Atty. Michael Markhoff
Michael Markhoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Michael, who practices law in White Plains, New York, has been recognized since 2008.
Trusts and Estates Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY
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About Michael Markhoff at a Glance
Michael Markhoff is a trusts attorney based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Danziger & Markhoff LLP. Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1990) and Brooklyn Law School (—, 1990). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Markhoff
- Michael Markhoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates
- Michael, who practices law in White Plains, New York, has been recognized since 2008
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Michael Markhoff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Markhoff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Trusts in White Plains
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Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
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 White Plains 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.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
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Why Clients in White Plains Choose Michael Markhoff
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 Michael Markhoff's practice in the field of trusts.
Focused Trusts Practice
Concentrating on trusts means Michael Markhoff's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Michael Markhoff attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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