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  • New York, NY
  • Licensed for 51 years
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John Franklin Lang
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About John

New York trust and estate litigations,will contests, estate administration; concierge-level service

Military Service:

United States Marine Corps, 1967-1969 (service in Vietnam as a member of the 26th Marine Regiment, saw combat during the Tet Offensive).

 

Court Admissions:

New York State; United States Supreme Court; United States Tax Court; United States International Court of Trade; United States Courts of Appeals for the Second and Fifth Circuits; United States District Courts for the Eastern, Southern, Western, and Northern Districts of New York, the Connecticut District, the Northern District of California, the Northern District of Texas, and the Eastern District of Kentucky.

 

Articles about Pro Bono Work

• "Donor Profile: John Lang." Inside Children's Rights Fall 2008:7.
- A description of John Lang's contributions to child welfare reform.
• "Settlement Reached in Mississippi Child Welfare Suit." The Clarion Ledger 8 Nov. 2007.
- Reporting on child welfare class action in Mississippi.
• "Public Interest Projects," by Thomas Adcock. New York Law Journal 4 Aug. 2006
- Referencing John Lang's pro bono work as lead counsel.
• "Lives That Legal Angels Saved," by Susan Littwin. Corporate Board Member Magazine
8.4: Jul/Aug 2005
- Discussing John Lang's child welfare advocacy.
 

 

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Practice areas

LitigationProbate
  1. Probate: 80%

    I handle all types of probate controversies, litigations, and investigations, primarily in the New York City Metro Area.

    28 years

  2. Litigation: 20%

    I handle trust and estate litigation, which includes defending and prosecuting claims involving executors, trustees, and beneficiaries with respect to estates, wills, and trusts. I have tried civil and criminal cases in state and federal courts. My litigation practice includes witness representations, arbitrations, mediations, and consulting services.

    50 years

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Contact

Lang & Kontoroff LLP

60 East 42nd Street,
Suite 4600
New York, NY, 10165-0006

Website
http://www.attorneylang.com 

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 197002/28/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2016
New York Metro Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2015
Peer Review Rated "AV Preeminent" (5.0 - Highest Rating)Martindale-Hubbell2015
Designated a "Top Rated Lawyer in Trusts and Estates"Martindale-Hubbell2015
Best for Trusts and Estates LitigationAcquisition International Magazine2015
Corporate America Legal Elite -- Best for Probate LitigationCorporate America Magazine2015
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers Association2015
Premier 100 Trial AttorneyAmerican Academy of Trial Attorneys2015
Top 100 Trusts and Estates Lawyer" - New York StateAmerican Society of Litigation Advocates2013
Professional and Community Service AwardLoeb & Loeb2006
Kentucky ColonelGovernor of Kentucky1986
American Jurisprudence AwardLawyers Cooperative Publishing1966
Kelly Prize for Excellence in DebateCity University of New York, City College1964
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Principal and FounderLaw Offices of John F. Lang, PLLC2016 - Present
Founding PartnerLang & Kontoroff LLP2014 - 2016
Principal and FounderLaw Offices of John F. Lang2010 - 2014
Partner, Litigation DepartmentLoeb and Loeb LLP1991 - 2010
Partner, Litigation DepartmentGaston & Snow1990 - 1991
Partner, Litigation DepartmentPollner, Mezan& Stolzberg1984 - 1990
AssociatePhillips Lytle Hitchcock Blaine & Huber1980 - 1984
Special Assistant Attorney General, Special ProsecutionsNew York Attorney General's Office1977 - 1980
Assistant District Attorney, Deputy Chief, Frauds BureauNew York County (Manhattan) District Attorney's Office1970 - 1977
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present
Litigation Counsel of AmericaFellow2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section; International Law SectionMember1995 - Present
New York State Bar Association, Trust and Estates Law SectionMember1995 - Present
Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Small Law Firm CommitteeMember1995 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Aspatore Books, a Division of Thomson-WestThe Executive's Guide to Depositions: A Practical Reference Explaining the Deposition2008
Aspatore Books, a division of Thomson-WestWhite Collar Crime Attorneys Add Value,” lead chapter in The Executive's Guide to Understanding White Collar Crime2006
The Banking Law Journal, March/April 2000Patenting Business Methods and Systems; the Aftermath of State Street Bank (Co-Author)2000
Directors MonthlySafeguarding Business from the Threat of White Collar Crime.” (Co-Author)1997
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Fordham University School of LawJuris Doctor1967
City University of New York, City CollegeBachelor or Arts1964
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Live Presentation and Webinar at N.Y. City Bar Assn.Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Litigating in Probate Court2013
Live Presentation and Webinar at Lawline.comWinning the Tough Case by Embracing the Negative2013
Litigation Counsel of America Renaissance Symposium VI at the Harvard ClubPreparation, Inspiration, and Perspiration: Lessons Learned in Trying to Win the So-Called Impossible Case2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Estate of KohnForged will declared nullity by jury.
United States v. Mullen.Dismissal of all charges.

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Excellent Attorney and Top Legal Strategist

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John Lang is an excellent attorney and superb legal strategist. His insights and advice regarding my case were spot-on. I trust his judgment implicitly. John was wonderful to deal with. He answered my questions and addressed all concerns I may have had. He communicated and explained issues clearly. He is professional, keenly intelligent, strong, and caring, and was 100% dedicated to favorably resolving my case. Thanks to the expertise of John and his partner, Angelica Kontoroff, my legal matter has been successfully concluded. I highly recommend John and his firm.
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John Lang, lawyer extrordinaire

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I can think of no lawyer I would recommend more highly than John Lang. For matters having to do with litigation of any kind, there is noone better. In matters of judgement, he is, again, at the top of the list. In one recent case having to do with supposed past tax due his advice as to strategy and approach (how best to keep the legal expenses at a minimum) was uncannily good. In a current case having to do with a retirement arrangement his judgement has been invaluable.

Estate Litigation

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I recently had a consultation with attorney, John Lang, who I highly recommend. In my opinion, John is an exceptional communicator. He knew just the right questions to ask to quickly get to the heart of the legal matter. Within a short time, John was able to accurately assess the situation and outline available legal remedies. I was impressed by his ability to share his legal expertise in such a concise and clear manner. By the end of the consultation, I had a much better understanding of the relevant law, my options, and John's views of how best to proceed. Years ago, my mother was successfully treated for heart issues at Columbia Presbyterian in NYC. When I met with her team of doctors there, I could immediately see the difference between the level of expertise of her local physicians and those of the renowned, world-class hospital. I think it's the same when deciding on an attorney. You'll have assurance that you're in the best hands with someone top-notch like John Lang whose practice has a wealth of experience in the complex world of estate litigation.
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Lethal Litigator

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John Lang was my trial attorney for a Will Contest which we ultimately won in 2016. John Lang,,as lead attorney, always took full command of facts & circumstances of which he conducted depositions & cross examinations rendering the opposition weak &intimidated every time. Don't ever mistake Mr Lang's unassuming manner as he is strategic,,,razor sharp,methodical, spares no punches, & holds no prisoners. Lang got moms last will thrown out & got me the amount provided in moms 2 prior wills..BRAVO
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A Strategic Thinker

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John Lang is a strategic thinker. He thinks outside the box and then turns the box inside out. I highly recommend him as an attorney. He is "old school" in the best sense: diligent, aggressive, determined, loyal and effective. When combined with a fine strategic mind, you have a potent combination and a first class attorney.
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Performance "above and beyond"

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Attorney John Lang really delivered a level of service, skills and commitment that was above and beyond anything I could have expected. He navigated a myriad of issues and individuals involved in my case and demonstrated both passion and commitment to seeing it to successful conclusion over an extended period of time. Assisting attorneys and other support in his office were, also, first-class and stars, themselves. I could not have expected any more from John and his people.

An Attorney who Really Cares and Delivers

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John is a very strong yet caring attorney who came up with creative solutions to problems and really fought for me. He handled my case extremely well, and intimidated the opposing counsel at depositions.

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Somair Alam, Litigation Attorney on Feb 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer.

Andrew Ross, Litigation Attorney on Feb 28, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

John and I were partners for many years and worked together on a significant number of cases and litigation avoidance plans. John is one of the very best litigators I have ever worked with. His skills cover a broad range from seeing the big picture and having the ability to think "outside the box" to handling the nitty gritty details inherent in litigation. John should be at the very top of anyone's list of litigation attorneys.

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