Virginia’s Go To Lawyers – Elder Law: Lindsay Coley

Lindsey A. Coley
Founding Attorney
Coley Law Firm
Smith Mountain Lake

Education

B.S. Elon University, B.S.
MBA University of Dayton School of Business
J.D. University of Dayton School of Law

What services within elder law are you best known for?

• Guardianships/Conservatorships
• Medicaid Planning
• Estate Planning

Please describe a signature case or representation.

I enjoy working with all of my clients and helping them preserve their assets and put the proper documents in place to make it easier on their loved ones.

What do you find most satisfying about law practice?

I enjoy being able to help families protect their loved ones, plan for long-term care needs and preserve assets for their children.

Describe your approach to advising clients.

I listen to my clients explain their goals and I create a plan to achieve them.

What is the best career advice you’ve received?

Treat others the way you want to be treated. This is not only career advice, but advice for all aspects of life.

What developments or changes in elder law do you expect to see in the coming year?

I anticipate more changes to the Medicaid rules and regulations.