyers
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Biography
Barry M. Meyers is Certified as an Emeritus Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation*. He was a Certified Elder Law Attorney from 2003 to 2020. The National Elder Law Foundation is the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law. Mr. Meyers practiced law since 1983 and elder law since 1992. In 2006, he expanded his practice to provide families with the services of in-house Geriatric Care Managers. He received his undergraduate education at the University of Southern California, a Masters degree from the University of California, Davis, and his law degree from Whittier College School of Law. Mr. Meyers is the Past-President of the Washington Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). He received the Washington Chapter of NAELA Outstanding Member Award in 2002. He served as a Trustee of the Elder Law Section of the Washington Bar Association and as Legislative Co-Chair. Mr. Meyers is Chair of the nonprofit group Dementia Support Northwest (Alzheimer Society of Washington), a Board member of the Bellingham Symphony Orchestra, and, a past Board Member/Trustee of the Bellingham Festival of Music, Visiting Nurse Home Care, Elder Service Providers, Bellingham Technical College Foundation and the Evergreen Aids Foundation. Mr. Meyers has consistently been named a Washington SuperLawyer (top 5% of Washington lawyers) by Washington Law and Politics Magazine since 2007. He also has the highest rating (superb) by . He retired from the active practice of law in December, 2020.
*The State Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize certification of specialists in the practice of law and that certificate, award or recognition is not a requirement to practice law in the state of Washington.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 32 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 42 years
State: California
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
The Elder Law Offices Of Meyers, Neubeck & Hulford P.S.
2828 Northwest Avenue, (Corner of Northwest and Illinois), Bellingham, WA, 98225-2335
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Barry Marc Meyers's Reviews
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5 Client Reviews
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Posted by TFM | December 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Thank you so much...
Thank you for the years of taking care of my mother's protection needs. It was a difficult time and your team was professional and compassionate. Mom is now resting peacefully and we are healing. You are knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, helpful, competent and I can not say enough. I hi...
Posted by William | August 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Elder Estate Planning
My wife and I hired Barry and his staff for the following Elder Estate Planning Documents: Durable Power of Attorney (general and health care), Health Care Directive, Community Property Agreement and Last Will and Testament. Barry and his staff were easy to work with and very detailed oriented. We wo...
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Estate Planning
I am very grateful for the complete service from Barry Meyers and staff! Everything was in order and the result puts my mind at ease for all the documents finalized. From the start I felt comfortable and at ease and I trust Barry Meyers for estate planning! Thanks.
Barry Marc Meyers's Lawyer Endorsements
"Barry Meyers has been an Elder Law colleague of mine for many years. I have personal knowledge of his expertise, competence and compassion. I highly recommend Barry to any potential client needing representation in Elder Law matters."
"I have known Barry for many years. We have worked together on many occasions in connection with our professional association. Barry is a very well-respected Elder Law attorney. I have referred many clients to him, and have even retained him as my own personal attorney on one occasion."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, 2022 Washington Super Lawyer list
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2020
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyer Magazine
2019
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyer Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer Magazine
2017
The Ken and Carol King Community Service Award, Alzheimer Society of Washington
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyer
2015
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2015
BV Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2008
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2007
SuperLawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2003
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2002
Outstanding Member Award, Washington Chapter, Nat'l Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
1996
Recognition of Significant Contribution, Elder Law Section, Washington State Bar Association
1995
Appreciation for Leadership in Communication, Whatcom County Bar Association
1986
Instructor Credential - Law, The California Community Colleges
Work Experience
2021 - 2022
Attorney - Of Counsel, Meyers Neubeck & Hulford, P.S.
2019 - 2020
Attorney, Meyers Neubeck & Hulford, P.S.
1993 - 2018
Attorney, Elder Law Offices of Barry M. Meyers, P.S.
1991 - 1993
Judge Pro Tempore, Butte County Municipal Court
1983 - 1993
Attorney, Law Office of Barry M Meyers
1979 - 1982
Lecturer, California State University, Chico
1977 - 1978
Analyst, California Department of Consumer Affairs
1975 - 1975
Legislative Intern, California State Senate
1973 - 1974
Home Ownership Trainer, Self-Help Enterprises
Associations
2022 - Present
Bellingham Symphony OrchestraBoard Member
2022 - Present
Dementia Support Northwest (Alzheimer Society of WA)Chair
2021 - Present
National Elder Law FoundationCertified Elder Law Attorney Emeritus
2014 - Present
Dementia Support NW (Alzheimer Society of WA)Member, Board of Directors
1998 - Present
Washington Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
Elder Law Section, Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2022
Dementia Support Northwest (Alzheimer Society of WA)Vice-Chair
2015 - 2019
Bellingham Festival of MusicBoard Member
2012 - 2016
Visiting Nurse Home CarePresident
2010 - 2019
Department of Veterans AffairsAccredited Attorney
2008 - 2010
Senior Services of Bellingham and Whatcom CountySenior Services Advisor
2005 - 2008
Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman ProgramMember Advisory Board
2004 - 2010
Bellingham Technical College FoundationBoard Member
2003 - 2021
National Elder Law FoundationCertified Elder Law Attorney
2001 - 2002
Washington Chapter, National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysPast-President
2000 - 2019
Skagit County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - 2019
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 2016
Visiting Nurse Home CareBoard of Directors
1996 - 2016
Northwest Washington Estate Planning CouncilMember
1995 - 2015
Elder Service ProvidersBoard Member
1993 - 2020
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
1991 - 1992
Mediation Center of the North ValleyBoard Member
1988 - 1991
Sacramento River Preservation TrustBoard Member
1987 - 1991
Legal Services of Northern CaliforniaBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
For the Respondent
Education
1979
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
MA - Masters
1972
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Dementia Legal Planning
2022
Dementia Legal Planning
2018
Estate and Incapacity Planning
2018
Estate, Incapacity and Long-term Care Planning
2018
Leaving a Legacy - Estate Planning
2017
Home Sweet Home: What Happens If I Need Long Term Care
2017
Making Choices for Your Legacy
2016
Wills & Legal Issues
2016
Long Term Care/Estate Planning
2016
Wish List of Knowledge from Tax Professionals
2016
Elder Law and Taxes
2015
Special Needs Trusts and the New ABLE Act
2015
2015
Long Term Care and Medicaid
2015
Long Term Care/Estate Planning
2015
The New ABLE Act
2015
What Happens When...
2014
Estate & Incapacity Planning
2014
Estate Planning: "The Rest of the Story"
2014
The Planning Infrastructure
2014
Protected Information in the Era of the Affordable Care Act
2014
2013
Long-term Care Planning
2013
Advance Directive Planning
2013
Hot Issues in Elder Law
2013
Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension
2012
Estate Planning, Guardianships, Long-term Care
2012
End of Life Planning
2012
Estate & Incapacity Planning
2012
Essential Estate Planning Documents
2012
The Quality of Life Team: Creating Partnerships with Other Elder Care Providers
2011
Wills and Estates
2011
Estate Planning
2011
Estate Planning Basics
2011
Abuse of Power by GAL, Know the pitfalls
2011
Estate Planning
2011
Long-Term Care Issues
2011
Legislative Update; Abuse of Power
2011
Legislative Update and New Guardianship Legislation
2009
SHB 1261: Proposed Bill re Multi-State Issues
2009
Review of Hypothetical and Group Discussion
2008
Panel on Preventative Measures
2007
Estate Planning
2007
Obtaining Medical/Mental Health Records
2007
Guardian ad Litem Investigation and Reports
2006
What You Need to Know to Identify Long-Term Care Options for Your Estate Planning Clients
2006
Estate Planning
2006
The Vulnerable Adult Act - How It Can Be Used to Recover Damages and Attorney Fees
2006
Holes in the System
2005
Addressing Critical Legal and Financial Matters
2005
Guardianships and its Alternatives
2004
RCW 11.94.090 "that new DPA Statute"
2004
Estate Planning
2003
Proposed Legislative Changes to the Vulnerable Adult Statute
2003
Estate Planning
2003
Special Trusts
2003
Basic Estate Planning Issues
2003
Protection of Vulnerable Adults
2003
Panel Discussion on Capacity Issues
2002
The X, Y, Z's of Legal and Financial Issues
2002
End of Life Planning
2002
Estate Planning
2002
Advance Directives
2002
Uses of the Vulnerable Adult Statute, RCW 74.34: Proposals for Improvement
2001
Civil Legal Services
2001
Vulnerable Adult Statutes vs. Guardianship
1999
Basic Procedures and Local Practices
1996
Litigation Under Elder Abuse Statutes
1995
Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse
Publications
2015
1977
Languages
English