Atty. William E. Scheffer
William E. Scheffer is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, inheritance planning and 21 other areas of law.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 23+ Years Experience
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About William E. Scheffer at a Glance
William E. Scheffer is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Scheffer Law pllc. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, poa, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 2002) and Yale University (B.A., 1987). Active member of New York City Bar Association New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William E. Scheffer
- William E. Scheffer is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, inheritance planning and 21 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1987, and has been licensed for 23 years
- William practices at Scheffer Law pllc in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
William E. Scheffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William E. Scheffer 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
William E. Scheffer is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in New York →
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.
William E. Scheffer is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Power of Attorney in New York
William E. Scheffer is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in New York →
Health Care Law in New York
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
William E. Scheffer is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 William E. Scheffer
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 William E. Scheffer's practice in the field of wills, trusts, estate planning, poa, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William E. Scheffer brings 23+ 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, William E. Scheffer 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 William E. Scheffer 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 William E. Scheffer Handles in New York
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