Probate & Trust Administration
Steady guidance for executors and trustees settling a loved one's estate.
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Elder Law & Estate Planning
Attorney in Warwick, RI
Protect your home, your savings, and your family's future with personalized elder law and estate planning services in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Protect What Matters Most
The cost of long-term care can quickly consume a lifetime of savings. Many families worry about protecting the family home, qualifying for Medicaid, and making sure their wishes are respected.
Whether you are planning ahead, helping an aging parent, or facing an immediate need for nursing home care, Pickering Law provides personalized guidance for families throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Estate Planning
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Medicaid Planning
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Dementia & Alzheimer's Planning
Planning for care, decision-making and finances after a diagnosis.
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Special Needs Planning
Providing for a loved one with a disability while preserving benefits.
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Get Answers to Your Questions.
Every family's situation is unique. We take the time to listen, explain your options clearly, and support you from your first conversation through every next step.
Medicaid planning can help your family understand eligibility requirements, assess options for protecting assets, and prepare for the cost of long-term care — with a clear plan and a steady guide.
Learn About Medicaid PlanningExtensive Medicaid Knowledge
Medicaid rules are complex and change often. We focus on helping families understand eligibility requirements and the options available to them.
Clear Legal Guidance
We explain your choices in plain language so you can make informed decisions without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
Responsive, Personal Service
You work directly with your attorney, and your questions receive timely, thoughtful answers.
Holistic Approach
We consider your health, family, finances and goals together, so your plan fits your whole life — not just one document.
Peace of Mind
Our goal is for you and your family to leave every meeting feeling more confident about what comes next.
Meet Founder and Owner
Laura Pickering
Laura Pickering is a lifelong Rhode Island resident who founded Pickering Law to give families clear, compassionate guidance through some of life's most important decisions.
Her practice focuses on elder law, Medicaid planning and estate planning. Laura works directly with each client, taking the time to understand their family, goals and concerns before recommending a plan.
A Clear Path Forward
Changes in health, care needs, finances and family responsibilities often arrive without warning. Elder law and estate planning help your family prepare — so decisions are made thoughtfully, and the people you love know exactly what you want.
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Schedule a Consultation
Call the office or complete the website form to arrange a meeting.
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Understand Your Options
We review your circumstances and explain the legal options available to you.
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Create Your Plan
We develop a practical plan based on your needs, family, and financial circumstances.
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Take the Next Steps
We help implement your plan through legal documents, Medicaid planning, or estate administration.
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Whether you need help with Medicaid planning, estate planning, or settling a loved one's estate, Pickering Law can help you understand your options and plan your next steps.