Atty. Geoffry R. Handler

Atty. Geoffry R. Handler

Geoffry R. Handler is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, estate planning.

Sarasota Sarasota 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Geoffry R. Handler at a glance

Geoffry R. Handler is a Partner based in Sarasota, Florida, practicing at McLaughlin & Stern, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1974). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1973) and The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Geoffry R. Handler is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate law, estate planning
  • Geoffry R. received a B.S. degree from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Geoffry R. practices at McLaughlin & Stern, LLP in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Geoffry R. Handler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Geoffry R. Handler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Geoffry R. Handler is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Geoffry R. Handler is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sarasota are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Geoffry R. Handler

Where is Geoffry R. Handler's law office located?
Geoffry R. Handler's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. The firm is McLaughlin & Stern, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Geoffry R. Handler handle?
Geoffry R. Handler focuses on estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Geoffry R. Handler practiced law?
Geoffry R. Handler has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Geoffry R. Handler go to law school?
Geoffry R. Handler earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Geoffry R. Handler for a consultation?
You can contact Geoffry R. Handler directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Geoffry R. Handler received?
Geoffry R. Handler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1973
B.S.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1974

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