At Brumbaugh Law Firm, we help Ohio families and business owners protect their assets from life’s unexpected turns, long-term-care costs, probate, lawsuits, and financial uncertainty.
In Ohio, where the average home in Erie County is valued at roughly $226,000, your assets represent stability, independence, and legacy.
Since 2002, our firm has guided clients across Ohio through proven, legally sound strategies that preserve wealth and peace of mind.
Our team has seen how quickly costs can rise: with nursing-home care averaging over $9,300 per month statewide and probate expenses consuming 3–5 % of an estate’s value, early protection is no longer optional.
If you’re planning ahead or facing new financial risks, our goal is to help you keep control of what you’ve earned, no matter what comes next. As one client shared:
“Pam and Michael were so helpful with my mom’s complicated situation… They communicated with compassion and protected what mattered most to our family.”
What Is Asset Protection and Why It Matters in Ohio
Asset protection is the legal process of organizing your property, business, and financial resources to minimize risk, before a crisis happens.
In Ohio, strong asset-protection tools can help you:
- Preserve your home from long-term care or creditor claims
- Shield retirement savings from future liabilities
- Keep your business assets separate from personal exposure
- Avoid probate and simplify inheritance for your family
Our Asset Protection Services
At Brumbaugh Law Firm, we use time-tested tools tailored to your goals and stage of life:
- Asset protection trusts
- Business entity formation
- Real estate protection
- Retirement account strategies
- Insurance and risk management
- Medicaid and long-term care planning
- Small Business succession planning
- Tax-efficient wealth transfer
Call (419) 504-4674 To Speak With Our Team
It’s never too early to start planning. Our attorneys are ready to walk you through every step, from protecting your home to qualifying for care. Contact us today to move forward with confidence.
Why Families Choose Brumbaugh Law Firm
Families and entrepreneurs across Northern Ohio choose us because our approach is educational, compassionate, and results-driven.
- Education First. We teach before we plan. No pressure, no confusion.
- Elder & Family Focused. Our plans protect both your wealth and your loved ones.
- Community Commitment. From Sandusky to Port Clinton, we’ve earned our reputation through integrity, not advertising.
- Proven Experience. Over 20 years protecting homes, retirement accounts, and family businesses.
How We Help Ohio Families Protect Their Homes and Savings
We follow a straightforward, education-first process:
- Learn. Attend our free “3 Secrets to Protecting Your Assets & Independence” workshop to understand your options.
- Plan. We design a legal blueprint to protect your assets and reduce risk, explained in plain English.
- Protect. Our team prepares and funds every document so your plan actually works when it matters.
- Support. You stay protected for life, with ongoing updates and access to our trusted team.
Ohio Legacy Trust & Medicaid-Compatible Strategies
Ohio is one of only a handful of states that allows self-settled domestic asset protection trusts through the Ohio Legacy Trust Act.
This type of trust can legally protect your assets from future creditors while allowing you to remain a beneficiary.
For families concerned about long-term care, we also integrate Medicaid-compatible trusts that help preserve eligibility for benefits while keeping your home and savings intact.
About Brumbaugh Law Firm
Founded in 2002 by Michael Brumbaugh, Brumbaugh Law Firm has become one of Ohio’s most trusted names in asset protection, estate planning, and elder law.
From our office in Sandusky, we’ve spent over two decades helping families and business owners across Erie, Ottawa, and Lorain Counties secure their homes, savings, and independence.
Michael brings a teacher’s clarity to intricate laws, explaining trusts, Medicaid eligibility, and protection strategies in language that makes sense. We keep a social worker on staff to guide families through life’s transitions with patience and understanding.
Our education-first model sets us apart. We believe families make the best decisions when they understand their options. That’s why we offer free community workshops like “The 3 Secrets to Protecting Your Assets & Independence”, where you can learn how to protect your home and savings before a crisis strikes.
Local Resources & Courts in Ohio
When asset-protection issues involve estates, business ownership, or probate filings, we coordinate directly with trusted local institutions:
- Erie County Probate Court – 323 Columbus Ave., Sandusky OH 44870
- Firelands Regional Medical Center – Sandusky OH
- Erie County Job & Family Services – Medicaid Division
- Ottawa County Senior Resources – Port Clinton OH
- Lorain County Office on Aging – Elyria OH
Talk to an Ohio Asset Protection Attorney Today
Don’t wait until a crisis puts your home or business at risk. At Brumbaugh Law Firm, every plan starts with education and empathy, not sales pressure.
Start with a free workshop or private consultation, and we’ll show you exactly how to protect your assets, qualify for care, and leave a lasting legacy.
Request your strategy session with us online.
Your future is worth protecting. Let’s start today.


