Mishiyeva Law, PLLC., is a law firm focusing on estate planning, probate, and estate administration. We service the hardworking individuals of New York City with pride and expertise. We are here to represent beneficiaries, administrators, executors, grantors, heirs, creditors, and trustees. Our firm is ready to take on cases delving into the complexities of a will contest as well as general estate litigation. There are many crucial estate planning documents that should be considered when you are thinking about planning ahead for the future. We are able to assist in drafting the following: • Revocable Trust • Irrevocable Trust • Living Will • Last Will and Testament • Healthcare Proxy • Medicaid Trust • Power of Attorney Should you need assistance with a guardianship appointment, our firm is ready to provide the proper legal guidance you seek. You can contact us at (646) 535-1667 and make an appointment for a free consultation located in our office on 85 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004. If you are in need of a Brooklyn probate lawyer, or an estate planning and probate lawyer in New York, we are here to help. A major misconception that most people have is the idea that estate planning should only apply for the elderly. This is completely false. By subscribing to a basic estate planning strategy today, you allow not only yourself, but your family the opportunity to avoid major hurdles as far as taxes are concerned, the possibility of avoiding probate, and a solid plan to avoid a will contest. Elder Law, Estate Planning, & Probate Help in NYC Estate Law is vast and complex. It deals with many items that can come up within a persons lifetime. Probate Administration is the process in which a decedent dies testate which means a will was in place. This process verifies if the will is valid and if so, the distribution of assets within the decedents estate are made to the appropriate parties. Estate Planning considers a wide range of possibilities in an individuals life and plans accordingly to withstand any unpredictability that may pose as an issue on ones financial state along with their medical needs. From appointing a power of attorney in order to have your finances handled while you are incapacitated, to preparing a will, estate planning covers important decisions whether one has passed away or is still living. You can learn more about the numerous aspects involved with this area of law by reading our New York Estate Planning Blog.

Creative Solutions to Immigration Problems A continuing commitment to justice for immigrants Our team of dedicated attorneys at Bretz & Coven, LLP are known throughout New York City for enthusiastically taking on the cases that other lawyers turn down. When we believe an injustice is being done, we are prepared to fight for our clients — in federal court, if necessary. Our firm is AV-Rated® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, and our team includes a former litigator for the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Because of our reputation in immigration law, other immigration attorneys often refer difficult cases to us. Dedication to immigration justice in every venue Our work is not limited to the administrative process of immigration. While we eagerly help individuals and families understand the process of obtaining citizenship, New York residency or a green card, we consider complex cases to be the strongpoint of our practice. Our attorneys have argued immigration appeals in federal appellate courts and have had a statute declared unconstitutional. We are dedicated to comprehensive immigration reform and remain invested in the latest immigration legislation and rulemaking, including deferred action. This allows us to advise our clients in New York of the full range

Eugene Litman, Esq. established Litman & Litman, P.C. in 1958. Eugene raised his four sons with aspirations that they would join him in the legal profession. He and his sons often discussed legal cases and argued their potential outcome over the dinner table. Eventually, all four of Eugene’s sons took up the legal profession by becoming lawyers. Two of Eugene’s sons, Jeffrey Litman and Kenneth Litman, joined their father’s firm. Today they have nearly 100 years of combined legal experience in personal injury law. Eugene Litman earned his degree from Brooklyn Law School while both Jeffrey Litman and Kenneth Litman earned their J.D. degrees from Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. Jeffrey received a B.S. in Management from Boston University while Ken earned his B.S. in Management from Arizona State University. The Litman family has brought justice to thousands of clients by securing hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation for them. With degrees in both law and business, they are more than qualified to defend your interests. They will accommodate your schedule with visits to your residence, hospital, or nursing home. They treat clients and their client’s circumstances with sensitivity. They understand that clients are potentially dealing with personal tragedies such as personal injury and wrongful death. The Litman team remains competitive and keeps apprised of the latest legal matters by extensive readings, attending conferences, and constant networking. They have met many leaders in American law, including United States Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Antonin Scalia.

Leigh is a founding partner of Sutton & Smyth, LLP. Born and raised in New York City, Leigh learned valuable lessons in street smarts, which provided him with a relentless work ethic and a tireless dedication to excel. Combined with his legal education and extensive experience, Leigh is a formidable trial attorney that does not shy away from the courtroom and has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. Leigh has dedicated his practice to zealously representing hard-working New Yorkers injured as a result of someone else’s negligence and representing victims who experienced property damage due to a fire or water loss. He gained invaluable early experience as a Partner of a renowned insurance defense firm, working closely with insurance adjusters and learning the ins and outs of how insurance companies value personal injury and property damage cases. He uses this knowledge, together with excellent negotiating and litigation skills, to maximize his client’s monetary recoveries. Leigh believes that all victims deserve a lawyer that truly cares about them. To that end, he makes himself available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and will continually communicate with clients to provide updates as their case progresses. He provides his cell number so clients can contact him whenever the need arises and is committed to excellence in the representation of his clients to bring them the justice they deserve and the compassion they need. Leigh is a native of Manhattan and is proud to continue to live there with his family. He attended college at Columbia University and Boston University and graduated from New York Law School. He is admitted to practice in all the Courts of New York State, the United States District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and the United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit. If you have been injured in an accident, or have sustained property damage due to the fault of another, Leigh will fight for you.

Courtney Davy proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps before receiving his Bachelor's and Juris Doctorate degrees. Courtney believes in giving back, especially during these times of economic despair for many Americans. His passion for community service is exactly why he has done pro bono work with the New York City Bankruptcy Project, assisting clients in sorting out their financial futures and helping them get back on their feet. Courtney recognizes the complexity of the legal system and understands that it's a lawyer's job to bridge the gap between the client and the law. He works towards making the system more accessible to his clients and getting them the best results possible. When he's not lawyering, you can find Courtney in the gym, producing his own music, or reading a good book.

Born and raised in New York, Associate Attorney Noah Passer is an experienced litigator who focuses his practice on representing injured workers and maximizing their compensation. Noah has extensive experience in all aspects of Workers’ Compensation, handling claims from inception and trial through permanency and settlement. He is comfortable litigating any disputed issue dealing with aspects of the employment relationship, medical treatment authorization, disability, permanency, or otherwise. Extremely respected by his peers and colleagues, Noah’s commitment is to the best interests of his clients.

Leonard X. Gillespie is a practicing attorney serving Brooklyn, New York.

Gentian Sholla Esq. is the founder and owner of Sholla Law Firm, P.C. Mr. Sholla has over 17 years of experience in immigration law. His practice is diverse in matters involving immigration as well as criminal, family and legal issues.

Hendrick Vandamme is a partner of the Firm. He was born in former Czechoslovakia and has the distinction of having participated in the demonstrations dubbed the Velvet Revolution which ended 40 years of Communist oppression and foresaw the normalization of relationships between East and West. After leaving Prague, he lived and worked in Germany, Belgium, and England. He is fluent in Czech, German, and French. Before forming Vandamme Law Firm, his work experience encompassed practice with a securities litigation boutique firm and with a major North American insurance company as the attorney of record and trial counsel. Hendrick successfully handled a number of jury trials and has conducted numerous mediations and arbitrations on behalf of his clients. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Essex University in England and his law degree from Fordham University Law School. On multiple occasions, Hendrick has served as a correspondent to Radio Journal in Prague where he uses his expertise to discuss American legal issues of international interest. Hendrick is also a board member of the Olga Forrai Foundation, which provides support for the training, education, and career development of opera singers and classical music conductors. He is admitted to practice in New York and in the US District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts.