Rebecca A. Hobbs is a Partner with the law firm O’Donnell, Weiss & Mattei, P.C. with offices in Pottstown and Phoenixville. She focuses her practice on elder law, special needs planning, estate planning, estate and trust administration, and Veteran’s benefits. Rebecca is Certified as an Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Rebecca received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a minor in Political Science from Eastern University. She received her Juris Doctorate from Regent University School of Law. She is licensed to practice in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Rebecca is an accredited attorney for the preparation, preservation and prosecution of claims for veterans’ benefits before the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. In 2017, 2018 and 2019 Rebecca was selected for inclusion by the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in the field of elder law. She is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and the Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys (PAELA), and serves on the Special Needs Law Section Steering Committee through NAELA and the editorial board of the NAELA Journal. As a member the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA), she serves on the PBA Charitable Organizations Committee and the PBA Legal Services to Persons with Disabilities Committee. Rebecca is also a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association and is co-chair of the elder law committee.

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Rebecca A. Hobbs is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Hobbs Legacy Law Group, LLC, a boutique law firm dedicated to elder law, estate planning, special needs planning, asset protection, and fiduciary advocacy. With offices serving clients throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania, Rebecca focuses her practice on helping individuals and families navigate life's most important transitions through thoughtful planning, compassionate guidance, and practical solutions. Rebecca's practice encompasses elder law, Medicaid and long-term care planning, special needs planning, guardianships, estate planning, trust planning, estate and trust administration, and Orphans' Court litigation. She regularly advises families facing complex issues involving incapacity, long-term care costs, disability planning, and the administration of estates and trusts. She also represents fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and families in contested Orphans' Court matters and guardianship proceedings. Rebecca is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. This distinguished certification recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated substantial experience, specialized knowledge, and a commitment to excellence in elder law. She is licensed to practice law in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey and is accredited by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to prepare, present, and prosecute veterans' benefits claims. Throughout her career, Rebecca has been recognized for her professional accomplishments and dedication to her clients. She was selected as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2017 through 2025 and was named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in 2026. She is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), the Pennsylvania Association of Elder Law Attorneys (PAELA), and the Special Needs Alliance (SNA). Rebecca serves on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Montgomery Bar Association and is Co-Chair of the Association's Elder Law Committee. She also serves as an officer of the Montgomery Bar Association's Law Reporter and is actively involved in advancing education and professional development within the legal community. A frequent lecturer and presenter, Rebecca speaks nationally and regionally on elder law, estate planning, special needs planning, fiduciary litigation, ethics, and emerging issues affecting older adults and individuals with disabilities. She is known for delivering practical, engaging, and accessible presentations that help professionals and families understand complex legal issues and make informed decisions. Through Hobbs Legacy Law Group, Rebecca is committed to providing personalized, modern, and client-centered legal services. She believes that every family's story is unique and that effective planning requires not only technical expertise, but also compassion, communication, and a deep understanding of each client's goals and values. *Certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation under authority granted by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

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