Law Firm Overview

The primary focus of the practice of Peggy A. Pratscher, Ltd. is Elder Law. The following are some of the services that are commonly associated with an Elder Law practice: wills, probate, estate planning, estate administration, long term care options, healthcare options, life care planning for disabled individuals, special needs trusts, medical and financial directives, Medicaid applications and benefit assistance, asset protection, guardianships and trusts. Peggy A. Pratscher, Ltd. evaluates individual circumstances to determine which services might best meet each client's goals. Peggy also provides real estate closing services.

The practice of Elder Law deals with issues and concerns that face an aging population. However, this should not be viewed as a service only for the elderly. Many of those in the "sandwich generation" are feeling the impact of rearing their children or grandchildren at the same time they are having to deal with the issues of overseeing and providing for aging parents. The reality is that the longer one waits to begin proactive planning, the more likely they will later find themselves in crisis, leaving them unprepared for the difficult decisions that need to be made. Health crises and the resulting financial strains tend to occur rather unexpectedly and they know no age limitations.  

Life care planning may begin very early in life with the event of a catastrophic accident or illness. The situations that occur in one's life, not just one's age, determine the point at which planning for health care needs becomes important. The intent of the goals for this process is to lead clients to higher levels of comfort, personal satisfaction, and peace of mind as they approach, enter and navigate their older years.

Our clients will benefit from an ongoing commitment to personalized services and prompt attention to their individualized legal needs. Clients will recognize a special understanding of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns associated with the aging population. Honesty, integrity and confidentiality, are of utmost importance to the success of the practice. Clients can be assured that their concerns and needs will be met professionally, courteously and with respect for the unique needs of each individual served.

Areas of Practice

• Elder Law 30%
• Estate Planning 25%
• Guardianships & Conservatorships 20%
• Probate & Estate Administration 10%
• Powers of Attorney and Appointment 5%
• Living Wills 3%
• Real Estate Law 4%
• Health & Health Care Law 2%
• Taxation Law 1%

West Practice Categories

Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Appointment, Trusts, Wills, Medicare & Medicaid, Disability, Nursing Home, Title Insurance, Probate & Estate Administration, Estate Administration, Real Estate Law, Residential Real Estate, Estate & Gift Taxation