Texas Elder Law Attorney: Find One by City

A Texas elder law attorney handles Medicaid long-term care planning through STAR+PLUS, nursing home costs and contracts, guardianship, statutory power of attorney, homestead, and asset protection — all with the Texas-specific rules these matters require. Start with the city where the care decision is happening, or with the issue you are facing.

What is unique about Texas elder law?

STAR+PLUS. Texas delivers long-term services and supports for many adults through STAR+PLUS managed care. Plan selection and access to home- and community-based services matters as much as eligibility on paper.
Income cap + Miller trusts. Texas is an income-cap state, so high-income applicants commonly use a Qualified Income Trust (Miller trust) to qualify.
Constitutional homestead. Texas homestead protection is among the strongest in the country and affects Medicaid, creditor, and estate planning decisions in ways that look unusual from outside Texas.
Guardianship reform. Texas has actively pushed less-restrictive alternatives (supports and supported decision-making) before guardianship; an elder law attorney can advise on the right approach.

See the Texas Medicaid landing page: Texas Medicaid planning attorneys.

When to call a Texas elder law attorney

A Texas parent is heading into a nursing home or assisted living and you do not have a payment plan.
You are weighing transferring or gifting assets — stop and call first to avoid a Medicaid penalty.
A Texas hospital is talking about discharge to rehab or to a facility and you have questions about Medicare days or Medicaid.
A statutory durable power of attorney or medical power of attorney is being asked for late, after capacity is in doubt.
You suspect financial exploitation, neglect, or abuse of an elderly Texan.
You are considering Texas guardianship or a less-restrictive alternative.

Texas costs & nursing home context

Texas nursing home costs vary widely by region; Texas nursing home costs & Medicaid planning walks through typical ranges. Before any placement becomes final, check the facility’s inspection and staffing record at SeniorCareReportCard.com so the legal plan and the care plan match.

How to evaluate a Texas elder law attorney

Practice focus is elder law and Medicaid, not just estate planning.
State Bar of Texas license current, with clean disciplinary history.
Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization (where applicable), or active NAELA member.
Familiar with your county\u2019s probate court for guardianship matters.
Clear fee structure in writing — flat or hourly — with a total estimate.

Frequently asked questions

What does a Texas elder law attorney do?

A Texas elder law attorney helps families with Medicaid long-term care planning (STAR+PLUS), nursing home costs and contracts, guardianship, statutory durable power of attorney and medical power of attorney, homestead and asset protection, and elder exploitation cases. The work is built around Texas-specific rules that differ from other states.

How is Texas Medicaid for long-term care delivered?

Texas delivers most long-term services and supports through STAR+PLUS, a Medicaid managed-care program. Texas is also an income-cap state for nursing facility and waiver eligibility, which means high-income applicants often need a Qualified Income Trust (a Miller trust) to qualify. Texas attorneys regularly set these up.

Does Texas have a Medicaid 5-year look-back?

Yes. Texas applies the federal 5-year look-back for long-term care Medicaid. Uncompensated transfers in that window can trigger a penalty period during which Medicaid will not pay. Always speak with a Texas elder law attorney before moving assets.

How does Texas homestead protection affect planning?

Texas has constitutional homestead protection that is among the strongest in the country. The homestead is generally not a countable asset for Medicaid (subject to equity and intent-to-return rules), and it has powerful creditor protection. Decisions about selling, transferring, or retitling a Texas homestead should be made with a Texas attorney who understands the trade-offs.

Where in Texas can I find an elder law attorney?

We list elder-law-relevant attorneys across Texas cities including Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi, Plano, Lubbock, Laredo, and Irving. Use the city list on this page to start where the care decision is actually happening.

How much does a Texas elder law attorney cost?

Most Texas elder law attorneys quote flat fees for defined work (a Medicaid plan and application, a power of attorney package, a guardianship petition) and bill hourly for complex or contested matters. Always ask for a written fee estimate up front.

ElderLawLocator is an attorney directory service, not a law firm. We do not provide legal advice or representation. Listings are informational source-signal listings, not recommendations or endorsements. Always verify a current State Bar of Texas license, discipline, certification, fees, and fit directly with the attorney and the State Bar of Texas.

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