Ozarks Elder Law of Bolivar

Ozarks Elder Law of Bolivar is a Lawyer in Bolivar, MO. The firm specializes in estate planning, Medicaid coverage, guardianship, powers of attorney, probate, veterans benefits, and special needs planning. These services are designed to help clients protect assets, avoid probate, and navigate the complexities of long-term care and disability planning. The practice serves individuals and families who need guidance on legal, medical, financial, and social issues related to aging and disability.

Founded in 2002 by Lois Zerrer, the firm has maintained a sole focus on the legal needs of the elderly and disabled for 20 years. The team approaches client issues from multiple perspectives, including legal, medical, financial, and family considerations, with an emphasis on promoting the highest quality of life. Attorneys at the firm include Lori Rook, the managing partner, and Elyse Hartley, a partner who grew up on a farm in central Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri School of Law. Mel Myears Smith joined the firm in 2021 after serving as a Senior Assistant in the Greene County Prosecuting Attorney’s office, where she handled cases concerning sexual abuse and elder abuse. She holds law licenses in Missouri and Texas and is proficient in Spanish. Katherine Douglas-Johnson, another attorney, holds degrees from UMKC and specializes in litigation, estate planning, and special needs planning. She is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association. The firm meets with clients in various settings, including their residences, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or hospital rooms, to accommodate those who are unable to travel.

The office is located at 122 S Springfield Ave, situated on South Springfield Avenue. It is about a short distance from East Broadway Street and Town Branch creek. Bolivar City Hall and North Ward School are also nearby, within a short drive of the firm's location.

Ozarks Elder Law of Bolivar provides specialized legal support for estate and elder law matters in the Bolivar community, offering personalized strategies to protect clients' assets and wishes.