About Michael Bonfrisco
As the co-founder and managing partner in the New Jersey law firm of Simeone & Bonfrisco, Mr. Bonfrisco oversees a practice devoted to providing clients with the best in estate planning and administration. As an attorney in private practice in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Michael Bonfrisco provides extensive estate and tax planning services to individuals and businesses. His primary focus is to help clients avoid probate, protect their assets, and provide for the security of their loved ones with a well-crafted estate plan.
Michael Bonfrisco, an active member of his community, is well aware of the growing importance of estate planning, and dedicates himself to informing the public of the need for careful attention to their specific situations.
He is a frequent speaker on a variety of estate planning topics and regularly presents educational seminars for public and private sectors.
Experience
Mr. Bonfrisco has argued numerous cases before the NJ Supreme Court and NJ Appellate Division. His experience with estate planning and real estate foreclosures has made him a sought after authority, and he has been quoted by the Associated Press, The Press of Atlantic City, the Starr Ledger, The Courier Post, The Daily Journal of Vineland, The Bridgeton News and South Jersey News online. Mr. Bonfrisco is in his second decade of providing estate planning and probate legal services and has assisted hundreds of NJ and PA residents plan their estates.
He is a member of the New Jersey Bar Association, the Camden County Bar Association - Probate & Trust committee, the Philadelphia Bar Association and Pennsylvania Bar Association. He is also the only selected member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys in the South Jersey area.
Mr. Bonfrisco is licensed to practice before the State Bar of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, the U.S. District Court of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Education
As an undergraduate he was a Dean’s list student at Rutgers University School of Business, where he graduated with a B.S. degree in Accounting. After business school, Michael attended Widener University School of Law, graduating at the top of his class. Mr. Bonfrisco is currently attending Temple University School of Law for an advance certification in estate planning and Master of Laws in taxation.
Personal
Mr. Bonfrisco has resided in South Jersey or Southeast Pennsylvania for almost 25 years. He currently lives with his wife and son in Richboro, Pennsylvania just minutes from New Jersey. Michael and his family enjoy all that the Delaware valley has to offer, from summering in Ocean City to culture and cuisine in Philadelphia & New York City to hiking and camping in the Delaware River water gap.
Practice areas
Simple and advanced Wills and Trusts. both revocable and irrevocable. focusing on medium and high net worth clients
26 years, 500 cases
Simple and Complex probate and trust adminsitration in NJ and PA
24 years
Estate and gift tax returns NJ & PA State and federal
24 years
Languages spoken
English
BONFRISCO LAW
Harvard Law Building
1522 Rt 38
Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
1522 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
Simeone & Bonfrisco Llc
1522 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 1999 | 07/01/2022 |
NJ | Active | 1998 | 07/04/2022 |
GA | Terminated - Nonpayment of Dues | 1997 | 04/17/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Attorney | SJ Magazine | 2010 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2010 |
Top Attorney | SJ Magazine | 2009 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder | Simeone & Bonfrisco | 2004 - Present |
Supervising Attorney | Spear & Hoffman | 2000 - 2004 |
Contract Attorney | KING & SPALDING | 1988 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys | Board of Governors | 2008 - Present |
Estate and Financial Planning Council of South Jersey | 2007 - Present | |
Camden County Bar Association | 2000 - Present | |
New Jersey State Bar Association | 2000 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Smart Estate Planning in NJ | Smart Estate Planning In New Jersey | 2009 |
Smart Estate Planning in New Jersey | Smart Estate Planning in New Jersey | 2009 |
SJ Magazine | Top Attorney's | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University | law | 1997 |
Rutgers University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1994 |
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Estate Planning - Wills and Trusts | Wills & Trusts | 2009 |
Federal Hope For Homeowners Program | Federal Hope for Howeowers | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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USDA v Barbara Scurry |
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Christopher Scarcella, Estate planning Attorney on May 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I'm interested in joining the prestigious American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, and was encouraged to reach out to Mr. Bonfrisco. I did so, and am very grateful for his insight. An attorney's time is valuable, and he was very generous with it and open with me regarding his experiences and his private practice. A class act, and an asset to the community.
John Renner, Wills and living wills Attorney on Nov 25, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Michael Bonfrisco is a dedicated and talented estate planning attorney. I have referred clients to him for various estate planning issues. All clients have received thorough attention to their matters and expert legal advice in his field.
Brad Micklin, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Bonfrisco is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Apr 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
M. Miller, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 31, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Raymond German, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
Relationship: Friend
Mike is a dedicated attorney. Mike and I are in an exclusive training program called Peak Performers with the AAEPA. Mike is great contributor and accomplished attorney.
David Gibbs, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 21, 2013
Relationship: Other
Michael is the kind of attorney who stands heads and shoulders above other Estate Planning attorneys in his area. He provides a solid, comprehensive approach to family Estate Planning, and solutions for after the loss of a loved one. I highly recommend Michael.
Lawrence Striley, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 20, 2013
Relationship: Other
I know Mike from our mutual membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is an excellent attorney and I am happy to recommend him.
Michelle Biddinger, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning.
Michael Davidov, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Mike for several years through our affiliation in a national estate planning organization. Mike is a leading estate planning attorney in south New Jersey, having helped many families plan their estates. I recommend and highly endorse Mike!
Andrew Ballerini, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. He will protect your assets. He is a trustworthy advocate.
Dennis Duffy, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 13, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have personally known Michael for a number of years. In that time I have been impressed with is knowledge and personality. I would not hesitate to refer anyone in his service area for estate planning, probate, or trust work. They can be assured of high quality profesional work done by a highly qualified competent attorney.
Jeffrey Barnes, Unknown Attorney on Jun 4, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer’s work. Mike has extensive practical knowledge combined with highly technical legal expertise to address client concerns and potential issues in the field of estate planning. He has a sincere commitment to excellence in estate planning services. Mike is a tremendous leader and has assembled an exceptional team within his law firm. Mike and his team provide personal attention to each client and produce and deliver a fabulous work product.
Joseph Masiuk, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 17, 2012
Relationship: Other
I heartily endorse this lawyer. He has a keen mind and a very practical sense of solving problems.
Colin Quinn, Wills and living wills Attorney on May 11, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work due to his high degree of knowledge and skill and his unquestioned integrity.
Jason Hunter, Estate planning Attorney on May 10, 2010
Relationship: Other
Michael is a great attorney. He knows the law and delivers quality estate planning services to clients. I have had the opportunity to associate with Mike on a professional level and would recommend him and the people in his office to anyone, including my own family.
Leo McGrath, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 6, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Michael is a talented and capable estate planning attorney. He has the experience and knowledge to solve and resolve complex as well as simple estate planning issues. I have know Michael as a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him for services.
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