Atty. Brian A Raphan
Brian A Raphan is a lawyer practicing guardianship, estate planning, nursing home abuse and neglect and 8 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 38+ Years Experience
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About Brian A Raphan at a Glance
Brian A Raphan is an Owner based in New York, New York, practicing at Brian A. Raphan, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1988) and New York (1989). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 1988) and Temple University (B.S., 1985). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations New York County Lawyers Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian A Raphan
- Brian A Raphan is a lawyer practicing guardianship, estate planning, nursing home abuse and neglect and 8 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Brian practices at Brian A. Raphan, P.C. in New York, NY
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Brian A Raphan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian A Raphan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Wills in New York
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Trusts in New York
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Probate in New York
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Estate Planning & Probate in New York
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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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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 New York 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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Brian A Raphan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian A Raphan's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian A Raphan brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and New York, Brian A Raphan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, Brian A Raphan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Brian A Raphan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Brian A Raphan Handles in New York
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