Atty. M. Stephen Rasch

Atty. M. Stephen Rasch

Steve has been practicing law since 1979. He has experience in various areas of international business, and has built relationships with prestigious clients over years of dedicated practice.

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Corporate Governance & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 46+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About M. Stephen Rasch at a Glance

M. Stephen Rasch is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Loeb, Block & Partners LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), New Jersey (1980), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1980), and U.S. Tax Court (1981). Educated at Seton Hall Law School (J.D., 1979) and Rutgers University (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association New Jersey State Society of CPA's American Institute of CPA's American Foreign Law Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About M. Stephen Rasch

  • Steve has been practicing law since 1979
  • He has experience in various areas of international business, and has built relationships with prestigious clients over years of dedicated practice
  • Steve has diverse experience including representing foreign and U.S. based multinational companies and their shareholders in banking, finance, petrochemicals, travel, real estate, agriculture, and technology
  • His established relationships allow him the extensive use of tax treaties and a network of professionals in strategic disciplines around the world
  • He is admitted to practice law in New York State including U.S
  • District Court, Southern District of New York, New Jersey including U.S
  • District Court, District of New Jersey and the U.S Tax Court
  • Steve graduated with an AB in Economics from Rutgers University, he is a CPA and holds a J.D. from Seton Hall Law School

Practice Areas Explained

M. Stephen Rasch's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Stephen Rasch handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.

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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Business & Corporate Law in New York

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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International Law in New York

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 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

Choosing a New York-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About M. Stephen Rasch

Where is M. Stephen Rasch's law office located?
M. Stephen Rasch's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Loeb, Block & Partners LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does M. Stephen Rasch handle?
M. Stephen Rasch focuses on estate planning, business, tax, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has M. Stephen Rasch practiced law?
M. Stephen Rasch has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did M. Stephen Rasch go to law school?
M. Stephen Rasch earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact M. Stephen Rasch for a consultation?
You can contact M. Stephen Rasch 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 M. Stephen Rasch received?
M. Stephen Rasch's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in New York Choose M. Stephen Rasch

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 M. Stephen Rasch's practice in the field of estate planning, business, tax, and international.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

M. Stephen Rasch brings 46+ 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, New Jersey, and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, M. Stephen Rasch can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering estate planning, business, and tax, M. Stephen Rasch 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 M. Stephen Rasch 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 M. Stephen Rasch Handles in New York

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters M. Stephen Rasch 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.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact M. Stephen Rasch directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Seton Hall Law School
- 1979
A.B.
Rutgers University
- 1972

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York
Admitted: 1980
New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1987

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