Atty. Robert W. Ashton
Robert W. Ashton is a lawyer practicing charitable trusts and foundations law, estate planning law, probate law and 1 other area of law.
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Robert W. Ashton is a Principal based in New York, New York, practicing at Robert W. Ashton. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (1965). Educated at Vanderbilt University (LL.B., 1964) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert W. Ashton is a lawyer practicing charitable trusts and foundations law, estate planning law, probate law and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1960, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Robert practices at Robert W. Ashton in New York, NY
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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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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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