Albany

Ettinger Law Firm in Albany provides comprehensive elder law and estate planning tailored to the Capital District’s unique needs. We prepare trusts to avoid probate and maintain privacy; Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts to shield family wealth from long-term care costs; Irrevocable Trusts for tax efficiency; Wills and Probate Administration; Powers of Attorney so someone you trust manages finances if you can’t; Healthcare Proxies and Living Wills to honor your medical wishes; Special Needs Trusts for disabled family members; and Estate Tax Planning to minimize taxes on larger estates. Every plan is customized through our Lifetime Estate Planning Process—reviewed every three years at no charge to keep pace with your life and the law.

Absolutely. Medicaid planning is essential for Albany, Saratoga, Rensselaer and Schenectady’s County families facing long-term care at home (Community Medicaid) or in a nursing facility (Institutional Medicaid). If you have time to plan, we establish Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts that shelter assets. If care is needed urgently, we navigate immediate crisis planning to protect what you can. We handle complex Medicaid applications with accurate asset documentation to maximize your eligibility. We also explain the difference between long-term care at home (Community Medicaid) or in a nursing facility (Institutional Medicaid), so you understand your options. With 35+ years and thousands of successful Medicaid cases, our Albany office understands New York’s specific rules and helps families preserve legacies while accessing the care they need.

Yes, scheduling is simple. Book online, call us at (518) 459-2700, or toll free at 1-800-500-2525. You can also fill out our contact form at trustlaw.com. Your free initial consultation includes: a thorough review of your current documents; discussion of your assets, family, and goals; answers to all your estate planning questions; a complimentary copy of our “Guide to Protecting Your Future”; and a link to our 37-minute video on trust advantages. Two weeks later, you’re invited to a free second consultation to review our recommendations, ask follow-up questions, and receive a written fee proposal. No obligation, no fees until you’re completely satisfied.

Our Albany office is located at 125 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205. The building sits on the corner of Wolf Road and Computer Drive, next to DeNooyer Chevrolet. An M&T Bank is located at the front of our building. Please park and enter through the rear of the building. If needed, accessible parking is available in the front. Our office is located on the second floor, Suite 225. Hours are Monday–Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. If you’re unfamiliar with the location, please call 1-800-500-2525 before your visit and we’ll provide specific directions.