$ 425-425 per hour
Richard Albert Luthmann
About Richard
Biography
Richard A. Luthmann, the Founder of The Luthmann Law Firm PLLC, is admitted to practice law in the State and Federal Courts in New York and New Jersey and before the United States Tax Court.
Mr. Luthmann fights for his clients, protecting their businesses, their assets and their families from a slew of legal troubles.
Mr. Luthmann recently gained international fame as the "GAME OF THRONES" Lawyer who challenegd his adversary to a judicially sanctioned duel, noting that such relief may still be constitutionally available.
Mr. Luthmann is also past Vice President of the world-famous Old Blue Rugby Football Club and Counsel to the USA Rugby League.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
30%
22 years | 1,000 cases
Tax
25%
22 years | 1,000 cases
Business
15%
22 years | 1,000 cases
Credit Repair
10%
22 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 19 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2006
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019
Location
The Luthmann Law Firm, PLLC
1811 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY, 10314
Luthmann & Jones
New Jersey Office, 30 Wood Avenue South, Suite 600, Iselin, NJ, 08830
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Richard Albert Luthmann's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Not recommended
He did not do any thing in my case its been almost 3years now to get the letter of admenstraion till now nothing happen because of his dealy and his assestants i pay him $4000 and he did not do anything
Posted by AnnMarie | February 5, 2013
made an unbearable matter bearable
Mr. Luthmann made an unbearable experience bearable. He made himself readily available through telephone, e-mail, and numerous personal contacts. He demonstrated a tireless work ethic and exhibited a calm demeanor and professional attitude. His paperwork was detailed and accurate. He presented h...
Posted by Christopher | December 20, 2012
Excellent
I hired Mr. Luthmann a few years back for some general legal advise. Since then I have relied upon Mr. Luthmann for his depth of knowledge and legal expertise in a variety of different areas. He has performed time and time again. Whether its protecting my families financial future, dealing with corpo...
Posted by Jessie | May 15, 2011
Exemplary representation and protection of my family
During what should have been the happiest days of our lives following the birth of my son, my family was subject to the mental anguish of frivolous litigation. It was obvious to anyone who had taken a high school law course that the petition did not hold water; but in my particularly vulnerable state...
Posted by Stu | April 1, 2010
It's your ass, don't take chances.
Whenever a legal problem arises, Mr. Luthmann is always the first call I make. Fortunately, there have only been four instances that demanded his assistance, but he always has an answer ready as to how I should handle the immediate circumstance, and what steps I should take moving forward. It neve...
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.
Temporary Suspension issued in NJ, 2019
updated on 11/11/2020Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.
Disbarment issued in NY, 2019
updated on 09/08/2021Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Appellate Division of the State Supreme Court to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Honors
2014
Top Lawyers, New Jersey Monthly
2013
Top Attorney Rising Star, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2012
20 Under 40 Leadership Award, Staten Island Economic Development Corporation
2010
2010 Tax Lawyer of the Year, The Lion's Head
2009
2009 Young Lawyer of the Year, The Lion's Head
2005
Miami Beach, FL, Attendance at the Heckerling Insitute For Estate Planning
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Founder, The Luthmann Law Firm
2011 - 2013
Of Counsel, Menicucci, Villa & Associates
2010 - 2010
Senior Associate, Borteck, Sanders & Torzewski, LLP
2007 - 2009
General Counsel, Bonfire Productions, Inc.
2007 - 2009
General Counsel, Intervision Network Corporation
2007 - 2007
General Counsel, Atlantis Techonology Group
2006 - 2007
External Counsel, The Cotswold Group
2005 - 2007
External Counsel, Ansbacher (Bahamas) Limited
2004 - 2005
Trust Officer, The Coral Gables Trust Company
1999 - 2004
Law Clerk, Sak & Rampulla, LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
Richmond County Kiwanis ClubBoard Member
2012 - Present
Giving Hope NetworkBoard Member and Pro-Bono General Counsel
2011 - Present
Staten Island Hispanic Chamber of CommercePro-Bono Counsel
2011 - Present
USA Rugby LeagueBoard Member and Pro-Bono General Counsel
2011 - Present
NYC Arts CypherVice Chair and Pro-Bono Counsel
2010 - Present
Richmond County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
The Columbia ClubMember
2001 - Present
The Old Blue Rugby Football ClubMember / Past Vice President
2012 - 2013
Staten Island Economic Development CorporationVice Chair - 40 Under 40 Leadership Group
2010 - 2011
SIEDC 40 Under 40 Leadership GroupSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Fall v. Luthmann
Case entertained by New York State Court of Appeals
"J" Family Estate Plan
Created Potential Tax Savings of over $8 million
"JD" Offshore Planning
Offshore Solution For International Businessman
Tax Compliance / Investment Planning For US-Indian Client
Success
People v. J.D.
Dismissal for Felony Battery of a Taxi Driver
People v. J.L.
Two Days Community Service for Assaulting A Cop
Education
2005
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2004
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Columbia University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Income Tax Section CLE
Credit Shelter Trusts in the Age of Portability
2012
Real Estate with Raj Rajpal
Estate Planning
2012
CLE at Wagner College
2012 Income Tax Update
2012
CLE
Income and Estate Taxes for 2012 and 2013
2011
Richmond County Bar Association CLE
Income Taxation of Non-Resident Aliens; New FACTA Provisions and Regulations
2011
Richmond County Bar Association
2011 - Income Tax Update - March 16, 2011
2011
Broker - Agent Roundtable
2011 Tax Update
2010
RCBA Tax Committee
2010 - Tax and Estate Planning Update
2010
Estate Planning in New Jersey 2010
Estate Planning During the Repeal of the Federal Estate Tax
2010
Estate Planning and Elder Law for Realtors
Estate Planning and Elder Law for Realtors
Publications
2010
NJICLE Seminar of Estate Planning
Estate Taxes in New Jersey 2010: Back to the Future? (with Robert D. Borteck)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
When is a person considered legally incompetent in NYS?
04 Oct 2017
Q&A
Looking to buy a spa business from owner by method transfer of ownership. Will I be responsible for their tax due?
03 Jun 2017
Q&A
Foreclosure NYS
29 May 2017
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
ALERT: Taxpayers Residing outside U.S. questioned at U.S. border regarding back taxes.
13 Sep 2012
Legal Guide
Update: Estate and Gift Taxes for the Remainder of 2012
13 Sep 2012
Legal Guide
Update: The Tax Implications of OBAMACARE
13 Sep 2012