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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Languages spoken
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2009 | 12/09/2020 |
FL | Member in Good Standing | 2009 | 12/20/2020 |
NJ | Administrative - Not authorized to practice | 2008 | 12/28/2020 |
Legal answers | 32 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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2017 New York Metro Rising Stars | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
2016 New York Metro Rising Stars | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
2015 New York Metro Rising Stars | SuperLawyers | 2015 |
2014 New York Metro Rising Stars | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Dean's List | Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law | 2007 |
Dean's List | Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law | 2006 |
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Dean's List | Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner/Owner | The Pechersky Law Firm, PLLC | 2016 - Present |
Partner | Feldman, Pechersky & Krishtul, PLLC | 2013 - 2016 |
Owner | The Pechersky Law Firm, PLLC | 2010 - 2013 |
Attorney | UBS Wealth Management, Inc. | 2008 - 2010 |
Senior Marketing Analyst | American Express Company | 2004 - 2005 |
Consultant | Accenture, Ltd. | 2001 - 2004 |
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Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section | N/A | N/A |
New York City Bar Association, Legal Problems of the Aging Committee | N/A | N/A |
New York County Lawyers' Association, Estates Trusts Section | N/A | N/A |
Brooklyn Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
New York Women's Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
RuSBAN (Russian Speaking Business Attorney Network) | Co-President | N/A |
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Publication name | Title | Date |
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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 | 2007 |
Molecular Biology of the Cell | Drosophila Minichromosome Maintenance 6 Is Required for Chorion Gene Amplification and Genomic Replication | 2001 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
University of Pennsylvania | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2001 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Marino Institute for Continuing Legal Education | Introduction to Estate Administration and Probate | 2014 |
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Petro Zinkovetsky, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 24, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer
Irina Yadgarova, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 10, 2016
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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.
Ada Chan, Elder law Attorney on Jun 2, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.
Leila Hale, Estate planning Attorney on May 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Noah Peterson, Probate Attorney on May 3, 2016
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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.
I endorse this lawyer.
Marianna Moliver, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Alexander Khenkin, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 6, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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..
Gene Sigalov, Trusts Attorney on Mar 6, 2014
Relationship: Family member
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 Feldman, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Irina Lust, Wills and living wills Attorney on Jan 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.