Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Stephen P. Long at a Glance
Stephen P. Long is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Karson & Long, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1979), New York (1980), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Court U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court o (1984). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D. New, 1979) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1976). Active member of Bar Association of the City of New York New York State (Member, Sections On: Real Property Probate Taxation) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen P. Long
- Mr. Stephen P. Long is a lawyer practicing tax law, elder law, trusts law and 2 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Stephen practices at Karson & Long, LLP in New York, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen P. Long's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen P. Long handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
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.
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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Stephen P. Long is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Elder Law in New York
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Stephen P. Long is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 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 Stephen P. Long
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 P. Long's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, tax, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen P. Long brings 47+ 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 Georgia (Inactive), New York, and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Court U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court o, Stephen P. Long 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 P. Long 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 Stephen P. Long 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 P. Long Handles in New York
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