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Atty. William Madora Harris

Atty. William Madora Harris

William Madora Harris is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, real estate, business law and 5 other areas of law. William received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1965, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Latham Latham 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About William Madora Harris at a glance

William Madora Harris is a Senior Counsel based in Latham, New York, practicing at Lavelle & Finn, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1973). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D., 1972) and Colgate University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Latham, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Madora Harris is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, real estate, business law and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1965, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • William practices at Lavelle & Finn, LLP in Latham, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Madora Harris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Madora Harris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William Madora Harris is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Tax Law

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

William Madora Harris is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Latham 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 William Madora Harris

Where is William Madora Harris's law office located?
William Madora Harris's law practice is located in Latham, New York. The firm is Lavelle & Finn, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Madora Harris handle?
William Madora Harris focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Madora Harris practiced law?
William Madora Harris has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did William Madora Harris go to law school?
William Madora Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact William Madora Harris for a consultation?
You can contact William Madora Harris directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Madora Harris received?
William Madora Harris's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School
- 1972
A.B.
Colgate University
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973

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