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Atty. Bernard Vishnick

Atty. Bernard Vishnick

Bernard Vishnick is a lawyer practicing trusts, estate planning, elder law and 2 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Lake Success Lake Success 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard Vishnick at a glance

Bernard Vishnick is a Senior Partner based in Lake Success, New York, practicing at Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP Attorneys at Law. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1965). Educated at New York Law School (LL.B., 1965) and New York University (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Lake Success, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bernard Vishnick is a lawyer practicing trusts, estate planning, elder law and 2 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Bernard practices at Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP Attorneys at Law in Lake Success, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Vishnick's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Bernard Vishnick is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in New York →

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.

Bernard Vishnick is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →

Power of Attorney

Bernard Vishnick is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New York →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Bernard Vishnick is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lake Success are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernard Vishnick

Where is Bernard Vishnick's law office located?
Bernard Vishnick's law practice is located in Lake Success, New York. The firm is Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Vishnick handle?
Bernard Vishnick focuses on trusts, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bernard Vishnick practiced law?
Bernard Vishnick has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Bernard Vishnick go to law school?
Bernard Vishnick earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Bernard Vishnick for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard Vishnick 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 Bernard Vishnick received?
Bernard Vishnick's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.B.
New York Law School
- 1965
B.A.
New York University
- 1962

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1965

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