Timothy R. Akers, Jr.

Timothy R. Akers, Jr. is an Associate Attorney at Ferry Joseph, P.A. in Wilmington, Delaware. Akers primarily practices in Medicaid planning, estate planning, estate administration and related litigation, fiduciary litigation, guardianship litigation, Elder Law, and General Civil Litigation. He advises clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advanced healthcare directives, and related planning matters while also handling disputes involving estates, fiduciaries, and guardianships. His practice combines planning work with litigation and administration.

Akers earned a B.A. from the University of Delaware in 2008 and a J.D., cum laude, from Widener University Delaware Law School in 2019. In law school, he served on the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law and held a leadership role in the Moot Court Honor Society, competing in oral advocacy competitions and earning induction into the Order of Barristers. His academic experience supports the research, writing, advocacy, and careful document preparation required in his current practice.

Before joining Ferry Joseph, Akers worked as a Senior Telecommunications Specialist for the Delaware State Police and in a legal administrative capacity for the Delaware Department of Justice. His current work includes Medicaid planning, estate and trust planning, estate administration, fiduciary disputes, guardianship litigation, and broader civil matters. He is admitted in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, supporting representation across a range of planning and contested matters.

Timothy R. Akers, Jr. brings together estate planning, administration, elder law, and litigation experience in serving individuals, families, fiduciaries, and other clients. His practice addresses both forward-looking planning and disputes that can arise after incapacity or death. Akers helps clients organize legal documents, understand procedural requirements, evaluate fiduciary and guardianship issues, and respond to contested matters. His approach emphasizes careful analysis, clear communication, and practical guidance tailored to the legal and personal objectives involved.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Ferry Joseph, P.A.
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association
• Member, New Jersey State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania
• Delaware
• New Jersey

Education

• Widener University Delaware Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• University of Delaware
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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