Donna Irvin Sobel Law Office is a distinguished elder law practice based in Bradenton, Florida, specializing in the complex legal issues faced by seniors and their families. As Manatee County’s first Board Certified Elder Law attorney, Donna Irvin Sobel brings unparalleled expertise and a deeply personal understanding to her practice, helping clients protect their assets, ensure their wishes are honored, and preserve family harmony.
Founded in 1992, the firm offers proven solutions rooted in firsthand experience, having guided the attorney through her own family’s elder care crisis. The practice focuses on proactive and emergency planning for incapacity, long-term care financing, and post-death administration, serving seniors, veterans, and families navigating aging, illness, or loss. Their approach emphasizes early planning to maximize options and avoid costly mistakes.
Services Offered
- Elder law attorney services
- Planning for incapacity and death
- Personal and health care planning
- Durable powers of attorney
- Living wills with health care surrogate designations
- Pre-death planning documents including wills and trusts
- Paying for care advice and planning
- Public benefits guidance
- Medicaid eligibility planning and assistance
- Veterans benefits assistance
- VA Pension with Aid & Attendance
- Irrevocable trusts for asset protection
- After death estate and trust administration
- Fiduciary representation during probate proceedings
- Assistance with trust administration and finalization
- Serving as personal representative and/or trustee
The firm primarily serves clients in Bradenton and Manatee County, with a focus on Florida seniors, veterans, and families seeking compassionate, expert guidance through the legal challenges of aging and end-of-life planning.
