Help for Seniors

The Elder Law Project provides legal advice and representation to Pinellas and Manatee County residents who are 60 years of age or older, or persons who are 55 years of age or older who are caring for minor children, or disabled adults  in Manatee County .  The term “Elder Law” applies to many different areas of the law.  The list below can provide you with an idea of the type of legal problem that GLS would be willing to handled.   While there are no specific financial eligibility requirements, the Project targets its services to those with the greatest economic and social need.  Please be advised that as much as we would like to help every senior who applies for our services, we cannot accept every case due to limited resources. Case acceptance will depend on the circumstances of each case, and staff availability.  If you have special needs due to illness or disability, we may be able to arrange a home visit.

For appointments in Pinellas County call  (727) 821-3340  between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

For appointments in Manatee County call  (941) 746-6151  between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

For appointments in Sarasota County call  (941) 366-1746  between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday

Family Law Assistance:
Relative Caregivers Adoption
Dependency Cases
Limited Power of Attorney 
Dissolution of Marriage		   Housing Issues:
Landlord/Tenant Disputes
Mortgage Foreclosures  Defense
Federally Subsidized Housing
Bankruptcy (to save home)
     

Consumer Protection:
Medical Bills
Contracts
Public Utilities
Bankruptcy advice
Debt Collection Defense
Defending Garnishment of Social Security and Wages

  

Health and Public Benefits:
Social Security
SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Unemployment Compensation
Food Stamps
 
     
Individual Rights:
Living Wills
Affidavits of Health Care Proxy
Health Care Surrogates
Durable Powers of Attorney
Abuse and Exploitation
Representation of victims of domestic violence to obtain protective orders against abusers
Exploitation by family member

 

 

Disclaimer: The GLS web site is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered.  Always recheck this site for updated information and supplements, and use other sources to determine if there are more recent developments than those posted here, or if there are special rules for individual jurisdictions.  This web site cannot substitute for the independent judgment and skills of a competent attorney or other professional.  Non-attorneys are cautioned against using these materials to conduct a lawsuit without advice or assistance from an attorney.  Non-attorneys are also cautioned against engaging in conduct which might be considered the unauthorized practice of law.