Atty. Michael Stephen Markhoff
Mr. Michael Stephen Markhoff is a lawyer practicing trusts law, estates law, tax law and 2 other areas of law.
Estates Law & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 35+ Years Experience
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About Michael Stephen Markhoff at a Glance
Michael Stephen Markhoff is a Partner based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Danziger & Markhoff LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1991), Connecticut (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1991). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1990) and Columbia College (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Stephen Markhoff
- Mr. Michael Stephen Markhoff is a lawyer practicing trusts law, estates law, tax law and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Columbia College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Michael practices at Danziger & Markhoff LLP in White Plains, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Stephen Markhoff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Stephen 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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Estate Planning & Probate in White Plains
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael Stephen Markhoff is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in White Plains
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael Stephen Markhoff is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
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
Choosing a White Plains-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 White Plains Choose Michael Stephen 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 Stephen Markhoff's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Stephen Markhoff brings 35+ 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, Connecticut, and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, Michael Stephen Markhoff can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and tax, Michael Stephen Markhoff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Michael Stephen 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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Common Legal Issues Michael Stephen Markhoff Handles in White Plains
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