Your Family. Your Legacy.
Your Plan.
You don't need to figure this out on your own. I'm Shlomo Himmel — attorney and emergency room nurse. I've seen firsthand what families go through when there's no plan in place — the fear, the confusion, the impossible decisions no one was prepared to make. I bring compassion, care, and dedication from the bedside to your planning session. Let me focus on your legal matters so you can focus on what really matters.
46% of Americans say protecting assets from probate is their #1 estate planning goal — yet most don't have a plan in place.
A Plan Now Costs a Fraction of No Plan Later.
Every estate plan I create comes with a clear, flat fee — no hourly billing, no surprises. Here's how the numbers compare in New Jersey.
Without a Plan
With a Plan
87% of Americans are concerned about the impact of taxes on assets passed to heirs. An estate plan addresses that head-on — for a fraction of the cost of going without one.
Everything Your Family Needs. One Complete Plan.
Every estate plan is tailored to your family. Here's what we'll build together — all for a single flat fee.
Wills & Living Trusts
Decide exactly who inherits what — and keep your family out of probate court. A trust also keeps everything private and avoids months of delay.
Powers of Attorney
Name someone you trust to manage finances and legal decisions if you ever can't. Without this, your family has to go to court for permission.
Healthcare Directives
Healthcare proxies, living wills, and advance directives — drafted by an attorney who's used them clinically in emergency departments.
Guardianship Designations
Name who raises your children if something happens to you. Without a written designation, a judge decides — and your wishes aren't part of the record.
You've Been Meaning to Do This. Let's Make It Easy.
97% of Americans believe discussing estate plans with family is important — but only 39% have actually had that conversation. If any of this sounds like you, you're exactly who I help.
"I don't even know where to start."
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney — the legal terminology alone is enough to close the browser tab. That's why I walk you through everything in plain English. No jargon, no confusion.
"I don't think I have enough to justify it."
Estate planning isn't about being wealthy. If you have children, a home, a retirement account, or opinions about your own medical care — you have enough. It's about who makes decisions when you can't.
"I'm healthy and young — I have time."
I spent years as an ER nurse. Emergencies don't wait for the right time. The families who had a plan in place were the ones who could focus on what actually mattered in those moments.
"I started once but never finished."
That's more common than you'd think. Whether you have a half-done template or just an idea of what you want, I'll take it from wherever you are to done — usually within two to three weeks.
An Attorney Who Answers the Phone. A Nurse Who Understands the Stakes.
I'm Shlomo Himmel — a licensed attorney in New Jersey and New York, and a Registered Nurse who spent years in the emergency departments of Level I trauma centers.
That background shapes how I practice estate planning. When I draft a healthcare directive, I know what "incapacity" actually looks like at 2 AM in an ICU. When I prepare a power of attorney, I've seen what happens when families don't have one. Every document I write is informed by real clinical experience — not just legal training.
I started my own practice because I saw too many families pay large-firm prices for impersonal service. You deserve thoughtful, expert guidance — and you deserve to know exactly what it costs before you begin.
When you work with me, I personally handle every part of your plan. Every consultation, every document, every signing — one attorney, one relationship, one flat fee. No handoffs, no hourly billing, no surprises.
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What Makes Working With Me Different.
One Attorney. Start to Finish.
Your estate plan is never handed off to an associate or drafted by a paralegal. I personally handle every consultation, every document, and every signing — one attorney, one relationship, from first call to final signature.
A Lawyer Who's Also a Nurse
I've used healthcare directives on the clinical side — in Level I trauma centers at 2 AM. When I draft yours, it's built by someone who's seen what actually matters when it matters most.
Flat Fee. Fast Turnaround. No Surprises.
You'll know exactly what your plan costs before we start. Most clients are signed and done in two to three weeks. A clear, focused process — no hourly billing, no dragging things out.
Three Simple Steps to Peace of Mind.
Most clients go from first call to signed documents in two to three weeks. Here's exactly how it works.
Your Planning Call
A free, no-pressure conversation where I learn about your family and goals. You'll leave with a clear understanding of what you need and a flat-fee quote — before anything begins.
Your Plan Design Session
We walk through your options together — will vs. trust, powers of attorney, healthcare directives — and I design your plan around what matters most to your family. Then I draft everything for your review.
Signing & Peace of Mind
Your final documents are reviewed with you and properly signed. Your wishes are on paper, your family is protected, and you can stop thinking about this — because it's done.
Good Questions. Clear Answers.
These are the things most people want to know before getting started.
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We Also Help With
Estate planning is our flagship — but our clients trust us with more. Each practice area benefits from the same flat-fee approach and personal attention.
Real Estate
Buying or selling a home in New Jersey? I handle contracts, negotiations, and closings — so you can focus on the move, not the paperwork.
Learn More →Elder Law & Medicaid
Medicaid planning, guardianship, and long-term care counsel from an attorney with clinical nursing experience who understands the medical realities of aging.
Learn More →Probate & Estate Admin
Lost a loved one and need to navigate probate? I guide executors and administrators through every step — filings, distributions, and court appearances.
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277 North Broad Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Evenings & Weekends: By Appointment
Also serving: Cranford, Westfield, Scotch Plains, Linden, Rahway, Summit & all of Union, Essex, Middlesex, and Bergen counties.
Let's Get Your Family Protected.
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