Atty. Ian William MacLean

Atty. Ian William MacLean

Ian W. MacLean has practiced trusts and estates law for 26 of the 32 years he has been practicing law.

White Plains White Plains 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Ian William MacLean at a glance

Ian William MacLean is an Attorney at Law based in White Plains, New York, practicing at The MacLean Law Firm, P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1993). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1992) and St. Lawrence University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ian W. MacLean has practiced trusts and estates law for 26 of the 32 years he has been practicing law
  • He focuses his practice on representing, advocating for, counseling, and helping clients in all aspects of trusts and estates law, including estate planning, probate, estate administration, trust administration, estate and trust accountings, fiduciary taxes, estate, trust, and fiduciary litigation and including contested probate, will contests, removal of fiduciaries, capacity challenges, undue influence cases, powers of attorney, discovery and turnover, all other types of miscellaneous proceedings, guardianship matters, and fiduciary tax compliance
  • This work often involves business law, real property law, and matrimonial and family law issues
  • He also represents clients in mediation and other types of negotiation and alternative dispute resolution when appropriate to the client's goals and desires

Practice Areas Explained

Ian William MacLean's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ian William MacLean handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Power of Attorney

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 White Plains 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 Ian William MacLean

Where is Ian William MacLean's law office located?
Ian William MacLean's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is The MacLean Law Firm, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ian William MacLean handle?
Ian William MacLean focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Ian William MacLean practiced law?
Ian William MacLean has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Ian William MacLean go to law school?
Ian William MacLean earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Ian William MacLean for a consultation?
You can contact Ian William MacLean directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ian William MacLean received?
Ian William MacLean's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 1992
B.A.
St. Lawrence University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993

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