Atty. Tara R. Goffney

Atty. Tara R. Goffney

Tara R. Goffney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, business law.

Bronx Bronx 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Tara R. Goffney at a glance

Tara R. Goffney is a Member based in Bronx, New York, practicing at Tara R. Goffney. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at Pace University (J.D., 1983) and Wellesley College (B.A., 1979). Active member of New York State Bar Association Association of Black Lawyers of Westchester County. Serands clients in Bronx, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Tara R. Goffney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, elder law, business law
  • Tara received a B.A. degree from Wellesley College in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Tara practices at Tara R. Goffney in Bronx, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Tara R. Goffney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tara R. Goffney 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Bronx 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

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Where is Tara R. Goffney's law office located?
Tara R. Goffney's law practice is located in Bronx, New York. The firm is Tara R. Goffney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tara R. Goffney handle?
Tara R. Goffney focuses on estate planning, business, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Tara R. Goffney practiced law?
Tara R. Goffney has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Tara R. Goffney go to law school?
Tara R. Goffney earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Tara R. Goffney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Pace University
- 1983
B.A.
Wellesley College
- 1979

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984

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