Atty. Stephen Block Hand
Stephen Block Hand is a lawyer practicing tax, trusts, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Adelphi University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Garden City, NY · 58+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Block Hand at a Glance
Stephen Block Hand is a trusts, estate planning, tax, and estate litigation attorney based in Garden City, New York, practicing at Jaspan Schlesinger Narendran LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in New York (1968) and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at New York University (LL.M. St., 1973) and Adelphi University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Block Hand
- Stephen Block Hand is a lawyer practicing tax, trusts, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from Adelphi University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Stephen practices at Jaspan Schlesinger Narendran LLP in Garden City, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Block Hand's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Block Hand handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Garden City.
Trusts in Garden City
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Estate Planning & Probate in Garden City
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 in Garden City
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Stephen Block Hand is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Garden City
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Garden City
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 Garden City 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.
Garden City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Garden City-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 Garden City Choose Stephen Block Hand
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 Stephen Block Hand's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, tax, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Block Hand brings 58+ 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 and U.S. Tax Court, Stephen Block Hand 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, Stephen Block Hand can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Garden City
A Garden City-based practice means Stephen Block Hand 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 Stephen Block Hand Handles in Garden City
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen Block Hand directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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