Atty. Jay David Waxenberg
Jay David Waxenberg is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, tax and 1 other area of law. Jay received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 44+ Years Experience
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About Jay David Waxenberg at a Glance
Jay David Waxenberg is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Proskauer Rose Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1982). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D. New, 1981) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay David Waxenberg
- Jay David Waxenberg is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, tax and 1 other area of law
- Jay received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Jay practices at Proskauer Rose LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Jay David Waxenberg's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay David Waxenberg 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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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Civil Litigation 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
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Jay David Waxenberg
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 Jay David Waxenberg's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, tax, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay David Waxenberg brings 44+ 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 trusts, estate planning, and tax, Jay David Waxenberg 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 Jay David Waxenberg 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 Jay David Waxenberg Handles in New York
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