Atty. Sheldon J. Fleishman
Sheldon J. Fleishman is a lawyer practicing wills, trusts, estates and 3 other areas of law.
Estates & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 40+ Years Experience
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Sheldon J. Fleishman is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Sheldon J. Fleishman. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1986). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1980). Active member of New York State Bar Association New York County Lawyers Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sheldon J. Fleishman
- Sheldon J. Fleishman is a lawyer practicing wills, trusts, estates and 3 other areas of law
- Sheldon received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Sheldon practices at Sheldon J. Fleishman in New York, NY
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Sheldon J. Fleishman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheldon J. Fleishman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Wills in New York
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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.
Sheldon J. Fleishman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Sheldon J. Fleishman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 Sheldon J. Fleishman
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 Sheldon J. Fleishman's practice in the field of wills, trusts, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sheldon J. Fleishman brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and estate planning, Sheldon J. Fleishman 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 Sheldon J. Fleishman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Sheldon J. Fleishman Handles in New York
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