Atty. David Dean Fenster

Atty. David Dean Fenster

David Dean Fenster is a lawyer practicing asset protection, charitable giving, elder law and 10 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Lancaster Lancaster 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About David Dean Fenster at a glance

David Dean Fenster is a Member based in Lancaster, New York, practicing at Fenster & Lewis, LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1987). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S., 1983). Active member of Erie County, New York State (Member, Trusts and Estates Section) and American Bar Associations National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Lancaster, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Dean Fenster is a lawyer practicing asset protection, charitable giving, elder law and 10 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Fenster & Lewis, LLC in Lancaster, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Dean Fenster's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Probate

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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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Tax Law

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

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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 Lancaster 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 David Dean Fenster

Where is David Dean Fenster's law office located?
David Dean Fenster's law practice is located in Lancaster, New York. The firm is Fenster & Lewis, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Dean Fenster handle?
David Dean Fenster focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Dean Fenster practiced law?
David Dean Fenster has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Dean Fenster go to law school?
David Dean Fenster earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact David Dean Fenster for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1986
B.S.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1987

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