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Yana Pechersky
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Biography
I focus my legal practice on the areas of Estate Planning (including tax planning for US Citizens and Foreign Nationals), Probate and Estate Administration, and Elder Law (which encompasses Guardianship, Community and Nursing Home Medicaid Planning and Eligibility, and Special Needs Planning).
The Elder Law component of my practice arose from a very personal experience, when a lonely elderly neighbor suddenly found himself in need of Home Care. He was unable to fully pay for the amount of care he needed; yet his income and resources exceeded Medicaid eligibility limits. He was a good man, worked hard his entire life, was a good citizen and paid his dues and his taxes. But at an elderly and fragile age, there was no one to help him with his daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, shopping for and preparing food.
Helping my elderly neighbor with the process of gaining Medicaid coverage that would help him pay for a Home Care Aide was a rewarding and eye-opening experience, which prompted me to incorporate the area of Elder Law into my Estate Planning practice.
My approach to each individual client is two-pronged. First and foremost, it includes an assessment of how to best establish financial and personal security for the client’s loved ones and how to ensure a smooth passage of assets to the next generation, while minimizing taxes (whether via a Will, a Trust or another estate planning vehicle). Equally as important is guidance in preparation for retirement and protection of assets in the event of a chronic or long-term illness.
While being prepared is always best, some clients are unable to plan for the unexpected in a timely manner. I find it incredibly rewarding to help a client who has encountered the death of a loved one or who has suddenly become disabled.
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Licensed in New York for 16 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Pechersky Law Firm, PLLC
1599 East 15th Street, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11230
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Yana Pechersky's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Thoughtful, clear and efficient
I reached out to Yana with a question about the optimal ownership status of a house for tax filing purposes after a divorce. She asked clear questions that got to the heart of the matter and helped me see the way forward (which didn't require an attorney). However, when I do need to hire someone down...
Posted by Marina | June 20, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Highly professional & knowledgeable attorney
If you are looking for a knowledgeable, highly professional and dedicated attorney specializing in Trusts and Estates, look no further. Yana Pechersky has all of those qualities and so much more. She is very personable and puts in effort and time to represent your best interests. I highly recommend h...
Posted by Robert | September 9, 2014
An informed and family-oriented estate planning lawyer!
Yana listened to my concerns about how best to construct the last will and testment for my worldly estate and assets, especially considering the protection I wanted to afford to my children. She also considered that I didn't want them to experience division and bitterness over my worldly legacy once...
Posted by Evelyn & Leonid | March 25, 2014
Real Estate Pro w Great Subject Knowledge
Ms. Pechersky is a highly organized with high level of professional expertise and was able to turn, complicated and expect to be mundane refinance closing in overall pleasant experience.
Posted by Chopey | January 3, 2014
Upper Eastside Condominium Purchase
Very professional, knowledgeable, caring and kept us well informed throughout the purchase of our condominium. She walked us through every phase of the transaction and explained not only the technical terms, but also their legal ramifications. Yana always kept the clients best interest in mind. Sh...
Yana Pechersky's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Yana Pechersky is a superb attorney. Her wealth of knowledge in the fields of estate and elder law are truly unparalleled. Beyond her command of the subject matter. what sets Yana apart from her colleagues is her solution oriented approach to estate planning coupled with her personable nature. I endorse Yana wholeheartedly and without any reservations."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Yana is an experienced and caring attorney and is a zealous advocate for her clients. She exemplifies the code of ethics required by this profession."
"Yana is very well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Yana is an impressive and effective advocate. She is highly respected by her fellow attorneys."
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"I highly recommend Yana Pechersky - she is an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer in several areas, including Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Guardianship and Probate. She is kind, compassionate and cares about her clients."
"It is with great pleasure that I endorse Yana Pechersky as a diligent, knowledgeable professional. She possesses the expertise and a keen skill of proper application of the law, which in turn benefits her clients.."
"Yana is a intelligent, compassionate and professional attorney. Though her practice is mostly limited to Trusts, Probate, Wills & Elder law, she represents clients from a wide variety of backgrounds. Her clients range from the ultra-wealthy seeking asset protection to clients of moderate means who require asset structuring to reach medicaid eligibility. One thing that stays the same, no matter the client, is that Yana provides earnest representation within the bounds of the law."
"Yana is warm, caring and knowledgeable. She doesn't try to overly complicate things that are simple yet knows how to structure some very intricate transactions and plans."
"I have referred clients to Yana and they all have been very happy with her professionalism, compassion and deep knowledge of the laws. If you need a will or a trust, I would not hesitate hiring Yana."
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Experience
Honors
2017
2017 New York Metro Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2016
2016 New York Metro Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2015
2015 New York Metro Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2014
2014 New York Metro Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2007
Dean's List, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
2006
Dean's List, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
2005
Dean's List, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner/Owner, The Pechersky Law Firm, PLLC
2013 - 2016
Partner, Feldman, Pechersky & Krishtul, PLLC
2010 - 2013
Owner, The Pechersky Law Firm, PLLC
2008 - 2010
Attorney, UBS Wealth Management, Inc.
2004 - 2005
Senior Marketing Analyst, American Express Company
2001 - 2004
Consultant, Accenture, Ltd.
Associations
New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section
New York City Bar Association, Legal Problems of the Aging Committee
New York County Lawyers' Association, Estates Trusts Section
Brooklyn Bar Association
New York Women's Bar Association
RuSBAN (Russian Speaking Business Attorney Network)
Co-President
Education
2008
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Pennsylvania
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Marino Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Introduction to Estate Administration and Probate
Publications
2007
Cardozo Arts and Entertainment Law Journal
Note: To Achieve Closure of the Hatch-Waxman Act's Loopholes, Legislative Action Is Unnecessary: Generic Manufacturers Are Able To Hold Their Own
2001
Molecular Biology of the Cell
Drosophila Minichromosome Maintenance 6 Is Required for Chorion Gene Amplification and Genomic Replication
Languages
Russian
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What's the difference between an estates informal & formal final accounting? Procedure, completion time, costs or anything else?
29 Apr 2016
Q&A
Can a non-US citizen get a New York Real Estate salesperson license?
28 Aug 2014
Q&A
IS IT TRUE A BOND IS REQUIRED FOR OUT OF STATE EXECUTOR IN NEW YORK STATE PROBATE IN ORDER TO GET LETTERS OF TESTAMENTARY?
31 Aug 2014