Top Elder Lawyers Near Me in Fairfield Area

Lyn Eliovson is the founder and principal of our practice, devoted since its start to elder law and its complex sub-specialties — Medicaid/Title XIX eligibility, planning and applications… estate planning… asset protection… nursing home admissions… wills and trusts… special needs trusts… probate and conservatorship — while particularly focused on the many new issues and legislative changes rising to challenge us as we live longer than any generation before.. Attorney Eliovson is a member of the Elder Law Section of the  DSC_2016Connecticut Bar Association, its Estate and Probate Section, and past Co-Chairperson of the Stamford/Norwalk Regional Bar's Elder Law Committee. She is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). She is also a member of the Greater Bridgeport Bar Association’s Estates and Trusts and Elder Law Committees. Attorney Eliovson has served on the Board of Directors of the Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging (SWCAA), the Greater Bridgeport Elderly Services Council and on the boards of several local civic groups. She is also on the Board of the Connecticut Geriatric Association.. Attorney Eliovson is the author of A Holistic Approach for Elder Law Clients and The Renaissance Practitioner, and Elder Law as a Multi-Disciplinary Practice, both published by The Connecticut Law Tribune. She is on the Faculty of the Medical Educational Services (MEDS) Workshop Understanding and Working with Institutional Medicaid for the Elderly in an Era of Constantly Shrinking Benefits, and is a frequent speaker at continuing education centers, senior centers, hospitals, support groups, AARP events, National Medical Educational Services programs, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, and other agencies and institutions. Attorney Eliovson received her J.D. Degree, with high honors, from Quinnipiac University School of Law; her B.A. Degree, magna cum laude with the Academic Medal of Excellence, from Sacred Heart University (inducted to Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society); and her A.A.S. Degree, summa cum laude, from SUNY (inducted to Sigma Delta Sigma Honor Society).

Christine Tenore joined the Fairfield, Connecticut elder law firm in 2000. Her talent, perception and sensitivity have earned the respect of clients and members of our team alike.. Her prior professional experience in the medical field — encompassing nursing home administration and resident’s rights and activities — adds special depth and insight to her commitment to successfully resolve each client's personal goals and legal needs. She brings empathy, understanding and creativity to each client and family's often complex and emotional issues.. Christine is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), the Connecticut Chapter of NAELA, the Fairfield County Bar Association, and the Executive Committee of the Elder Law and Trusts and Estates Sections of the Connecticut Bar Association. She is also a member of the Greater Bridgeport Elderly Services Council and the Connecticut Geriatrics Society.. Christine is a an accomplished pianist and organist. She is a volunteer accompanist with Arts for the Community of Weston. Through semi-annual concerts, this 501(c )(3) organization raises funds and awareness for local charities, such as the Senior Centers, Norwalk Family and Children’s Aid, Rescue Missions, Soup Kitchens and Domestic Violence Chapters.. Christine practices in the areas of Life and Estate Planning: Title XIX/Medicaid planning and application, Wills, Trusts, Conservatorships, Estate Planning and Estate Administration.. Christine is a graduate of Pace University School of Law, Cum Laude, and is admitted to the Connecticut Bar. She received her B.A. in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry from S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Elder attorney serving clients in Fairfield and surrounding areas.