Atty. Daniel Gene Fish
Daniel Gene Fish is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, guardianship and 1 other area of law. Daniel Gene received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 50+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Gene Fish at a Glance
Daniel Gene Fish is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Daniel G. Fish LLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Texas (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1976), New York (1981), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1976) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1994-1995, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Gene Fish
- Daniel Gene Fish is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, guardianship and 1 other area of law
- Daniel Gene received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Daniel Gene practices at Daniel G. Fish LLC in New York, NY
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Daniel Gene Fish's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Gene Fish handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Trusts 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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Power of Attorney in New York
Daniel Gene Fish is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New York →
Elder Law in New York
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Daniel Gene Fish is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in New York →
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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 Daniel Gene Fish
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 Daniel Gene Fish's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Gene Fish brings 50+ 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 Texas, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, and New York, Daniel Gene Fish can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and poa, Daniel Gene Fish 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 Daniel Gene Fish 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 Daniel Gene Fish Handles in New York
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