Joseph L. Motta Co., LPA is a dedicated Ohio law firm specializing in estate planning and elder law, now merged with Sarringhaus & Scott Co. Since its founding, it has served families in Avon Lake, Westlake, Bay Village, North Ridgeville and surrounding areas. The firm provides comprehensive services including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, special needs and VA pension planning, as well as Medicaid and probate assistance. Its founder Joseph L. Motta earned degrees from Ohio Northern University and Case Western Reserve University School of Law and has built a reputation for client-focused, empathetic counsel, especially in the elder care community. Known for attention to detail, responsiveness, and clear explanation of legal tools, the firm emphasizes guiding clients through difficult decisions with compassion and clarity. Though the firm’s operations have been merged under the name Sarringhaus & Scott Co. as of mid-2025, its commitment to continuity, professional values, and specialized elder law expertise remains its hallmark.