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Gerard Gjertsen

5.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 36 years

Commercial real estate Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Commercial, Real Estate, Tax ... +2 more

845 3rd Ave Suite 1700, New York, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 36 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Inactive

No misconduct found

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Gerard Gjertsen, Esq

845 3rd Ave Suite 1700, New York, NY, 10022-6614

Lampert, Toohey & Rucci, LLC

46 Main Street, New Canaan, CT, 06840

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Gerard Gjertsen's Reviews

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alix | January 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dr.

Gerard Gjertsen has been my lawyer for five years. He has assisted me with with writing a will and preparing relevant documentation. He had also assisted with financial planning. I find him to be extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He is adept at explaining issues that are complicated for the la...y person. His advice has proven to be sound. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by M.L. | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable and Skilled Attorney

Attorney Gjertsen handled various estate planning matters for me and my parents. He is clearly highly skilled. He got the job done in a timely manner and is fair on fees.

Posted by Johan | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Well Organized- Focused on Clients' Needs

Wills, estates and trust work can not be easy. There is so much to it and when you are faced with dealing with sensitive issues near end-of-life, you want to put your trust in someone with the knowledge and expertise to get the job done in a timely manner and get it done correctly the first time. Ger...ard Gjertsen has the talent and the skills to be my lawyer now and for always. I know that no matter what my question, Mr. Gjertsen will find the answer for me. A lawyer of his calibre has extensive knowledge in his field and has extensive contacts in other practice areas. You can be assured that Mr. Gjertsen has your best interest in mind and will do everything he can to get the best guidance you deserve.

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Fantastic attorney

I have worked with attorney Gjertsen for over a year with his estate planning and real estate work. He is a skilled attorney and diligent worker who contacts and finishes work for his clients at the rate in which they need it. I highly recommend Mr. Gjertsen for anyone in New York or Connecticut in n...eed of an estate planning attorney.

Posted by Erik | December 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Estate Planning Work

Jerry helped me on a complex estate planning case in New York. He thoroughly understands the probate court system and finished agreed work in a timely manner. He is a friendly attorney who charges fairly. I highly recommend attorney Gjertsen to anyone in New York or Connecticut looking to get estate ...planning work done.

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Anne Treimanis

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 19

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"Attorney Gjertsen is a top tier Estate Planning attorney. He is talented, competent, and can provide services that are well beyond your every day guy that writes wills. I would trust him for your complicated and high end matters. Having said that, he is available to assist the every day person with basic needs. He is also a go-to person for special needs trusts."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Education

1989

New York Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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