About

Thomas Begley Jr is a highly experienced lawyer in Moorestown-Lenola, New Jersey with over 50 years of experience in Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Trusts, Disability Law, and Personal Injury Consulting. Learn more about his background and expertise below. A lifelong resident of Southern New Jersey, Thomas Begley Jr earned both his undergraduate and law degrees at Georgetown University. With a career spanning over 50 years, he has extensive experience in various areas of law, including Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Trusts, Disability Law, and Personal Injury Consulting. In addition to his legal practice, Thomas Begley Jr is also an accredited attorney for the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims for veteran’s benefits before the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). He is a member of the New Jersey Bar Association, all relevant state and local affiliates, and the National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers. Thomas Begley Jr has held leadership positions within the legal community, serving as the past Chair of the Elder and Disability Law Section and the Real Property Probate and Trust Law Sections of the New Jersey State Bar Association. He is a Certified Elder Law Lawyer, a Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers, and a recipient of the NAELA President’s Award. As a founding member of the Special Needs Alliance, Thomas Begley Jr is dedicated to serving families of persons with disabilities. He has received prestigious awards such as the Alfred E. Clapp award and the Marilyn Askin Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to the field. Thomas Begley Jr has authored several publications, including the Special Needs Trust Handbook, Representing the Elderly Client, and Representing the Elderly or Disabled Client; Forms and Checklists with Commentary. He is also a member of the editorial board of Estate Planning Magazine. Recognized for his professional excellence and ethical standards, Thomas Begley Jr is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and is a New Jersey Super Lawyer®. Outside of his legal practice, he enjoys spending time with his family, including his 14 grandchildren, and supporting his favorite team, the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Elder Law

Estate Planning

Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills

Real Estate Law

Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law

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