Yussman Special Needs Law is a specialized legal practice dedicated exclusively to special needs and estate planning law. Founded by Jeff Yussman, a retired partner and parent of two special needs children, the firm combines deep personal understanding with extensive professional expertise, offering the convenience of an East End office supported by the resources of a multi-state practice.
The firm’s attorneys are recognized experts who provide holistic and practical guidance tailored to the unique challenges of planning for individuals with disabilities. They serve families, collaborate with other attorneys on complex cases, and assist in mediations as neutral or partisan consultants. With over 20 years of recognition in The Best Lawyers in America and leadership in the Special Needs Alliance, the team ensures clients receive knowledgeable and compassionate representation focused on preserving government benefits and securing long-term care.
Services Offered
- Special Needs Trust Planning
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship
- Consulting & Advisory Services for Families and Attorneys
- Government Benefits Preservation
- Mediation Services (Neutral or Partisan Consultant)
- Elder Law
- Trusts and Estates Law
- Disability Law
- Transition Planning for Young Adults with Special Needs
The firm is highly regarded in the legal community, with accolades including a Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating, inclusion in Kentucky Super Lawyers, and features in professional publications. Jeff Yussman’s role as Past President of the Special Needs Alliance underscores the firm’s national leadership and commitment to advancing special needs law.
