Residents of Roslyn Heights and the surrounding North Shore communities know that when it comes to Elder Law and estate planning, working with local attorneys who truly understand the nuances of Long Island life makes a big difference. At The Law Office of Stephen J. Silverberg, clients receive more than legal documents – they receive strategic guidance shaped by decades of experience and deep community roots.
Stephen J. Silverberg and Scott B. Silverberg have long-standing ties to Roslyn Heights and the greater Nassau County communities. Their familiarity with local real estate values and healthcare systems allows them to provide tailored advice that takes regional factors into account – something an online generic estate planning service simply can’t do.
When a client lives in Roslyn Heights, they can be confident the advice they receive is relevant, realistic, and rooted in a clear understanding of local conditions.
This connection isn’t just professional – it’s also personal. Stephen Silverberg has spent his entire life in the Roslyn Heights area. He is active in his synagogue and understands the values and concerns of Long Island families because they are his own. Scott Silverberg also grew up in the community, attended local schools and built friendships that continue to this day. Their shared history gives the firm a unique perspective on how family dynamics evolve and how estate plans must adapt.
Planning for the future on Long Island requires attention to specific legal and financial issues unique to the region. The high real estate value in neighborhoods like Roslyn Heights can easily push estates into taxable territory, especially in light of New York State’s estate tax rules. The Attorneys at The Law Office of Stephen J. Silverberg are skilled in navigating these complexities, incorporating advanced tax strategies to minimize estate and income tax burdens for clients and their heirs.
The firm is known for its skilled handling of the full range of Elder Law issues, including Medicaid planning, long term care options, and incapacity planning. With the high cost of assisted living and skilled nursing home care on Long Island, planning ahead is a necessity. The firm helps clients create comprehensive strategies, including Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts (MAPTs), Powers of Attorney, Health Care Proxies and the other Elder Law tools used to ensure loved ones are cared for while protecting family assets.
Many Roslyn Heights residents are caring for aging parents while raising their own children. The firm’s attorneys understand the emotional and logistical challenges facing this generation and provides compassionate guidance to make complex decisions easier.
Clients of Stephen J. Silverberg and Scott B. Silverberg benefit from the skills and knowledge of two Elder Law practitioners with outstanding dedication to their profession. Both are involved with the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), taking on leadership positions, actively working to promote improved legislation for seniors on a national and state level and helping colleagues grow their own careers.
Their commitment to the profession extends to achieving advanced degrees in the law. Stephen Silverberg is a NAELA Fellow, the highest honor awarded to recognize both his leadership in advancing the needs of seniors and his dedication to the Elder Law profession. Mr. Silverberg holds the Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) credential—there are fewer than 600 attorneys in America.
In addition to graduating from Cornell University’s highly competitive School of Industrial and Labor Relations and Fordham Law School, Scott Silverberg holds an LLM from the prestigious L.L.M. (Master of Laws) in Elder Law from the prestigious Stetson University School of Law. He is also a member of the Estate Planning of Nassau County, an invitation only chapter of the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils. Scott has also held numerous roles with the national and local chapter of NAELA.
This extensive experience in their practice areas plus years of knowledge of life on Long Island and in New York State give clients of Stephen Silverberg and Scott Silverberg the confidence of working with attorneys who understand their concerns and challenges.
Long Island’s property values and overall tax climate come into play in many estate plans. There are state-specific tools in New York used to address tax planning and ensuring assets are protected. The firm is also well-versed in ERISA and pension law, as Stephen Silverberg’s experience in pensions and the federal law Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 for high income professionals informs the estate plans created to protect their retirement plans from taxes, healthcare costs, and other issues.
New York State in general and Nassau County in particular face certain estate planning challenges for residents. Residents of Nassau County enjoy high property values, but these are impacted by high property taxes. The successful business owner in Nassau County benefits from close access to New York City, but the high cost of living makes hiring and retaining employees challenging. Because of the unique nature of Nassau County, estate planning needs a foundation including tax planning.
Long term care in Nassau and Suffolk counties has its own issues. Long Islanders enjoy some of the best healthcare in the nation, both on Long Island and by its proximity to New York City, where leading specialists and specialty hospitals are based. However, the cost of long-term care is dramatically higher than most areas in the country. A large part of the Elder Law practice of the firm is helping clients protect a lifetime of assets from the cost of long term care.
Contact The Law Office of Stephen J. Silverberg to discuss your Elder Law and estate planning needs. We are your neighbors as well as nationally recognized attorneys and look forward to meeting you.