Certified Elder Law and Estate Planning

Certified Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorney in Washington, DC

Elder law attorney David Jonathan Taylor helps individuals and their loved ones protect themselves and their wealth as they age. Plan for long-term care, avoid guardianship and probate delays, and ensure a smooth transition after death.

Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA)

David is certified by the National Elder Law Foundation—the only national organization accredited by the American Bar Association to certify attorneys in elder and special needs law.

David Jonathan Taylor, CELA, Certified Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorney in Washington, DC

Serving individuals and their loved ones throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

Regional Experience & Guidance

Admitted in Virginia (2002), Washington, DC (2004), and Maryland (2014), with guidance tailored to the laws and procedures of each jurisdiction.

Ongoing Support

Estate planning evolves into elder law, trust administration, and fiduciary representation as life, health, assets, and responsibilities change.

How we help

Legal Guidance for Every Stage of Aging and Estate Planning

Right Size Law provides coordinated strategies—not isolated documents—so your decisions, assets, care needs, and loved ones are protected as circumstances change.

Elder Law Planning

Coordinate legal, financial, long-term care, incapacity, and asset-protection decisions for older adults and their loved ones.

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Estate Planning

Coordinate ownership, decision-makers, and inheritance so your plan works during your lifetime and after death.

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Medicaid Planning

Develop legal strategies for long-term care Medicaid eligibility while protecting assets and financial security.

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Long-Term Care & Asset Protection Planning

Prepare for future care costs while preserving independence, personal choice, and family financial security.

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Guardianship & Incapacity Planning

Put trusted decision-makers and clear legal authority in place before a health crisis or court-supervised guardianship.

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Special Needs Planning

Provide for a loved one with a disability while protecting eligibility for SSI, Medicaid, and other public benefits.

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Probate, Executor & Estate Administration

Guide executors and personal representatives through court, creditor, tax, asset-management, and distribution responsibilities.

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Trust Administration

Help trustees carry out their responsibilities during incapacity and after death while protecting beneficiaries.

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Why Right Size Law

Planning Designed Around Your Life—not Just Your Documents

Right Size Law helps individuals and their loved ones prepare for the decisions that come with aging, incapacity, long-term care, and the transfer of responsibility after death.

Your plan is built to work in practice, explained in plain language, and supported as your life changes.

Meet David Jonathan Taylor
David Jonathan Taylor presenting an estate planning program to community members

Certified Elder Law Knowledge

Advanced elder law experience combined with estate planning and administration guidance.

Clear, Practical Explanations

Understand your choices, tradeoffs, and next steps before making important decisions.

Plans That Continue to Work

Ongoing support helps your plan adapt to changes in health, family, assets, and the law.

Our process

A Clear Path Forward

Move from uncertainty to an organized plan through a straightforward process.

1. Start with a Phone Call

Speak with Armando about who needs assistance, what is changing, and the concerns that brought you to Right Size Law.

2. Build the Right Plan

Review practical options and choose a coordinated strategy tailored to you and your loved ones.

3. Keep It Working

Receive guidance when life, health, assets, or laws change so the plan continues to serve its purpose.

Real Reviews from Our Clients

Clients value clear explanations, thoughtful planning, responsiveness, and ongoing support.

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Bruce Rich
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I engaged Rigjt Size Law and David Tayor twice in recent years and have been very pleased with his help and services. The first time was when a very good friend passed away several years ago and I had the duty of Executor. Engaing David was very helpful, and he alerted me to the various pitfalls and issues I had to deal with, things that are not alway obvious when one is handling the responsibility as an Executor. More recently, in the process of revising my Will I decided to use a Living Revocable Trust instead, and David was extremely helpful in walking me through the details and requirements of this arrangement. Most importantly, David has a wealth of local knowledge about dealing with local institutions in the greater DC area, such as charities, non-profits as well as with local banks etc.Hi local knowledge a and personal contacts are invaluable for anyone in the greater DC area dealing with the varioous issues related to elder law. He is a specialized elder law attorney, as well as a trusts and estates lawyer, and he has provided good advice on other related issues such as measures to take and sample recommenced companies dealing with managed care in the event of mental or physical incapacity etc. I would recommend him for anyone in the greater DC area for dealing with any of these issues.
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Shayna Battle
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Very professional and will walk you step by step through the process.
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Peter Perry
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What a great little lawfirm I found in my neighborhood! David took care of everything I needed with estate planning. And he was spectacular in explaining beneficial options to me. Also, both Maria and Armando in the office were kind and very helpful.
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Mary Ann Sust
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I found David Taylor through the Capitol Hill Village to review and update my will. I was greeted by his gracious office manager, Maria. As David reviewed the old will that I showed him, he immediately identified careless and potentially costly errors that were not in compliance with my wishes. We discussed my wishes and intent. He assured me that the papers he prepared for me are correct and in compliance with my wishes. As I can’t anticipate when or what might happen, we discussed possible options. For now, it appeared to him that I already had a lot of those things in place. I feel comfortable that if I become infirm, he will discuss further options with my trustee. I feel that when I pass away, my trustee can call him for guidance and help; and that he and his staff will treat my trustee with kindness and understanding. That was my primary concern and wish. David has shown himself a man of great compassion and integrity. He and his staff are stellar, exceeding my expectations. I feel grateful to have him recommended to me by the CHV.
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Mary Branley
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Anyone considering aging-in-place in the District of Columbia would do well to consult with Right Size Law. David Taylor specializes in Elder Law in DC and he is passionate about it. My daughter, who lives in London, found Right Size Law online when searching for a local lawyer to revise my will. Our initial consultation with him helped me realize that I needed something more than a simple will. Although I don’t have a large or complicated estate, I am a healthy 84-year-old and may well live to be 100. As soon as David heard that I am intent on “aging in place” in my Capitol Hill home, he explained the many benefits of a Living Trust in planning ahead for those last years of life. He even arranged conferences to include my daughter via Zoom so we could come up with a workable plan together. He clearly explains how to qualify for long-term medical care in your own home in the District and how to legally prevent being permanently placed in a nursing home situation against your wishes. This is especially helpful for those whose Executor may live in another city and may not be immediately available in a medical emergency. A key component in my Living Trust has been provision for a Health Care Management professional. If my health should decline, she will coordinate with my Executor to advocate for my wishes. She would visit my home on a regular basis to oversee my medical care. Legal representation is ensured by Right Size Law if it’s needed. My mind is now at ease about my coming years and I look forward to working with David and his great team in the future.
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Paul ONeill
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I recently worked with David Taylor of Right Size Law to update my estate plan and came away with a much greater appreciation for the value of an attorney who specializes in elder law. I assumed my existing estate plan, prepared only eight years ago, would need only modest revisions. Instead, David identified important changes in the law and planning opportunities that materially affected how my estate plan should be structured. His recommendations went beyond updating documents. He incorporated thoughtful, flexible planning strategies designed to address future needs and adapt to circumstances that cannot be predicted today, particularly those involving beneficiaries. What impressed me most was his ability to think several steps ahead. Rather than creating a static set of documents, David developed a plan that anticipates change and provides options for a variety of future scenarios without having to revisit and revise the entire estate plan. Also, the cost was comparable to what I paid for estate planning services from an attorney who was not specialized in elder law. The difference in expertise, insight, and sophistication was substantial. I recommend David Taylor. My experience demonstrated the value of working with someone whose practice is devoted to elder law and estate planning.
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Francine Little
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When we first contacted Right Size Law (RSL) we wanted to get a Will done but in discussion with Mr.Taylor we realized more was required to protect us as we aged. RSL worked with us on Estate Plans that included answers to questions about elderly care and end of life issues. All questions were answered in a timely, thoughtful way in a very comfortable environment. We would highly recommend this company for these important services.
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Eric Miller
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I am so happy that my trust is almost finished. It's such a relief! David and his helpful staff guided me step-by-step through the process. I highly recommend his services.
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David is thoroughly knowledgeable and taught us so much about what is important about a creating a trust, even though we thought we knew it all. So glad we found him!
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Tony Rios
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My husband and I went to David because we often travel together and were concerned about the distribution of our assets should the inevitable occur. David answered all of our questions and worked patiently through our unique scenario. He held our hands every step of the way and made himself available whenever we had questions. He also raised some valid points that made us think long and hard about some of the decisions we finalized in our living trust, to include who would step in if we became ill, disabled, or needed long-term care. I would gladly recommend David and the Right Size Law firm to anyone looking for an elder law and estate planning attorney in DC, Maryland, or Virginia. Don't hesitate and contact him now.

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