Rebecca A. Hobbs
Top rated Elder Law attorney in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
Hobbs Legacy Law Group, LLC
Practice areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Business & Corporate; view more
Licensed in Pennsylvania since: 2009
Education: Regent University School of Law
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Hobbs Legacy Law Group, LLC
347 Bridge StreetSuite 200
Phoenixville, PA 19460 Visit website
The founder and managing attorney of Hobbs Legacy Law Group, LLC, in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Rebecca A. Hobbs is a certified elder law attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation. An empathetic counsel, she delivers efficient advocacy across the Philadelphia metro area. Her practice centers on elder law, comprehensive estate planning, probate administration and fiduciary litigation. She also advises entrepreneurs on business formation, contracts and succession, alongside benefits planning for military veterans and their families.
Graduating from Eastern University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature, Ms. Hobbs went on to enroll at Regent University School of Law, where she received her Juris Doctor in 2009. In the same year, she was admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania. Additionally licensed to practice law in New Jersey, she is accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to prepare, present and prosecute veterans' benefits claims.
Ms. Hobbs approaches legal counsel as a trusted partnership, focusing her practice on helping individuals and families navigate life’s most important transitions through thoughtful planning, compassionate guidance and practical solutions. Recognizing that elder care, estate administration and business decisions carry deep personal weight, she listens intently to each client’s unique goals. Her philosophy blends rigorous technical precision with genuine empathy, crafting enduring strategies that protect assets, alleviate emotional stress and preserve family legacies across generations.
An active member of the legal community, Ms. Hobbs serves on the board of directors and the executive committee of the Montgomery Bar Association and is co-chair of the association’s Elder Law Committee. An officer of the association's law reporter, she actively advances professional education across the legal community. She frequently lectures nationally and regionally, sharing insights on elder law, estate and special needs planning, fiduciary litigation, ethics, and critical issues impacting older adults and individuals with disabilities.
Practice areas
Elder Law, Estate Planning & Probate, Business/Corporate, Estate & Trust Litigation, Military/Veterans LawFocus areas
Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Contracts, Estate Planning, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Limited Liability Companies, Living Wills, Partnership, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Veteran's Benefits, Will Contests, Wills
- 40% Elder Law
- 30% Estate Planning & Probate
- 10% Business/Corporate
- 10% Estate & Trust Litigation
- 10% Military/Veterans Law
First Admitted: 2009, Pennsylvania
Professional Webpage: https://www.hobbslegacylaw.com/attorney/hobbs-rebecca-a/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Montgomery Bar Association, Chair of Elder Law Committee , 2026
- National Elder Law Foundation Member. The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) is the only national organization accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) to certify practitioners of elder and special needs law. NELF’s Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) designation represents confirmation of a lawyer’s exceptional expertise in the practice of elder and special needs law. There are over 500 CELAs across the country, and our numbers are growing continually. The National Elder Law Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and improvement of the professional competence of lawyers practicing in the area of elder law., 2025
- Montgomery Bar Association, Co-Chair of the Elder Law Committee, 2025
- NAELA Member. The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) is dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to older adults and people with disabilities., 2025
- Montgomery County Bar Association Women in the Law Steering Committee. This committee addresses the professional and personal issues affecting women who practice law., 2025
- Pennsylvania Bar Association, Elder Law Section, 2025
- Pennsylvania Bar Association, Probate and Real Property Section, 2025
- Wealth Counsel Member, 2025
- Pennsylvania Bar Association, Probate and Real Property Section, 2024
- Montgomery County Bar Association Board of Directors. The mission of the Montgomery Bar Association is to promote professional excellence, facilitate access to justice, and protect the integrity of the legal system through service to our members and community., 2024
- Co-Chair of the Montgomery County Bar Associations Elder Law Committee, 2024
- NAELA Journal Editorial Board, 2022
- Elder Law Answers National Director, 2022
- Montgomery Bar Association, Leadership Academy, 2017, 2017
- Montgomery Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
- Pennsylvania Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
- Pennsylvania Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division Liaison to Elder Law Section
- New Jersey, 2009, 2009
- Pennsylvania, 2009, 2009
Videos
- OWM Law Overview, 2018
- Special Needs Planning, Special Needs Planning, 2025
- Elder Law OWM, OWM Law, 2023
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) is the only national organization accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) to certify practitioners of elder and special needs law. NELF’s Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) designation represents confirmation of a lawyer’s exceptional expertise in the practice of elder and special needs law. There are over 500 CELAs across the country, and our numbers are growing continually. The National Elder Law Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and improvement of the professional competence of lawyers practicing in the area of elder law., 2016
Pro bono / Community Service
- Member, Phoenixville Chamber of Commerce, 2024
- Member of Tri-County Chamber of Commerce, 2024
- Member, Special Needs Law Section Steering Committee through NAELA, 2024
- Board of Directors, Bon Homie Better Days Foundation, 2017
Educational Background
- Eastern University, B.A., Major: English Literature, Minor: Political Science, 2006, 2002-2006
- Regent University School of Law, 2006-2009
White Papers
- Article on Medicaid Asset Protection Planning., Planning for your Shore Home, Legal, 2024
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Speaker at the National Academy of Elder Law Attorney's Annual Conference for 2025 in Bellevue, WA. The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. (NAELA) was founded in 1987 as a professional association of attorneys dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to older adults and people with disabilities., Speaker, NAELA 2025 Annual Conference, NAELA, Legal, 2025
- Today’s older population is growing faster than other age groups and living longer than previous generations. These shifts are creating new opportunities and greater demand for skilled, knowledgeable elder law attorneys who can advocate for the elderly, disabled individuals, and their families. Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to enhance your elder law knowledge at our comprehensive continuing legal education conference. With 30 in-depth breakout sessions, a basics track for those newer to elder law or looking for a refresher, and a selection of nationally recognized keynote speakers, this event is designed to provide you with the latest knowledge and practical skills to excel in your practice., Speaker, Year in Review - Case Law Update - PBI Elder Law Institute, PBI, Elder Law, Estate Planning, 2025
- Attorneys often face ethical dilemmas when representing clients with diminished capacity. Join us for an in-depth analysis of Model Rules of Professional Conduct 1.14, 1.2, and 1.6, where participants will gain insights into maintaining a normal client-lawyer relationship, balancing client autonomy with protective measures, and safeguarding confidentiality. The course will provide practical strategies for navigating complex scenarios, ensuring ethical compliance, and advocating effectively for vulnerable clients., Speaker, Representing Clients with Diminished Capacity, WealthCounsel, Elder Law, Estate Planning, 2025
- Strategies for assessing a client’s capacity, effective communication techniques, protective legal measures, and much more. Plus, learn how to document concerns on common ethical dilemmas., Speaker, Ethical Challenges and Best Practices in Elder Law, Krause Financial, Legal, 2024
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Speaker at the 2025 PBI Elder Law Institute, "Year in Review - Case Law Update."..., 2026
- Wealth Counsel Annual Symposium Speaker on AI and Elder Law, 2026
- PBI Elder Law Institute speaker - "Year in Review", 2026
- PBI Elder Law Institute - speaker "Year in Review", 2025
- PBI Elder Law Institute - CLE Speaker for Case Law Year in Review, 2024
- 2025 Speaker for WealthCounsel on Elder Law and Ethics, "Representing Clients with Diminished Capacity.", 2025
- Speaker at the 2025 PBI Elder Law Institute, "Year in Review - Case Law Update.", 2025
- Speaker at NAELA's Annual Conference will be held in Bellevue, WA, May 8 - 9, 2025, 2025
- PBI Elder Law Institute - CLE Speaker for Case Law Year in Review, 2022
- PBI Elder Law Institute - CLE Speaker for Case Law Year in Review, 2023
Honors
- Main Line Today Top Lawyer in Elder Law, MainLineToday, 2026
- Top-rated lawyers and firms in Chester County, Pennsylvania—recognized through peer ratings, local reader polls like the Daily Local News, and legal directories—include prominent litigators and multi-practice groups, Chester County PA Top Lawyer, Daily Local News, 2026
- The Special Needs Alliance (SNA), a prestigious national organization of attorneys dedicated to disability and public benefits law..Established in 2002, the Special Needs Alliance is comprised of highly experienced attorneys who focus their practices on serving individuals with disabilities, their families, and their advisors. Families across the country rely on SNA to connect them with trusted legal professionals who understand the complexities of disability and public benefits law..SNA membership is selective and invitation-only. It is based on extensive legal experience in disability and elder law, involvement in disability advocacy, professional reputation, and often personal or family experience with disability. Members average 18 years of relevant legal experience, and many are Certified Elder Law Attorneys through the National Elder Law Foundation., Speical Needs Alliance Member, Special Needs Alliance SNA, 2025
- The WealthCounsel Award for Scholarship recognizes an attorney for their thought leadership and the time they have dedicated to educating fellow practitioners on ElderLaw topics through webinars and presentations., WealthCounsel Award for Scholarship 2025, WealthCounsel, 2025
- Lawyers around the Main Line and western suburbs of Philadelphia nominate their colleagues in 23 categories. This award is for fellow lawyers to recognize those they feel represent the “best of the best” in the legal community., Main Line Today Top Lawyer in Elder Law, Main Line Today, 2025
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, 2024, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Thomson Reuters, 2024
- Established in 1898, Marquis Who’s Who promptly began publishing biographical data in 1899. Since then, Marquis has remained the standard for reliable and comprehensive biographical data. Each year, we strive to continue the tradition established by company founder, Albert Nelson Marquis, more than 120 years ago with the first publication of Who’s Who in America., Marquis Who's Who, Marquis Who's Who, 2024
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2023
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2022
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2021
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2020
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2019
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2018
- Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star, Elder Law, Thomson Reuters, 2017
Industry Groups
- Elder Law
These comments were made by fellow attorneys during the annual nomination process.
“Rebecca is a knowledgeable attorney and cares deeply about her clients. She is an attorney I turn to when I need assistance with a special needs or guardianship case.”
“Attorney Hobbs is a model elder law attorney. I advised my own parents to retain her. I cannot laud her professionalism, judgment, knowledge of the law or client manner enough.”
“Knowledgable and kind and an expert in her field. Excellent lawyer. ”
“Ms. Hobbs is not only an excellent, skilled estate and trust planning and drafting professional but also is a nationally certified elder law attorney (CELA) from the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. She is a true professional and probably a rising star but her experience and expertise exceeds attorneys with many more years of experience.”
Office location for Rebecca A. Hobbs
347 Bridge Street
Suite 200
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Phone: 610-989-2135
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2026 - 2027
- Rising Stars: 2017 - 2024