Jennifer B. Cona

Jennifer B. Cona, the driving force behind Cona Elder Law, leads Long Island's top Elder Law and Estate Planning firm. As a prominent figure in the legal community, she provides expert counsel to seniors and their families, focusing on asset preservation, Medicaid planning, estate strategies, and guardianships. Under her guidance, the firm developed a specialized health care reimbursement and recovery department, representing over 175 nursing homes and health care facilities statewide.

Ms. Cona holds the position of Chair of the Board of Trustees at the Long Island Alzheimer's and Dementia Center (LIAD). She is appointed by the Supreme Court and Surrogate Court as a court evaluator, guardian, and Guardian ad Litem, advocating for individuals with limited legal access. Her involvement extends to lobbying for the NOW Legal Defense Fund on Capitol Hill and serving on the Legal Advisory Board of LIAD, where she advises on Alzheimer's-related legal issues.

A founder and chair of the Advanced Elder Law Focus Group, Ms. Cona leads this industry think-tank in addressing complex elder law challenges. Her firm is also affiliated with the Intercounty Health Facilities Association, underscoring its commitment to high-quality senior care.

Her areas of expertise include Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Estate Litigation, and Civil Litigation, with a focus on health care facility representation.