Brandon Arkin, ESQ.

Brandon Arkin is an Elder Law attorney with Solkoff Legal, P.A. representing the elderly, the disabled and their caregivers in all facets of Elder Law including Estate Planning, Asset Protection Planning, Public Benefits, Incapacity Planning, Veteran Benefits, and Special Needs Planning. Brandon gained a passion for helping the elderly after watching his own family struggle to afford the care his grandparents needed. He witnessed how his family was harmed by misinformation regarding Public Benefits and the difficulties they had in navigating the governmental bureaucracy involved with obtaining Medicaid and Veterans Benefits.

Brandon is an active member of the legal community. He has served as a Director on the Board of Dade County Bar Young Lawyers Association and as Executive Council Member of the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar. Brandon also graduated from the inaugural class of the Florida Bar WM. Reece Smith, JR. Leadership Academy and has participated on multiple committees of the Family Law & Elder Law sections of the Florida Bar. Brandon is active in the local community. He has been recognized by Lotus House for providing educational services to woman in distress and has spoken to a variety of organizations about wills and estate planning issues.

Areas of Concentration

Estate Planning

Wills & Trust

Advanced Planning Directives

Elder Law

Honors

Recipient of the Florida Bar Family Law Section Rising Star Award

Dean’s List St. Thomas University School of Law

Legal Leader Dade Legal Aid Put Something Back

Certificate of Appreciation from Lotus House for Outstanding Service and Support

Education

St. Thomas University School of Law (J.D) with a concentration in Elder Law
Florida Atlantic University (B.A. Cum Laude Political Science, Minors in Criminal Justice and Psychology)

Bar Admissions

Florida

Memberships

Inaugural Class of The Florida Bar Leadership Academy
Dade County Bar Association Young Lawyers (Past Board of Director)
Florida Bar Family Law Section
Florida Bar Elder Law Section (Past Executive Council member)

Public Works

“Summary of Selected Case Law” by Brandon Arkin, The Elder Law Advocate, Vol, XXI, No.2 Summer 2013
“When Declining DIC Benefits from The VA is Beneficial” by Brandon Arkin and Jack M. Rosenkranz, The Elder Law Advocate Vol. XVIII, No 3 Fall 2010
Chaired and wrote the materials for “Life After Death: A Practical Approach to What to Do After Someone Passes Away” with speakers Richard Milstein, Esq and Judge Maria Korvick.
“You’ve Got Email” by Brandon Arkin, The Elder Law Advocate
Taught CLE on DIC with A&A vs. NSC Pension with A&A at the 2011 Elder Law Section Retreat which included PowerPoint presentation and 30 pages of written materials.
“Advice for Young Lawyers” by Brandon Arkin, The Elder Law Advocate
“Advice for Young Lawyers” by Brandon Arkin, Famseg, December 2012
Teaching CLE on Educational Benefits for Veterans for the Veterans Benefit University
Co-Chair of the 2012 Elder Law Annual Review & Case Law Update (Formally known as the Certification Review Course)
Co-Chair of the 2013 & 2014 Elder Law Essentials Course
Co-Chair of the 2013 Elder Law Annual Review and Case Law Update
Chair of Tricks of the Trade Baker Act CLE presented by Magistrate Diane Kirigin
Co-Chair of the Dade County Bar Association Family Court Committee “Tips from the masters: What every lawyer needs to know when creating parenting plans”
Co-Chair 2013 Case Law Update: Stay Up to Date and Learn About Recent Developments and Notable Decisions in Family Law That Will Impact Your Practice
Co-Chair of the Family Law Section CLE “How to handle family case involving the Department of Revenue: Everything you need to know from basic battle skills to advanced hearing techniques”

We went to Solkoff Legal for advice on elder law. We needed to know what we could do, what we couldn't do, what we should do and what we shouldn't do. They were great.

Phyllis S.

We have worked with Scott, Heather and the awesome team at Solkoff Legal for many years and have been pleased with their services. We often need a resource who is knowledgeable in elder law and special needs planning in the Delray area and we are confident when recommending this dynamic team. They are responsive, compassionate and all-around good people. I would recommend this group to anyone needing estate planning, elder law or special needs planning for their family.

Ashley G.

When it comes to elder law, trust and estate planning, and medicaid asset protection, there is no name that is better known throughout Florida than SOLKOFF. I have used Solkoff Legal for a long time, as has members of my family and clients whom I have referred. Attorney Scott Solkoff and his staff are true experts in this field, are consummate professionals, and have the client's best interests at heart. In fact, I believe Solkoff has received many awards not only for his humanitarian work in his community, but from his peers for his professional excellence. I would recommend Solkoff to anyone looking for the very best...A+++!

Marc H.

Scott Solkoff is a man of principles and integrity. Always willing to share his vast knowledge on Elder Law and is up to date on the changes of the law. I am happy to call him my Elder Law professor and mentor. You simply can't go wrong with Solkoff Law.

Joseph L

Top elder law attorney. Both personally and professionally, I have utilized Solkoff Law for over 10 years. Personally, he has helped my dad before he passed at 101. His expertise and knowledge helped dad pass in a beautiful assisted living facility because of his work in family asset protection. He has prepare custom documents for me and my wife who is disabled. Professionally, he has helped dozens of my clients in long term care planning and for caring for a child of special needs. I have shared the podium with Scott and have been in meetings with his clients and mine. He is one of the most skilled attorneys that I have ever worked with in 30 years of wealth management practice. His staff is first rate and always responsive to my calls or those of clients. I have gone on end of life hospital visits with him to complete planning to help the family when their loved one is about to pass. Solkoff Legal is first class, knowledgeable, caring and accessible They are the team you want on your side with your planning and problems.

Paul

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Board certification recognizes attorneys’ special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in various areas of law, professionalism, and ethics. Solkoff lawyers are Florida Bar Board Certified Specialists in Elder Law.

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