Joseph A. Marra

Joseph A. Marra

also known as The Law Offices of Joseph A. Marra, PLLC

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 41 years

Car accident Lawyer at Yonkers, NY
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation ... +5 more

909 Midland Avenue, 2d Floor, Yonkers, NY

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

When one suffers a significant injury due to the negligence of another we are there to assure that the victim of another's negligent conduct receives the compensation that they are entitled to.

30%
Divorce and Separation 20%

We handled divorce matters and problems and issues associated with divorce such as the division of marital property, the custody of children, the payment of maintenance to a spouse, child support and the like.

20%
Estate Planning 20%

Estate Planning involves dealing with family issues that occur both before and after one's death. One may have an estate that could be subject to estate tax. Planning needs to be done to avoid the estate tax. One may wish to avoid probate through utilization of trusts. One may wish to plan for a child with special needs, a spouse with diminished mental capacity, a minor child or an adult child who cannot responsibly handle money.

35 years

20%
Personal Injury 10%

When one suffers a significant injury due to the negligence of another we are there to assure that the victim of another's negligent conduct receives the compensation that they are entitled to.

33 years

10%
Elder Law 5%

Elder Law, consists of drafting estate planning documents. It also includes Medicaid Planning, meaning preserving as much of one's assets as possible while still qualifying for Medicaid

35 years

5%
Guardianship 5%

When one is no longer capable of managing their own financial affairs due to diminished mental capacity one can petition the court to be appointed that person's guardian. Likewise, when a mentally disabled child reaches the age of majority a guardian can be appointed to handle their affairs.

35 years

5%
Probate 5%

When one dies with assets in their name alone and they executed a Last Will and Testament, the Will must be submitted to the court so that the court can issue an order giving the Executor named in the Will the power to carry out the instructions set forth in the will.

35 years

5%
Trusts 5%

A Trust is a legal document where a Trustee is named to hold title to the assets that you transfer to the Trustee and to utilize those assets pursuant to your instructions in the Trust document. Trusts can be used for many reasons, including to protect the assets from estate taxes, to qualify for Medicaid benefits, and to provide for someone with special needs.

35 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-440 per hour

Contingency

30%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 41 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 41 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1984

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Joseph A. Marra, PLLC

909 Midland Avenue, 2d Floor, Yonkers, NY, 10704

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Joseph A. Marra's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Posted by Gloria | March 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommended!

We reached out to Mr Marra’s office in regards to estate planning. His front office was very pleasant, and arranged an appointment in a timely fashion. When we met with Mr. Marra we found him to be professional, competent and through. He took what seemed to be a very overly wordy legal jargon and exp...lained its relevance and importance with ease in a very real world realistic manner. We would highly recommend him!

Posted by Brittney | April 1, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

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

An attorney who will go out his way for his clients

Diligent and respectful. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services.

Joseph Marra

Replied last April 8, 2021

Thank you Brittney! We are here to serve.

Posted by Lillian | September 11, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

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

Elder law- Thankful and happier

I called Mr. Marra regarding elder law and applying for medicaid for my husband, when my insurance stopped paying for him. Mr. Marra answered all my questions and explained situations that I was not aware of and allowed me to make the right choice. I thank you for your time and energy.

Posted by Rob | July 2, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

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

Responsive and helpful

I contacted Joseph for an elder law question and he was helpful and responded within two hours of my call. He was not pushy and provided help without demanding an in person visit nor a payment. He also seemed very knowledgeable.

Posted by Ilia | April 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Setting up my will

I had been wanting to set up a will for some time. Through the networking group I belong to, I had heard about Joseph Marra. I contacted him and was impressed since he was the only attorney I contacted that took the time to explain what a trust consisted of. I met with him at his office in Yonkers..., New York where he reiterated that in order for the trust to be valid, it was crucial that all my assets get moved into the trust. The follow-up visit where everything was notarized and signed also went very well and was conducted in a professional manner.

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Joseph A. Marra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Hui Zeng

Real estate lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Dickerson

Elder law lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Mr. Marra for almost a year now and I have found him to be a no nonsense straight shooter, which is refreshing in the practice of law. I have confidence in Mr. Marra and know his clients are well represented."

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Jeannine Goche

Real estate lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his high quality work and expertise!"

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Mary Miller

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Joe Marra. He is always knowledgeable and generous with his assistance!"

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Craig Cohen

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph Marra has done an exceptional job representing a family member in a difficult landlord-tenant matter. As a fellow attorney in a different field, I appreciate Joe's knowledge, work ethic and practical advice. I highly recommend Joseph Marra."

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Joseph Colarusso

Business lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frederick Veit

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I have referred several clients to Joe and have been very satisfied with his high level of knowledge and professionalism! I have no reservations whatsoever regarding attorney Marra's ability to address all clients' needs in the areas of Elder Law, Trusts and Estate Planning."

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Ronna DeLoe

General practice lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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James Dibbini

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe for at least 12 years and have Known him to be a very knowledgeable professional who really cares for his clients. I strongly recommend Joe for any estate planning matters you may need."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joseph. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Howard Krooks

Elder law lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Lavin

Unknown lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Friend

"I went to law school with Joseph Marra, and I have been a personal friend ever since. Joe is smart, thorough, and very professional. I have referred clients to him in the past and will no doubt continue to do so in the future."

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Raymond Iaia

General practice lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"The Law Office of Joseph A. Marra affords each client an aggressive and thorough representation from beginning to end. I recommend Joseph A. Marra and his staff without reservation."

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Matthew McMahon

Elder law lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Marra for 30 years and find him to be one to the most professional lawyers I know. He spends a great deal of time keeping abreast of all new developments. When I have a question, he's the one I go to."

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Donna Civitello

General practice lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joseph Marra is a fellow attorney who I have known for thirty years and am truly proud to endorse. He has a broad base of legal expertise, is conscientious to detail and handles each client with the dignity that is often overlooked in the legal process. Joseph has an outstanding and deserved reputation as an attorney who adheres to a high regard to ethics and excellence and is noted as such by the Bar and the Courts."

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Alexander Henderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Joseph Dickerson

Estate planning lawyer

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Mary Miller

Elder law lawyer

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James Dibbini

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Howard Krooks

Elder law lawyer

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Thomas Lavin

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2017

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client's Choice Awards, Avvo

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1996

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Attorney-at-Law, Law Office of Joseph A. Marra

1987 - 1988

Attorney-at-Law, Law Office of Mark Varrichio

1985 - 1987

Senior Tax Consultant, Deloitte Haskins + Sells (n.k.a Deloitte & Touche)

1983 - 1985

Assistant District Attorney, Bronx District Attorney's Office

Associations

2019 - Present

Somers Central School District - District Safety Committee

Board Member

2019 - Present

Somers Central School District - Finance Committee

Board Member

2006 - Present

Academy of Finance of Lincoln High School

Advisory Board Memeber

2000 - Present

Yonkers Chamber Of Commerce

Board Member

Westchester County Bar Association

Member

New York State Bar Association

Member

Columbian Lawyers Association

Member

Yonkers Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2022

Somers Central School School District

Trustee

Education

1991

New York University School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1983

St John's University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Iona College

B.B.A

Speaking Engagements

2020

Gateway to Entrepreneurship

The Cares Act and Changes in PPP Loan Forgiveness Rules

Publications

2020

The Law Offices of Joseph Marra Estate Planning & Coronavirus

Activity

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