Atty. Stephan Lee Krakower

Atty. Stephan Lee Krakower

Stephan Lee Krakower is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, taxation. Stephan received a degree from Boston University School of Law, Graduate Tax Program in 1994, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Poughkeepsie Poughkeepsie 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Stephan Lee Krakower at a glance

Stephan Lee Krakower is a estate planning, tax, and elder law attorney based in Poughkeepsie, New York. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1994), New York (1994), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1996), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1996). Educated at Boston University School of Law, Graduate Tax Program (LL.M., 1994) and Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1993). Serands clients in Poughkeepsie, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephan Lee Krakower is a lawyer practicing elder law, estate planning, taxation
  • Stephan received a degree from Boston University School of Law, Graduate Tax Program in 1994, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Stephan practices in Poughkeepsie, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Stephan Lee Krakower's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephan Lee Krakower handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Poughkeepsie 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 Stephan Lee Krakower

Where is Stephan Lee Krakower's law office located?
Stephan Lee Krakower's law practice is located in Poughkeepsie, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephan Lee Krakower handle?
Stephan Lee Krakower focuses on estate planning, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Stephan Lee Krakower practiced law?
Stephan Lee Krakower has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Stephan Lee Krakower go to law school?
Stephan Lee Krakower earned their education at (LL.M., 1994); (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Stephan Lee Krakower for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M.
Boston University School of Law, Graduate Tax Program
- 1994
J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1994
New York
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1996

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