Ms. Brancato’s practice focuses on elder law, medicaid planning, estate litigation and planning and special education advocacy and litigation. Ms. Brancato has extensive experience litigating in New York State Supreme Court, Surrogate’s Court and at all level of administrative hearings on behalf of her clients. Prior to working in Elder Law, Ms. Brancato held a position as an Assistant District Attorney where she tried cases in the Gang/Major Case Unit of the office. Ms. Brancato particularly enjoys working with clients who are accessing Medicaid for care at home or in a facility. She has advocated for clients in various arenas to help assure they remain safe and well cared for in the later stages of their lives.