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EXPERIENCED AND SUCCESSFUL

NEW YORK ESTATE LAWYERS

CONTACT OUR NY ESTATE FIRM

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EXPERIENCED AND SUCCESSFUL

NEW YORK ESTATE LAWYERS

CONTACT OUR NY ESTATE FIRM

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NY ESTATE LAWYERS YOU CAN TRUST

Successful, tough, and highly skilled estate litigation lawyers

Jason W. Stern & Associates is one of New York’s most trusted estate planning law firms. We are located in Forest Hills, New York overlooking Forest Hills Gardens. Our firm is licensed in both New York and New Jersey to meet all of your estate planning challenges. When choosing a New York estate attorney, it is important to find a legal professional with extensive experience who is trustworthy. We protect the interests of both you and your loved ones for years to come. Your life’s work and family’s financial future are too important to leave in the hands of attorneys who don’t fully understand the NY estate law.
With over 70 years of combined legal experience probating wills and estates for families in New York, The Law Offices of Jason W. Stern & Associates knows how to solve any of your estate challenges.

 

Our firm has extensive history in the successful handling of complex estate issues such as:

Will Contests Estate Litigation
Probate & Estate Administration
Wills & Trusts
Estate Planning
Kinship
High Wealth Planning

At The Law Offices of Jason W. Stern & Associates, we pride ourselves in providing the very best results in the areas of trust and estate work, including the probating and contesting of wills. Our philosophy has always been to maintain personalized attention to the needs of each of our clients. With this perspective in mind, our firm has had great success handling a wide range of complicated estate cases. As a leading NY estate firm for will contest and estate litigation, our firm’s considerable experience challenging NY attorney drafted wills has given us unparalleled insight into the probate process. This unique perspective affords our clients the ability to either successfully litigate complex estate issues which arise or to stave off costly NY estate litigation completely.
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NYC ESTATE LAWYER JASON W STERN AND ASSOCIATES WILL PROTECT YOUR ASSETS AND FIGHT FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILIES ESTATE.

When it comes to estate planning, the question isn’t just if you need an estate attorney—it’s why you can’t afford to skip one. Life’s unpredictability means a poorly drafted will or no plan at all can leave your assets in limbo, spark family feuds, or get chewed up by New York’s unforgiving probate courts. An estate attorney like Jason W. Stern ensures your wishes are ironclad—think avoiding costly mistakes like vague language that courts toss out or missing tax loopholes that drain your wealth.

Beyond drafting wills, they’re your shield against fraud, hidden assets, or shady executors who might derail your legacy. Without a pro in your corner, you’re rolling the dice on everything you’ve built, and the stakes only climb as your estate grows.

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What is the slayer statute? Estate of Danishefsky Covlin

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What is a will contest and right of election case?  Estate of James Brown

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As a highly experienced NYC estate lawyer with twenty years of experience handling these complex cases I am continually coming to grips with certain recurring...
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What are the rights of non-marital children under the NYC estate law? Estate of John Jakobson

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As a NYC estate lawyer I come in contact with many emotionally charged estate issues on a daily basis.  Perhaps one of the most interesting...
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The No Contest Clause; Estate of Aaron Spelling

The No Contest Clause; Estate of Aaron Spelling

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What is the Estate Tax? How Tax Reform Altered the NYS and Federal Estate Tax in 2018

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Estate litigation in New York is not only an emotionally draining proposition but is also an expensive one.  As Queens estate planning lawyers, we believe it is only fair that everyone should be entitled to quality estate representation. As such, our NY estate attorneys often take cases on a contingency basis ensuring every one of our clients has access to the same exceptional results.

No estate firm in New York has consistently achieved a better track record than ours. Our NY estate law offices are very familiar with each of the Surrogate’s Courts of the State of New York and their different probate and estate procedures. It is necessary to have knowledgeable, experienced estate attorneys who know the ins and outs of each court to guide you through the probate process with ease. Contact our NY Estate Law Firm today if you would like to schedule a free consultation with our caring legal team.