Atty. Michael Lawrence Ettinger

Atty. Michael Lawrence Ettinger

Michael Lawrence Ettinger is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, elder law, estate planning. Michael has been licensed for 46 years.

Rhinebeck Rhinebeck 46 J. Erfahrung 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Lawrence Ettinger at a glance

Michael Lawrence Ettinger is a President, and Attorney and Counselor at Law based in Rhinebeck, New York, practicing at The Ettinger Law Firm. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982). Educated at London School of Economics (LL.M. McGill, 1978). Serands clients in Rhinebeck, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Lawrence Ettinger is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, elder law, estate planning
  • Michael has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices at The Ettinger Law Firm in Rhinebeck, NY and 4 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lawrence Ettinger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Lawrence Ettinger 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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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 Rhinebeck 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 Michael Lawrence Ettinger

Where is Michael Lawrence Ettinger's law office located?
Michael Lawrence Ettinger's law practice is located in Rhinebeck, New York. The firm is The Ettinger Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lawrence Ettinger handle?
Michael Lawrence Ettinger focuses on trusts, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Lawrence Ettinger practiced law?
Michael Lawrence Ettinger has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Lawrence Ettinger go to law school?
Michael Lawrence Ettinger earned their education at (LL.M. McGill, 1978).
How can I contact Michael Lawrence Ettinger for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. McGill
London School of Economics
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982

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