Jason Neufeld is the Managing Partner of Elder Needs Law, PLLC, and a highly-respected authority in Special Needs and Elder Law, with a distinct focus on Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning and Asset Protection for seniors and disabled adults. An "AV" Preeminent-rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, Jason is recognized among Florida’s top lawyers in Super Lawyers and Florida Trend's Legal Elite (2012-2026).

Jason is proud to be a Board-Certified Elder Law Attorney - a distinction held by an elite few attorneys throughout Florida; which reflects his deep knowledge and dedication to the craft.

His firm, Elder Needs Law, PLLC, is known for delivering vital elder law and special needs planning services, including Special Needs Trust Planning, Medicaid Planning, Asset Protection, Government Benefits Preservation, Estate Planning, and Probate Administration. Jason’s dedication extends beyond client advocacy to professional leadership; he serves on the board of the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys and is Co-Chair of the Broward County Bar Association’s Elder Law Section. An educator and community advocate, Jason regularly provides training on Medicaid Planning to fellow attorneys and presents to organizations across Florida, empowering families and professionals with knowledge about navigating complex benefits.

Jason has authored two books:

1. Special Needs Trust Trustee Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/Special-Needs-Trust-Trustee-Handbook/dp/B0GXBM826M
2. Florida Long Term Care Medicaid Planning Book: https://www.amazon.com/Medicaid-some-your-long-term-expenses/dp/1513634712

Check out some of Jason's videos:

• About Third Party Special Needs Trusts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhIB23zT4VM
• Difference Between SSI and SSDI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxZ0_HSXArc
• About First Party Special Needs Trusts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iubM1E3O6C0
• Do I need a Testamentary Special Needs Trust?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVIVZP-mTK8
• ABLE Accounts vs. Special Needs Trusts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6LHplU_DAM
• How Funds in a Pooled Special Needs Trust Can be Spent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYqUUha-6Gw
• Pooled Trusts vs. Qualified Income Trusts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLLnhr8FwzE

Firm Description

Elder Needs Law, PLLC, is a prominent elder law and special needs planning law firm led by Jason Neufeld, Esq, a Board-Certified Elder Law Attorney, and President-Elect for the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys (2026), dedicated to protecting the rights and financial security of elderly and disabled individuals across the state. ENL serves all of Florida remotely or is available to meet, in person, at one of our four offices:

• Aventura (Miami-Dade)
• Plantation (Broward) 
• Boca Raton (Palm Beach) and
• Spring Hill (Hernando)
• Anywhere in Florida over Zoom

ENL serves clients throughout Florida with a primary focus on Special Needs and Medicaid eligibility planning - helping individuals aged 18 and older, who are elderly or disabled, preserve and protect their ability to qualify for critical government benefits.

The firm's attorneys work closely with individuals, families, and caregivers to develop proactive strategies that safeguard assets to obtain or maintaining eligibility for Medicaid and other essential programs. Elder Needs Law also specializes in the drafting and administration of Special Needs Trusts, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can receive inheritances, settlements, or gifted funds without jeopardizing their eligibility for means-tested government benefits. In addition, the firm provides comprehensive estate planning and probate services, guiding clients through every stage of the planning process with compassion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for those they serve and the families who love them.

The firm’s services encompass the ‘Special Needs and Elder Law Umbrella’, including Medicaid Planning, Asset Protection Planning and Asset/Wealth Preservation, Incapacity Planning, Special Needs Trusts and Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship.

Jason has authored two books: 

1. Special Needs Trust Trustee Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/Special-Needs-Trust-Trustee-Handbook/dp/B0GXBM826M/
2. How to Get Medicaid to Pay for LTC Expenses: https://www.amazon.com/Medicaid-some-your-long-term-expenses/dp/1513634712

Jason also provides free resources to the general public via his popular youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@elderneedslaw

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