Sofiya Nozhnik

Sofiya Nozhnik

4.9
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 12 years

Guardianship Lawyer at Brooklyn, NY
Practice Areas: Guardianship, Estate Planning, Medicaid & Medicare ... +2 more

1322 Gravesend Neck Rd, 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 12 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2013

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Sofiya Nozhnik PLLC

1322 Gravesend Neck Rd, 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11229

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Sofiya Nozhnik's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Vadim | May 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Caring, thorough and compassionate

Sophia helped us plan and apply for Medicaid, took the time to explain the process and stayed with us every step of the way.

Posted by Faina | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Senior citizen law case

My mother is 95 years old and the city of NY incorrectly assumed it’s ok to remove her 12 hour a day home attendant services to 8 hours. I was greatly upset and was referred to Sofiya’s law practice from a family friend. Sofiya was very detail oriented in checking on all specific day and times of cor...respondences with Integra and in her due diligence found mistakes they made and immediately returned the 12 hour home attendants for 7 days a week again. I greatly recommend her to anyone looking for help in this area.

Sofiya Nozhnik

Replied last October 24, 2018

Faina, thank you for your kind words! I am glad I was able to help your family.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely diligent and accurate.

I served as a guardian for a family member and retained Ms. Nozhnik when the time came to finalize the guardianship. Ms. Nozhnik diligently reviewed all pertinent documents, confirmed the underlying facts, and patiently explained the entire process to me, which included an overview of legal documen...ts she would need to draft and file with the court. She then drafted the required motion with great accuracy and attention to detail and submitted it within the time frame that she committed to. The entire process was very transparent and we were in constant communication. Also, Ms. Nozhnik provided a great sense of comfort to our family during such difficult and emotional times. I highly recommend her.

Sofiya Nozhnik

Replied last July 31, 2017

Thank you for your review! It was a pleasure to work with you!

Posted by Ilya | July 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Impeccably professional, detail-oriented and client-focused

I retained Ms. Nozhnik to do estate planning for myself and my family. She conducts herself and her practice in an impeccably professional manner. I found her work style to be detail-oriented and client-focused; she strives to provide the highest level of client service and instill the highest leve...l of confidence. I would certainly work with her again and would highly recommend her to friends and family.

Sofiya Nozhnik

Replied last July 11, 2017

Thank you for your review! It was a pleasure to work with your family!

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

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

Compassionate Guardianship Attorney

We consulted with Sofiya regarding a guardianship proceeding for my aunt. When I first phoned Sofiya and scheduled a consultation, she immediately emailed me a detailed questionnaire, so we came to our meeting prepared with the necessary information and documents. Sofiya took her time to explain th...e guardianship process. She understood our delicate situation, was very empathetic and compassionate. Unfortunately, my aunt passed away before we could start the proceeding... Nevertheless, I highly recommend Sofiya!

Sofiya Nozhnik

Replied last July 11, 2017

Thank you so much for your kind words!

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Sofiya Nozhnik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vlad Portnoy

Guardianship lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Nozhnik is an excellent attorney, amazing colleague and a caring person. She is knowledgeable and amicable and always tries to settle any potential conflicts. But when it comes to dealing with a glaring injustice in the courtroom, she takes no prisoners. Sofiya is a perfect combination of intelligence, wisdom, tact, skills and care that all attorneys should aspire to. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Rosanna Roizin

Guardianship lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sofiya is a thoughtful and diligent attorney. I have worked together with her on guardianship matters and she is a great colleague who I would highly recommend."

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James Gelb

Guardianship lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very bright, energetic, and dedicated."

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Daniel Miller

Elder law lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sofiya is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is incredibly knowledgeable and works hard to benefit her clients"

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Katya Sverdlov

Guardianship lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very thorough, knowledgeable and very patient."

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Kimberlee Trigoboff

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Rebecca Lebowitz

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Shoshana Brenenson

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Katya Sverdlov

Guardianship lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Principal Attorney, Law Office of Sofiya Nozhnik PLLC, New York, NY

2013 - 2014

Assistant Court Attorney, Hon. Laura Visitación-Lewis, New York State Supreme Court, New York County, New York, NY

2013 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Antar P. Jones, PLLC

Associations

2016 - Present

Brooklyn Bar Association, Elder Law Committee

Member

2014 - Present

New York City Bar Association, Aging Committee

Member

2013 - Present

New York Women's Bar Association, Elder Law & Disabilities Committee

Member

2012 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section

Member

2011 - Present

New York State Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Member

Education

2012

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Michigan – Dearborn

Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2017

Senior Legal Education and Assistance Project

Advanced Directives

2016

Senior Legal Education and Assistance Project

Advanced Directives

2015

Senior Legal Education and Assistance Project

Advanced Directives

2014

Senior Legal Education and Assistance Project

Advanced Directives

Publications

2013

New York County Lawyers' Association Working with Aging Clients: Recurrent Ethical Issues

Languages

Russian

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