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Doug Melcher is a licensed attorney who has more than twenty years of experience in the private practice of law. He focuses his practice on advising and representing individuals, small businesses, and non-profits in matters involving civil litigation in Washington, DC.. Doug advises and represents clients in a wide range of matters, including disputes concerning business relationships, real estate, and commercial transactions involving individuals, partnerships, limited liability companies, for-profit and non-profit corporations, and citizens associations. He represents clients in trial court proceedings, appeals, administrative hearings, mediation, and arbitration.. Doug has written extensively about the laws of the District of Columbia, including for his blog, currently known as D.C. Law Blog. He is also the author of Tort Claims and Defenses in the District of Columbia, which is a handbook for lawyers who need detailed technical information about the laws of the District of Columbia applicable to civil claims for assault, battery, false imprisonment / false arrest, conversion, trespass to chattel, trespass to realty, negligence (including employer negligence, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, motor vehicle negligence, premises liability, and other cases), strict liability for defective products, defamation (libel and slander), injurious falsehood, invasion of privacy, fraudulent misrepresentation, negligent misrepresentation, malicious prosecution, abuse of process, spoliation of evidence, loss of consortium, and other torts as well as a wide range of defenses.. Doug earned his law degree, with high honors, from The George Washington University Law School where he served as a member and editor of The George Washington Law Review. Prior to attending law school, he earned a bachelor of science degree from Syracuse University, and a master of science degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.. Doug is a member of the District of Columbia Bar and, as such, is authorized to represent individuals and entities in proceedings before the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, and agencies of the District of Columbia such as the District of Columbia Office of Administrative Hearings. He is also authorized to represent individuals and entities in various federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Doug also has been admitted pro hac vice to litigate individual cases in courts throughout the country.. Doug is proficient in Spanish and has lived in Guatemala and Peru. He currently resides in the District of Columbia with his wonderful wife and children.

Suren G. Adams is an attorney with a passion for organization and excellence. She founded Adams Law Office, LLC over 20 years ago to help her clients get their financial houses in order and find peace of mind. She is an experienced member of the Maryland Bar Association, the District of Columbia Bar Association, Christian Legal Society, the Alliance of Black Women Attorneys, and the Prince George’s County Bar Association.. Suren obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland in 1994 and then completed course work for a Master of Arts degree in English with a specialty in Rhetoric. Suren then obtained her Juris Doctorate degree from George Washington University Law School, where she received honors for Legal Research & Writing and was a member of the Corporate Law Society and the Christian Legal Society.. Suren was born in Guyana, South America and moved to Durham, North Carolina with her family as a young child. A few years later, the family relocated to Prince George’s County, Maryland.. Suren’s goal is to provide each client with excellent legal services from their first contact with the firm to the conclusion of their case and beyond. She and her staff enjoy going above and beyond what is generally expected from lawyers and law firms today.

For more than a decade, Nichole Patterson has provided knowledgeable counsel to families and individuals throughout Washington, D.C. and Maryland faced with legal questions. She offers straightforward answers for questions concerning estate planning, family law, divorce and probate administration.

Brian R. Della Rocca is an experienced estate and trust planning attorney in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.  Mr. Della Rocca strives to find solutions to complex client needs in the most cost-effective manner.. A frequent speaker on estate planning topics, Mr. Della Rocca frequently lectures other attorneys, certified public accountants, and financial advisors on estate and tax planning issues. Mr. Della Rocca has published articles in various estate and financial planning publications.. Mr. Della Rocca has been quoted in the Journal of Financial Planning and Money Magazine discussing potential problems that can arise after a person's death.. He is a member of the Bar Associations of the State of Maryland, District of Columbia, and Montgomery County, Maryland.  Mr. Della Rocca served on the Estates and Trusts Section Council for the Maryland State Bar Association, served as the Co-Chair of the Maryland Estate and Gift Tax Study Group, and served as the Co-Chair of the Montgomery/Prince George's County, Maryland Tax Study Group. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine since 2009.. Brian currently serves on the St. Elizabeth Catholic School Advisory Board where he chairs the Marketing and Development Committee.. Mr. Della Rocca received a B.A. degree from the State University of New York College at Oneonta, a J.D. degree from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, and an LL.M. degree in Taxation with a Certificate in Employee Benefits from the Georgetown University Law Center.

Richard L. Gilman is a Principal and Co-Founder of Gilman & Edwards, L.L.C. He works primarily with bankruptcy, tax controversy, credit counseling / debt solutions, general corporate, real estate/mortgage refinance, personal injury/auto accidents and general civil and criminal litigation matters. Mr. Gilman is a former federal trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice, Tax Division, where he prosecuted civil tax cases throughout the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts. While serving in this capacity, he won the "Outstanding Attorney" award in 1996. Before working for the Tax Division, Mr. Gilman was a trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Fair Housing Division. While at HUD, he issued informal opinions regarding the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and prosecuted complaints of discriminatory housing practices on behalf of aggrieved persons.

Pinni Bohm, J.D., LL.M. (Taxation), drafts Wills, Trusts, and Asset Protection plans. He also handles Estate Probate & Administration Proceedings, Will Contests, and Home Purchases & Sales. Pinni prides himself in always being available to his clients when they need him. Contact him today for a free ten-minute phone consultation.. $2,500* Fixed-Fee For Uncontested Estate Probate and Administration Actions. About Probate & Estate Attorney Pinni Bohm:. Pinni Bohm, J.D., LL.M. (Taxation), received his J.D. from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in 2010, where he had concentrated his studies in the tax law area. Recognizing his expertise, the Cardozo faculty granted him the James Lewis Award, which is given to one graduating student each year for outstanding achievement in tax law. He then pursued the prestigious LL.M. in Taxation degree from the New York University School of Law's #1 Ranked Program where he extensively studied the Internal Revenue Code provisions pertaining to the estate planning and probate areas. He also holds a B.S. in Business, Management, and Finance, summa cum laude, from Brooklyn College of CUNY. Since founding Bohm Law Firm, P.C., in March of 2011, Pinni has formulated sophisticated multimillion dollar estate plans, has initiated probate and administration proceedings, resolved estate administration issues, negotiated and closed numerous residential and commercial real estate transactions, and has devised complex tax plans to assist corporations and families. He has also handled difficult probate proceedings to completion.. Pinni Bohm was honored by the Super Lawyers magazine as a Rising Star in the area of Estate Planning and Probate, and by American Society of Legal Advocates as Top 40 Under 40 Trusts and Estates Attorneys. Avvo has also consistently awarded Pinni a 10/10 Superb Rating, and Avvo issued him the coveted Clients' Choice Award in 2015 and 2016.. Bohm Law Firm, P.C., has locations available to meet clients in Times Square, Manhattan and Midwood, Brooklyn. Both locations are near major subway lines. All other listed areas should be considered virtual offices with meetings by appointment only.. We also offer in-house and hospital visits at an additional fee.. Attorney advertising. Testimonials, etc., exemplify the quality of service you could expect from the Bohm Law Firm, P.C., but should not be taken as an indication of future results. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

I  am a leading estate planning attorney and certified financial planner.  I've been honored as a Rising Star by Super Lawyer magazine in the area of estate planning and probate.. I frequently speak on a variety of estate and financial planning topics, regularly presenting educational workshops for the public as well as  business organizations, corporations, associations, special interest groups, support groups, financial advisory firms and other legal professionals in our community. I always do my best to try and reduce complex legal and financial principles into understandable concepts.. I feel grateful to have had the opportunity to be of service to so many families.  I enjoy making a difference in the lives of people I work with.  While protecting financial assets is often why someone often seeks my help, strengthening and maintaining family unity is my major goal and probably the number one reason why clients refer their friends and family to our practice.. I think it is important to make the most of every day and always find a way to laugh even when times are difficult.. I am married to my law firm partner, Ilana, and we enjoy raising our four children.

Ilana F. Davidov, Esq. is an attorney at Davidov Law Group, P.C., and has been practicing law for two decades. Mrs. Davidov’s practice is focused in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, Estate Administration, Elder Law and Medicaid planning & qualification.. Mrs. Davidov is a sought after expert in the field and is a regular lecturer to the public and professionals on topics relating to Elder Law issues and Estate Planning. She is member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and Attorneys with Purpose (a national organization that supports attorneys that work in the areas of Elder Law and Medicaid Planning). Mrs. Davidov is married to Michael Davidov, an Estate Planning attorney and Certified Financial Planner. She devotes much of her time outside of work to raising their four children.

I am dedicated to providing outstanding legal services and counsel in the areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law and Probate.  I enjoy helping each and every client achieve peace of mind by creating a customized legal solution to fit their specific needs.  Because I am a dedicated professional, I have developed an in depth knowledge and understanding of the law in my practice areas.  I live in NY with my husband and four children.

Practicing for over 25 years, Annabel Bazante brings her vast experience to families interested in Elder Law, probate, protecting and providing for loved ones through the caring preparation of Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and Health Care Proxies, and more.  Annabel provides personalized and attentive representation to individuals and families involved in probate proceedings, administration of trusts and estates, guardianship proceedings, and Surrogate's Court litigation matters.  Annabel has handled many complex contested estate and guardianship matters, and has received many judicial appointments as Guardian ad Litem, Court Evaluator and Guardian.  Annabel has been recognized by the Nassau County Bar Association as an Access to Justice Champion, and for her outstanding service as Chair of the Nassau County Lawyers Assistance Program.. When she is not assisting clients, Annabel enjoys sustainable, environmentally friendly gardening, playing with her puppy, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.

Mark's practice is focused in the area of real estate transactions and general business and contract matters. He represents owners, developers, co-op boards, and tenants in various transactions across the real estate spectrum including commercial, office, retail, industrial, restaurant, and residential properties.. Mark has represented high net worth individuals, multi-million square foot landlords, co-ops, national and regional tenants, and various local and international businesses on their real estate and corporate transactions in New York.. Mark is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey, is a licensed real estate broker, and has been involved in all aspects of real estate from acquisition and pre-development to land-use, construction, management and sales.

Willie is an attorney licensed to practice in California since 2011. He has since added admissions in Missouri, New York, New Jersey, Iowa, Kansas and North Dakota.. He was born and raised in Missouri, went to high school and college in California, and returned there after attending the prestigious Washington and Lee University, School of Law in Lexington, Virginia. He relocated to New York and relaunched his law firm in 2018, focusing exclusively on retirement – estate planning and division of retirement accounts through qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs).. He has written for Thomson Reuters, Clio, and California Lawyer, and his writings have been cited by the American Bar Association, Above the Law, and other leading legal publications.. He is currently rated a perfect 10.0 by , and more importantly, has a perfect 5-star rating from his past clients on all major review sites.

John has been a NYS licensed attorney since 1997.  John's practice is focused on residential and commercial real estate transactions, as well as helping a family after the death of a loved one to navigate the surrogate's court in probate and administration proceedings.  In addition to being an attorney, John M. Crane, Esq. is a former adjunct professor at Westchester Community College, as well as a former Village Trustee in the Village of Port Chester, where he was twice elected, the second time as the highest vote getter of all candidates!

Our NY estate lawyers at this firm have been helping families in New York plan and administer their estates for years.  With more than 60 combined years of legal experience probating  and challenging wills, setting up elaborate trusts and family limited partnerships, we make getting your affairs in order easy.  No other NY estate lawyers have a better track record challenging attorney drafted wills.. The NY estate lawyers at the Law Offices of Jason W. Stern & Associates have made a reputation for themselves by tracking down tens of millions of dollars for benificieries defrauded by unscrupoulous fiduciaries and executors.  Additionally, our firm is one of the few NY estate firms who have also recovered countless sums of money in kinship proceedings for beneficiaries of decedents who died without a will.. Feel free to speak with a NY estate lawyer at the Law Offices of Jason W. Stern & Associates today for a free consultaion by calling.

Ms. Cohen is an Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney and is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys has been recommended by both Suze Orman in her book 9 Steps to Financial Freedom and Money magazine. Ms. Cohen is also a member of the Trusts & Estates section, Elder Law section & Health Law section of the New York State Bar Association. Her practice focuses on the areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning, Tax Law, Guardianship proceedings, Real Estate Law, Probate, and Asset Protection & Business Planning.. She has helped many high net worth and middle income families plan for their future by creating their Wills, Trusts, Estate Plans & Health Care documents. Every Estate plan is customized and tailored to meet the personal and financial goals of all of her clients. She has handled some of the most complicated and complex estate planning cases and tax issues and her expertise allows her to assess the best course of action for each of her clients depending on their present situation and future goals. She also works with elderly clients to help them plan and qualify for Medicaid as well as assisting them with Medicaid Applications.

I have been an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of New York since 1998.   My practice comprises personal injury, medical malpractice and employment litigation as well as real estate transactions and estate planning and administration.  I have litigated hundreds of personal injury, medical malpractice and workplace discrimination cases at both the trial and appellate levels and through arbitration and mediation, obtaining seven figure awards for my clients.. I represent banks, developers and individuals in all manner of residential and commercial real estate transactions.. I represent clients in the preparation and implementation of estate plans designed to preserve assets, mitigate estate taxes and care for the special needs of family members.  I also represent executors and fiduciaries in all manner of estate proceedings, including probate, administration, accounting and contested surrogate's court matters.

We work very hard and diligently for all our clients no matter how big or small their case might be. To us each case is as important as the next and we give our utmost to satisfy our clients.

George K. Fuiaxis, Esq., earned his B.A. degree from Fordham University, Summa Cum Laude, with a double major in Economics and Political Science, and also completed the Business Administration Program. Mr. Fuiaxis was the speaker at his Fordham University graduation ceremony, and graduated with Honors in Economics and Political Science. Mr. Fuiaxis was awarded with the Fordham University Alumni Award, the highest award and distinction provided at graduation by the Fordham Alum. While at Fordham University, Mr. Fuiaxis was on the Dean's List, and part of the Omicron Delta Epsilon International Economics Honor Society, Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society, the President of the Fordham Pre-Law and Hellenic Society, founder of the Fordham Political and Economic Forum, Managing Editor of the Fordham University Journal of Philosophy and Social Science, and Entertainment Writer for the Fordham Observer. Mr. Fuiaxis was the recipient of the following scholarships during his undergraduate career: The Hellenic Times Scholarship, Phillips Scholarship and Athanasiades Scholarship.. Mr. Fuiaxis earned his J.D. Degree from Fordham University School of Law. While at Fordham University School of Law, Mr. Fuiaxis was an Associate Editor of the Fordham Law Review, on the Dean's List, founder of the Hellenic Law Student's Association and Entertainment Writer for the Fordham Law Advocate. Mr. Fuiaxis' publication, Indemnification or Comparative Fault: Should a Tortfeasor's Right to Receive "Ryan Indemnity" in Maritime Law Sink or Swim in the Presence of Comparative Fault?, published in 67 Fordham L. Rev. 1609 (1999) has been cited in In re: TP Transportation, No. 95-215-B-M2 (District La. 2001).. Prior to starting his private law practice in Astoria, New York, in 2002, Mr. Fuiaxis was an associate at the law firm of White & Case LLP, and a judicial intern for the Honorable Herman Cahn at the State Supreme Court of New York, Commercial Division. In addition to his law practice, Mr. Fuiaxis is an Adjunct Professor of Law, at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, the owner of Living Dream Realty, and a licensed New York mortgage loan originator.. Mr. Fuiaxis is fluent in speaking and writing Greek and is admitted to practice law in the states of New York and New Jersey, in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and in the United State Supreme Court. Mr. Fuiaxis has also received the The New York City Bar Pro Bono Society Star of Achievement Award and designated as an Empire State Counsel by The New York State Bar Association.