Atty. John Stephen Sillings

Atty. John Stephen Sillings

John Stephen Sillings is a lawyer practicing trust law, estate planning, real estate law and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Yonkers Yonkers 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About John Stephen Sillings at a glance

John Stephen Sillings is a Member based in Yonkers, New York, practicing at John S. Sillings. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1991) and Connecticut (1991). Educated at Pace University (J.D., 1991) and New York University (B.S. New, 1983). Active member of Westchester County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Yonkers, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Stephen Sillings is a lawyer practicing trust law, estate planning, real estate law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at John S. Sillings in Yonkers, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Sillings's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Stephen Sillings handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 Yonkers 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 John Stephen Sillings

Where is John Stephen Sillings's law office located?
John Stephen Sillings's law practice is located in Yonkers, New York. The firm is John S. Sillings. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Sillings handle?
John Stephen Sillings focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Stephen Sillings practiced law?
John Stephen Sillings has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Stephen Sillings go to law school?
John Stephen Sillings earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. New, 1983).
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Education

J.D.
Pace University
- 1991
B.S. New
New York University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
Connecticut
Admitted: 1991

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