Atty. Douglas A. Shartrand
Douglas A. Shartrand is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, corporate law and 2 other areas of law.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Latham, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Douglas A. Shartrand at a Glance
Douglas A. Shartrand is a Managing Partner based in Latham, New York, practicing at Shartrand and Shartrand. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1985), and U.S. Tax Court (1987). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1984) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Latham, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Douglas A. Shartrand
- Douglas A. Shartrand is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, corporate law and 2 other areas of law
- Douglas received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Douglas practices at Shartrand and Shartrand in Latham, NY
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Douglas A. Shartrand's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas A. Shartrand handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Latham.
Estate Planning & Probate in Latham
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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Business & Corporate Law in Latham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Latham
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Douglas A. Shartrand is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in Latham
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Douglas A. Shartrand is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Power of Attorney in Latham
Douglas A. Shartrand is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Latham
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 Latham 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.
Latham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Latham-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 Latham Choose Douglas A. Shartrand
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 Douglas A. Shartrand's practice in the field of estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Douglas A. Shartrand brings 41+ 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 York, U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, and U.S. Tax Court, Douglas A. Shartrand can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and real estate, Douglas A. Shartrand can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Latham
A Latham-based practice means Douglas A. Shartrand attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Douglas A. Shartrand Handles in Latham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Douglas A. Shartrand has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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