Laurel Probate Lawyers

James C. Freeman, Of Counsel at the Law Office of Andrew J. Gilbride, is a highly experienced civil litigator who has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients. His personal injury and medical malpractice verdicts and settlements have been publicized in various media outlets. Early on in his legal career, Mr. Freeman worked as an Assistant County Attorney for Westchester County from 1990-1995. Mr. Freeman also represented physicians and hospitals at a well respected defense firm. His experience on both sides of the aisle works to the benefit of all his current clients, medical malpractice and personal injury...

William G. Goode received his B.A. in Economics from the College of William & Mary in 1996. He went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from the University of Richmond in 1999. He was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2000 and to the New York Federal Courts, Southern and Eastern Districts, in 2001. In 2008, Mr. Goode received an MBA in Corporate Finance from Dowling College.

After graduating from Law School, Mr. Goode worked for a large Long Island Law Firm in the Trusts & Estate Department, the Litigation Department and the Corporate...

Nancy Burner is Founder and Partner of Burner Prudenti Law, (successor firm to Burner Law Group P.C.) a women-owned trust & estates and elder law firm established in 1995. She is also a Founding Member of Mediation Solutions of NY, Suffolk County’s first full-service mediation and arbitration company. With nearly three decades of experience, Nancy has been recognized as one of New York’s prominent elder law and trust & estates attorneys. She holds the designation of a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), awarded by the National Elder Law Foundation as accredited by the American Bar Association. Since 2014, Nancy has been...

I became an Attorney and Counselor at Law to guide families just like mine in the intimidating and some time convoluted judicial process. My ambition is to provide value and shape the culture in our communities for women just like me.

No Worries. No Stress. Don't worry about paying any legal retainer fees. We do not require legal retainer fees. We are full service estate and probate estate administration and litigation firm. There is no need for you to leave your home, travel or stress over your loved one's estate. We provide probate, estate administration and trust services to clients that have a loved one that died a resident of New York, Long Island or has real estate in New York but died in another state. We also service clients who have an interest...

During this difficult time, the law office of George E. Patsis is offering free video chat consultations. Additionally, the office is available to provide remote estate planning and notarization. With remote estate planning and notarization, clients are able to execute wills, powers of attorney, trusts, living wills, and health care proxies from the comfort of their homes. After two decades of practicing law, George E. Patsis has served each and everyone of his clients with the utmost dedication, honorability, experience and success. Mr. Patsis is more than just an Attorney, he is someone you can count on....

Jennifer B. Cona is the founder and managing partner of Cona Elder Law, Long Island’s leading Elder Law and Estate Planning firm. She is among Long Island’s most accomplished women, exemplifying leadership in business and community outreach.

Ms. Cona’s work involves representing, counseling and assisting seniors and their families with the preservation of assets, Medicaid planning, estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, administration of estates, estate litigation, guardianships and special needs planning. Under Ms. Cona’s direction, the firm expanded its practice to include a health care reimbursement and recovery department. Currently, Cona Elder Law represents over 175 nursing homes and health care...

Stephen Bilkis graduated from Touro Law School in 1997. Soon after he passed the bar exam of New York and established the Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates. In over 20 years of practice, Mr. Bilkis has successfully represented scores of clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Long Island, and Staten Island in matters related to personal injury, probate law, criminal law, and family law.

Mr. Bilkis strongly believes that each client is unique and each case is different. His solutions are never “one size fits all.” He prides himself...

There are times in life when you need the help of a legal professional who cares about you. Everything I do revolves around my core values of Honesty, Integrity and Loyalty. I take a compassionate approach toward my clients who are often dealing with some of the most difficult situations life can serve up. Dealing with the everyday legal tasks associated with divorce, custody, support, aging parents, traffic fines, or planning for the future can be stressful and I'm here to help you find your way through. I aim to provide a friendly family atmosphere with a reputation for timely personalized...

Davies At Law * 2024 * Timothy R. Davies is the culmination of many years of legal services proudly practicing within the Long Island, New York legal landscape. Over thirty years ago in 1991 Davies, Elston, Davies and Davies was newly formed with partners, Timothy R. Davies, Esq., Ronald C. Davies, Esq., A. Roger Elston, Esq. and Victoria L. Davies, Esq. With the early foundation of a family law firm who had been servicing our neighboring Long Island community and families for many years, Davies At Law proudly continues this tradition forward. My wife,...

I am your New York-Florida connection, with offices on Long Island and in Fort Lauderdale. I practice: Estate planning for New Yorkers and Floridians, especially for those contemplating changing domiciles; administration of estates in both states, especially ancillary administrations for decedents with properties in both or either state; real estate transactions in both states, especially New Yorkers buying or selling in Florida. I also practice in the areas of litigation and small business law. I have more than 25 years' experience practicing law in Florida, and eight in New York. My office provides caring service with an...

Michael Ettinger is the Author of "Elder Law Estate Planning" and has been practicing Elder Law Estate Planning since 1991. With twelve attorneys and 25 staff members Ettinger Law Firm is New York's largest Elder Law Estate Planning Firm. We provide free consultations for Revocable and Irrevocable Living Trusts, Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts, Medicaid Applications, Special Needs Trusts, Probate, Estate Administration, Estate Tax Planning and all other areas of Elder Law Estate Planning.
Always friendly and personable, our staff will make you feel at ease with whatever issues you are facing and we are happy to give you...

Suzanne's interest in Elder Law Estate Planning comes from her personal experience as a daughter caring for the needs of her father after he was diagnosed with many health issues including dementia. Suzanne knows first hand how difficult it is for families to navigate the estate planning needs of their loved ones and how important it is to be informed of their options. Public service has been a very important part of Suzanne's life. Suzanne served as the attorney consultant to the Long Island chapter of the non-profit organization Every Child Matters. She has been a member of the local PTA...

Mr. Bollhofer is an attorney, and President of the law office of Joseph A. Bollhofer, P.C. in St. James, New York. He is licensed to practice law in New York and New Jersey. Mr. Bollhofer received his undergraduate degree from the Stony Brook University and his law degree from Fordham University School of Law. Elder Law and Estate and Business Planning, including asset transfer and Medicaid applications, have been primary areas of Mr. Bollhofer's law practice since 1985. He periodically gives lectures in these areas of law to community, professional and continuing education groups. He is a member...

Melissa Doris joined Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. in February 2020 as Senior Associate attorney. Prior to her work at the firm, Melissa gained over a decade of experience at a prominent Long Island Trusts and Estates law firm. Her wealth of knowledge is extensive in the areas of Estate Planning, Trust and Estate Administration, Taxation, Elder Law, Special Needs Planning and Residential Real Estate where she focuses her practice. Melissa was recognized as The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch for Elder Law and Trusts & Estates in Setauket, NY in the 2024 and 2025 editions. Melissa received her Bachelor's...

Gina Raio Bitsimis is Of Counsel at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. She joined the firm in February 2021 having previously worked over twenty-five years in prominent Trusts and Estates law firms. Gina’s practice includes all Surrogate’s Court proceedings to appoint an Executor or Administrator of an estate, preparation of fiduciary accountings, and preparation of New York State and Federal estate tax returns. In addition, she is well versed in Real Estate Transactions. As a result of her proficiency in all matters of Trusts and Estates, Gina dedicates her time to educating and counseling clients on timely and sensitive matters. In addition,...

2043 Ripley Lane, Merrick, New York 11566 Solo Practitioner established in 1987. Resident of Merrick, NY.

Mr. Futterman established the law firm of Futterman & Lanza in Smithtown, New York after working for several years at a premier Long Island Elder Law and Estate Planning firm and after establishing a successful solo practice located in Commack, New York. An adjunct professor at a Long Island based College, Mr. Futterman’s work experience as a Certified Public Accountant with two of the world’s largest public accounting firms enhances his ability to resolve the complex legal issues that arise in his Estate Planning, Tax, and Elder Law practice. The legal and tax experience Mr. Futterman has acquired...

Donna Stefans is the founder and lead attorney at Stefans Law Group, PC. She has over 23 years of experience in elder law, estate and asset protection planning, estate administration, geriatric care management, special needs planning, guardianship, elder law abuse and neglect, retirement income planning and Medicaid optimization. Ms. Stefans is also the President of Stefans Associates, Inc., a full service personal, business, and Trust, Income Tax and Accounting practice. The third major part of Ms. Stefans’ practice is capital management and investments. She has over 30 years of experience in retirement planning, asset protection planning, and wealth management. She...

Robert J. Zysk has a highly technical background, including Engineering School studies; former employment as an Internal Revenue Officer and investigator; and facility with the Laws of Taxation and the Internal Revenue Code. During 41 years of private practice, I have developed a broad spectrum of experience and facility in numerous areas of the law, as further indicated in my profile. I represent businesses and entreprenuers in all types of Civil Litigation. Elder Law has emerged as one of my practice areas and I am knowlegeable and draft Faimly Trusts. My practice is thus manifold and flexibile....

As a Long Island bankruptcy attorney, Andrew M. Doktofsky helps individuals and their families obtain a fresh financial start. The burdens of debt and creditor harassment can be extremely stressful. Andrew works hard to ensure that filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy goes as smoothly as possible. Through diligent preparation, and consideration of all possible outcomes of a bankruptcy filing, Andrew guides his clients through the complex bankruptcy process. In addition to bankruptcy, Andrew practices in the areas of credit reporting violations, tax resolution, and probate/estate administration. Andrew also has extensive experience in...

Greg is the founder of DeTolla Law Group. He concentrates his legal practice on estate planning and trust administration. He has extensive experience drafting irrevocable and revocable (living) trusts, special needs trusts, wills, and business succession plans. He works closely with financial planners and and CPAs to provide the best possible service to his clients. Prior to starting his own firm, Greg worked at Ferlito Law Group for a number of years honing his craft in trusts and estates. Preceding his estate planning experience, Greg was an attorney at a large international defense firm in New York City,...

Lawrence Cohen represents clients in all aspects of elder law, estate planning, crisis Medicaid planning and probate matters. His practice also includes over 25 years of experience working hand in hand with clients and families to successfully resolve their catastrophic accident or personal injury matter.

A caring and experienced legal adviser who strives to simplify the complex legal process for his clients, Lawrence sets himself apart as a compassionate and thoughtful attorney with large law firm credentials.
Within the legal arena, Lawrence is known as a goal-oriented strategic thinker, who works tirelessly to gain a deep understanding of his client’s overarching...

Enza Brandi, Esq., Sole Practitioner

Enza Brandi, (formerly practicing law as Enza Cammarasana), is the founder of The Enza Brandi Law Firm, PLLC, with concentrations in the areas of foreclosure defense, real estate closings, commercial litigation and personal injury, handling diverse and complex litigation. Ms. Brandi has been practicing law since 1993, and founded a law firm in 1996 after working for a prestigious Long Island law firm with a heavy concentration in commercial litigation. She presently works “Of Counsel” to the law firms of Peter J. Wagner, PC and The Barton Law Group, PLLC, and to the...

Adam’s practice is concentrated in wills, trusts, estate planning, sophisticated tax planning and generation-skipping transfer planning for high net-worth families, as well as elder law planning. Adam also advises fiduciaries in administering estates and trusts, including the preparation of estate and gift tax returns. Further, he represents fiduciaries and beneficiaries in estate and trust litigation in the Surrogate’s Court. Finally, he represents taxpayers who need a tax lawyer, either for tax consulting or to assist with tax disputes of many different aspects with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and New York State (NYS). ? In addition to being an attorney...

As a member of the Suffolk County Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, LEGAL – The LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York, as well as the Collaborative Law Association of New York, Inc, Ms. Spirio knows how to help her clients by providing experienced and personal legal services. Since 1986 Ms. Spirio has served Long Island families and individuals in the following Practice Areas: * Collaborative Law * Non-traditional Family Law * Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) representation * Prenuptial and Domestic Partnership Agreements * Divorce and Separation Mediation * Real Estate Law * Trusts, Wills and Estates

Gerard Glass graduated from St. John's University School of Law, Queens, New York in 1984 and thereafter joined the Suffolk County Attorney's Office. He was elected to the Suffolk County Legislature and served two terms representing the 13th Legislative District covering the Lindenhurst and Babylon areas. At the age of 26, although the youngest member of the Legislature, Mr. Glass served as the leader of the majority caucus. In 1987, Mr. Glass joined the firm of Glass, Lazio & Glass as managing partner. The firm was renamed Glass & Glass in 1992 when Rick Lazio was elected to the United...

Barbara M. Pizzolato, P.A., is committed to offering you the kind of personalized, customized legal services you expect and deserve. With 28 years of experience in a multitude of jurisdictions and practice areas, Ms. Pizzolato has mastered the tools and strategies inherent in proper estate planning, allowing her to effectively address the legal issues affecting you, your loved ones and your business. In addition, Ms. Pizzolato is dedicated to forging strong personal relationships with her clients. She will work with you in a collaborative way to guide you through difficult and complicated personal and business matters, and work tirelessly...

Jodi B. Zimmerman focuses her practice on Elder Law and Estate Planning matters including the preparation of Wills, Trusts, Probate and Administration petitions and Guardianships. Ms. Zimmerman brings over 20 years of counseling and business experience to her clients and understands the practice of law is about more than just statutes and rules, it's about the people who need quality representation.
In 1984, Ms. Zimmerman earned her BA in Humanities from Florida Atlantic University and, in 2005 graduated from the Hofstra University School of Law.
Ms. Zimmerman is admitted to practice in the State of New York, as well as the United...