Atty. Joan Adrienne Stephens

Atty. Joan Adrienne Stephens

Joan Adrienne Stephens is a lawyer practicing estate administration, adoption law, guardianship and 1 other area of law. Joan received a B.S. degree from Mercy College in 1985, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Mount Vernon Mount Vernon 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Joan Adrienne Stephens at a glance

Joan Adrienne Stephens is a probate, poa, adoption, and elder law attorney based in Mount Vernon, New York. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at Queens College of the City University of New York (J.D., 2001) and Mercy College (B.S., 1985). Serands clients in Mount Vernon, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joan Adrienne Stephens is a lawyer practicing estate administration, adoption law, guardianship and 1 other area of law
  • Joan received a B.S. degree from Mercy College in 1985, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Joan practices in Mount Vernon, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joan Adrienne Stephens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joan Adrienne Stephens handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Power of Attorney

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Adoption

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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 Mount Vernon 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 Joan Adrienne Stephens

Where is Joan Adrienne Stephens's law office located?
Joan Adrienne Stephens's law practice is located in Mount Vernon, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan Adrienne Stephens handle?
Joan Adrienne Stephens focuses on probate, poa, adoption, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joan Adrienne Stephens practiced law?
Joan Adrienne Stephens has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Joan Adrienne Stephens go to law school?
Joan Adrienne Stephens earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Joan Adrienne Stephens for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Queens College of the City University of New York
- 2001
B.S.
Mercy College
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003

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