Practice Areas

New York Real Estate and Elder Law Attorney

Elder Law ∙ Probate ∙ Real Estate ∙ Estate Planning ∙ Medicaid ∙ 1031 Exchange

The Staten Island law firm of Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC, is dedicated to providing clients with excellent and responsive service. We return telephone calls promptly, listen carefully to clients’ needs, and work hard to move their matters along as quickly as possible. For a lawyer who works for you, contact the Staten Island law firm of Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC at 718-667-9090.

Probate and Estate Administration : After a death in the family, people deal with grief, uncertainty, and confusion about the inheritance process. Estate and probate administration lawyers of Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC can help administer the estate, identify assets, handle contests to wills, manage guardianship proceedings, and serve as executor if requested. The attorneys know probate procedures thoroughly; the applicable federal, state, and New York City tax law, and are dedicated to handling every aspect of probate and estate administration effectively and responsively. Most importantly, probate lawyer Louis Lepore, an associate of MVA, understands the difficult time a family faces after the death of a loved one and he confidently guides clients through the probate process. We assure clients that we work for them, listen to their needs and concerns, and make them the firm's first priority during an estate administration and probate process.

Real Estate : The Staten Island law firm of Menicucci Villa & Associations PLLC represents individuals, families, banks, and other mortgage lenders in real estate transactions. The firm provides high-quality representation and legal guidance — ensuring that the transaction proceeds in a timely manner and solving any problems before the closing. Based on the firm's extensive knowledge of tax law relating to real estate, they represent people seeking tax savings through 1031 Tax Free Exchanges. Additionally, the firm represents banks and other lending institutions at closings, handling all the paperwork, cutting the checks, completing the HUD statement, and handling any other issues related to real estate closings.

Estate Planning : Estate planning lawyer Louis Lepore, an associate at Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC, believes in having legally enforceable documents in place to guide family members when making decisions regarding health care and administering an estate. He develops estate plans with comprehensive wills or trusts designed to meet the individual client’s needs. His years of experience with tax law allow him to provide knowledgeable advice to clients on tax consequences of estate plans. In addition, he is capable of providing sound advice regarding the effectiveness of revocable and irrevocable trusts. For more information about estate planning, visit the Estate Planning Information Center.

Medicaid Asset Protection : As a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Louis Lepore, an associate of Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC, is current on trends and concerns regarding our elderly population. As people age, concerns about protecting assets and protecting their legacy become a high priority. When you choose Louis Lepore, you choose and attorney who is committed to ensuring the security and protection of his clients and their money.

1031 Tax Free Exchange : Let an experienced and highly skilled attorney provide you with the correct information regarding 1031 tax deferrals. Louis Lepore worked for over 10 years at the New York State Department of Tax and Finance. He understands the complexities of tax issues and strives to provide clients with accessible information to make appropriate decisions.

Elder Law : Elder law attorney Louis Lepore is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. As a member of the NAELA, Mr. Lepore is current on the issues affecting elderly clients and their family members. Elder attorneys often work closely with social workers, long-term health care professionals, and family members. In addition, Mr. Lepore provides advice and counsel on health care planning, nursing home issues, Social Security matters, guardianships, and retirement planning.

To speak with a New York and New Jersey lawyer who will put your needs first, contact Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC.

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