Craig C. Reaves, CELA, is an attorney with Reaves Law Firm PC, in Kansas City, Missouri. He practices law in Kansas and Missouri with major emphasis in the areas of estate planning, elder law, special needs trusts and planning for persons who have a disability. He has been an adjunct professor of law and teaches an elder law course at both the University of Kansas School of Law and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law since 2002. Reaves was one of the first attorneys to become a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation, and has continued to be certified since 1995. He is listed in Who’s Who In American Law and Who’s Who in America. He has been selected for inclusion on the Kansas and Missouri Super Lawyers list for every year since 2005 and has been included in the current editions of The Best Lawyers in America since 2007.
Reaves Law Firm PC
Overview
Reaves Law Firm PC Location
About Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, located on the western edge of Missouri, straddles the border with Kansas. It is famous for its barbecue, jazz heritage, and fountains. Furthermore, the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District in the downtown area is home to the American Jazz Museum, which shares a building with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.About Elder Law
Elder law is a specialized area of law that focuses on the legal needs and concerns of aging adults, typically those over the age of 65. It covers a wide range of legal and practical issues that affect seniors, their caretakers, and family members. The primary goal of elder law is to provide holistic legal advice and support to older adults and those who are disabled, allowing them to preserve and protect their rights, values, and interests.
Elder law is not limited to any specific legal problem but rather focuses on the specific needs and challenges faced by the elderly population. The field of elder law aims to ensure that seniors have access to the necessary legal protections and support to enhance their quality of life and overall well-being.
What is an Elder Law Attorney?
Elder law attorneys specialize in addressing various legal matters related to aging, including estate planning, retirement benefits, health care planning, long-term care options, capacity and decision-making, public benefits, conservatorship, and administration of estates. They provide guidance and assistance in navigating complex legal processes and ensure that the unique needs and concerns of older individuals are met.