Skilled Elder Law And Estate Planning Guidance
Families in Garden City and across New York often face difficult choices when health care costs rise or estate matters become pressing. At NY Elder Law Group, we focus on providing steady guidance that helps the middle class protect savings, secure long-term care and create estate plans tailored to real-life needs. Our firm brings together decades of experience in Medicaid planning, elder law and estate planning. We serve clients in the Boros, Nassau County, New York City and surrounding communities with honesty and compassion.
Our Practice Areas
We assist clients with a wide range of elder law and planning services:
- Medicaid planning: We help families qualify for benefits while preserving assets and avoiding unnecessary financial strain.
- Elder law representation: We provide legal support for senior needs, including medicaid, powers of attorney and health care directives.
- Estate planning strategies: We design wills, trusts, and other tools to protect family wealth and ensure your wishes are carried out.
- Long-term care goals: We guide clients in preparing for nursing home or in-home care costs while safeguarding financial security.
These areas overlap in many ways, and our team takes a holistic approach to help families maintain financial stability while preparing for the future.
Meet Our Team
Lori R. Somekh – Founder
Lori R. Somekh has more than 40 years of experience practicing elder law and estate planning. She provides seasoned counsel on wills, trusts and Medicaid eligibility, and she is known for her thoughtful approach to each client’s circumstances.
Sharon Zirkiev – Associate Attorney
Sharon Zirkiev, associate attorney, supports clients with Medicaid applications, estate administration and long-term care planning. She brings energy and dedication to families seeking reliable legal help.
Kaina Pasteur – Paralegal
Kaina Pasteur is a dedicated and passionate paralegal with NY Elder Law Group, a firm specializing in Estate Planning (Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Health Care Proxies), Medicaid Planning and Medicaid applications, and Probate and Administration proceedings with Surrogate’s Court. With a strong commitment to serving her community, Ms. Pasteur plays a key role in ensuring that clients receive expert legal assistance in these critical areas.
Reka Bergeron – Paralegal
After growing up in sunny California, Reka Bergeron eventually found her way to SUNY Binghamton, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Law. The most frequently asked question Reka gets is what brought her from California to Binghamton of all places, and the answer is simple – the weather! Despite the cold winters, Reka’s undergraduate career in Binghamton fueled her fervor for the legal environment and sparked her deep interest in justice and advocacy, especially in the elder law field.
Janet Pietrunti – Care Coordinator
Janet Pietrunti (Care Coordinator) – With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, Janet Pietrunti brings compassion, dedication, and a deep understanding to every family she serves. Her background includes specialized work with dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, which has shaped her empathetic and patient-centered approach to care.
Miles Ventura – Paralegal
Miles Ventura is a paralegal with NY Elder Law Group.
Bob Sanfratello – Client Services Advisor
Born and raised on Long Island, NY.
Why Clients Turn To Us
Clients choose NY Elder Law Group because we emphasize practical solutions for middle class families. We understand the risks of losing savings to nursing home costs and the importance of protecting assets for future generations. Whether you need guidance on estate planning, powers of attorney or guardianship, our attorneys are ready to help.
Speak With Our Team
If you are considering estate planning or need elder law advice, talk with NY Elder Law Group today. Call 516-246-8319 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with an attorney who understands the financial challenges families face.