Schofner Law Firm is a dedicated elder law practice serving seniors and their families throughout Florida’s Tampa Bay area. With a focus exclusively on the complex legal needs of older adults, the firm stands out through its deep specialization in Medicaid planning, nursing home advocacy, and comprehensive estate planning, guided by attorney Ted Schofner’s extensive experience since 1982.
The firm adopts a compassionate and patient approach, recognizing the sensitive nature of elder law issues. Ted Schofner, a Supreme Court Certified Civil Circuit Court Mediator and Arbitrator, brings notable expertise in nursing home abuse and neglect litigation, having been selected as an arbitrator in pioneering Florida cases. The practice is ideal for seniors, their families, and caregivers seeking knowledgeable guidance through Medicaid eligibility, asset protection, and long-term care planning.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning
- Probate / Estate Administration / Trust Settlement
- Medicaid Planning, Applications, and Appeals
- Wills
- Trusts
- Special Needs Trusts
- Nursing Home Abuse / Neglect
- Mediation and Arbitration
- Bankruptcy
Serving the Tampa Bay region including Largo, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, the firm is led by an attorney licensed in Florida, Illinois, and the District of Columbia. Ted Schofner is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and frequently lectures on elder law issues, underscoring the firm’s commitment to advocacy and education in the community.
