Atty. David S. Lee
David S. Lee is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning, probate and 1 other area of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 46+ Years Experience
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About David S. Lee at a Glance
David S. Lee is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Stapper & Van Doren. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in New York (1980). Educated at Columbia University (J.D. Harlan, 1977) and Harvard University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American (Member, Sections of: Taxation Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David S. Lee
- David S. Lee is a lawyer practicing tax, estate planning, probate and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
- David practices at Stapper & Van Doren in New York, NY
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David S. Lee's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David S. Lee handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
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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Power of Attorney in New York
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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 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 David S. Lee
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 David S. Lee's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, tax, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David S. Lee brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and tax, David S. Lee 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 David S. Lee 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 David S. Lee Handles in New York
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