Atty. R Edward Townsend

Atty. R Edward Townsend

R Edward Townsend is a lawyer practicing trusts, marriage & prenuptials, commercial and 4 other areas of law. R received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years.

New York New York 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About R Edward Townsend at a glance

R Edward Townsend is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Townsend & Valente, LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax litigation, and prenup. Admitted to practice in New York (1971) and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1971). Educated at University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1969) and Yale University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • R Edward Townsend is a lawyer practicing trusts, marriage & prenuptials, commercial and 4 other areas of law
  • R received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • R practices at Townsend & Valente, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

R Edward Townsend's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R Edward Townsend 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Litigation

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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

R Edward Townsend is one of 8,877 prenup attorneys indexed nationally. Browse prenup attorneys in New York →

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 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 R Edward Townsend

Where is R Edward Townsend's law office located?
R Edward Townsend's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Townsend & Valente, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R Edward Townsend handle?
R Edward Townsend focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax litigation, prenup. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has R Edward Townsend practiced law?
R Edward Townsend has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did R Edward Townsend go to law school?
R Edward Townsend earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact R Edward Townsend for a consultation?
You can contact R Edward Townsend directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has R Edward Townsend received?
R Edward Townsend's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1969
B.A.
Yale University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1971

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