Bailey Liipfert
Certified Elder Law Attorney
Bailey Liipfert, III of Winston-Salem, North Carolina is firm principal of Liipfert Law Group, PLLC. He is of counsel to the firm of Walker Lambe, PLLC, Durham, North Carolina. Bailey is a Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation and by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.
Winston-Salem, a city located in the state of North Carolina (NC), is home to a population of approximately 427,706 people. Winston-Salem boasts a median age of 35.7, with around 20.6% of its residents aged 60 or above. 5.6% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 12.3% of Winston-Salem residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $54,416, while the unemployment rate stands at 6.2%, and around 18.4% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Winston-Salem is $186,377, with a monthly rent averaging $956.
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.
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.
