Atty. Michael Scott Arlein
Michael Scott Arlein is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, financial services, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael Scott Arlein at a Glance
Michael Scott Arlein is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2000), New York (2001), and Connecticut (2014). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2000) and Duke University (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Trusts & Estates Law Section, Committee on International Estate Planning) Association of the Bar of the City of New York (Trusts, Estates & Surrogate's Courts Committee) Estate Planning Council of New York City (Board of Directors) Society of Trust and Es, Professional Activities MEMBERSHIPS: New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Scott Arlein
- Michael Scott Arlein is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, financial services, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Scott Arlein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Arlein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Trusts in New York
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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
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Tax Law in New York
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Power of Attorney in New York
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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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Michael Scott Arlein
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 Scott Arlein's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Scott Arlein brings 26+ 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 Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, Michael Scott Arlein can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Michael Scott Arlein 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 Michael Scott Arlein 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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Common Legal Issues Michael Scott Arlein Handles in New York
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