Atty. Mark Stuart Laifer

Atty. Mark Stuart Laifer

Mark Stuart Laifer is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, taxation and 1 other area of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years.

New York New York 51 Years Experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Stuart Laifer at a glance

Mark Stuart Laifer is a trusts, estate planning, and tax attorney based in New York, New York. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1975), New York (1977), and U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern Distr (1978). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1971) and New York University (B.S., 1964). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Stuart Laifer is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, taxation and 1 other area of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1964, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Mark practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Stuart Laifer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Stuart Laifer 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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Stuart Laifer

Where is Mark Stuart Laifer's law office located?
Mark Stuart Laifer's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Stuart Laifer handle?
Mark Stuart Laifer focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Mark Stuart Laifer practiced law?
Mark Stuart Laifer has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Mark Stuart Laifer go to law school?
Mark Stuart Laifer earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1964).
How can I contact Mark Stuart Laifer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1971
B.S.
New York University
- 1964

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1975
New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern Distr
Admitted: 1978

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