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Patricia Ann Powis

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Elder Law, Estates & Guardianship Attorney offering ON-LINE, VIDEO, PHONE CONSULATIONS during the COVID-19 crisis.   You have Elder Law and Estate Questions that can't wait. My office is ready to meet your needs - no matter where you are in NYS. 

FACETIME, ZOOM or SKYPE you can MEET WITH PATRICIA to discuss your concerns. NYS is allowing video notarizing and witnessing so Wills and Estate Planning can be completed. Courts are open for emergency applications. 

For matters of PROBATE, ELDER LAW, GUARDIANSHIP or TRUSTS - take immediate action and seek out the help of an Experienced Lawyer you can trust.  Call me at 516-240-5180 today! 

Look no further than Law Office of Patricia A. Powis, where you will receive the quality, personalized legal services that you need to resolve your issues.  I have handled all kinds of  ESTATE, ELDER ABUSE and GUARDIANSHIP issues, and I am well equipped and qualified to take on your case and support you in a just resolution. I have earned my highly-respected reputation and I am  prepared to take on your case and support you at this critical time in your life.  

You care about your Pets.  Dogs, Cats, Birds, Turtles what happens to them if you are ill, hospitalized.  What happens to them upon your death.  Let's discuss Estate Planning for Pet Parents.  We prepare POAs and  PET TRUSTS.     

We prepare MEDICAID APPLICATIONS.  I serve as a SUPPLEMENTAL NEEDS TRUSTEE. 

Whether the best resolution for you involves MEDIATION or LITIGATION you do not need to look any further!  I can help you.

Are you in need of professional help in with a new or ongoing PROBATE issue - call me today to discuss your matter and GET RESOLUTION! 

 Are you in need of professional help in establishing and managing GUARDIANSHIPS?   Do you LIVE OUTSIDE of NEW YORK and have an elderly or vulnerable relative in New York - call me now for assistance - You have come to the right place! Let me assist you! I can help you review and modify a guardianship or bring a petition to PROTECT A LOVED ONE!  

I have experience with the MEDIATION of ELDERCARE and ESTATE issues.

 I have experience with MEDICAID fair hearings  and Medicaid applications. You should not hesitate to seek out help from a reliable attorney. When you come to my firm, you can rest assured that your case can receive the care and attention it requires, because my staff and I are experienced, competent, and dedicated to fighting or you and the outcome that is in your best interests.

I have experience with PROBATE administration, probate disputes, and probate matters of all kinds, and I want to help you through this time as swiftly and seamlessly as possible.

 Are you dealing with problems regarding your LIVING WILL or POWER OF ATTORNEY? If you need professional assistance in regards to WILLS and TRUSTS or wills contests, you should not waste any time in seeking out the help and support you need. Let THE LAW OFFICE OF PATRICIA A. POWIS assist you! Ican help you with issues involving a power of attorney or supplemental needs trustee (SNT). I have experience with successful MEDIATION and LITIGATION as well, and can provide you with the best service for you when you contact my law office today.

Remember Patricia A. Powis for all your ELDER LAW needs.  

 Call us at 516-240-5180 now!

 

Practice areas

OtherEstate planningElder lawProbateGuardianship
  1. Guardianship: 35%

    11 years

  2. Probate: 25%

    11 years

  3. Elder law: 15%

    11 years

  4. Estate planning: 15%

    11 years

  1. Medicaid and medicare: 10%

    11 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

600 Old Country Road.
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Law Office of Patricia A. Powis

600 Old Country Road.
Suite 530
Garden City, NY, 11530

The Law Office of Patricia A. Powis

600 Old Country Rd
Suite 530
Garden City, NY, 11530

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NYCurrently registered 200910/30/2020
CTAdministrative Suspension200811/24/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Certified VA attorneyVeteran's Administration2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Adj Professor Wills Trusts and EstatesQueens College2016 - Present
OwnerLaw Office of Patricia A. Powis2009 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Columbian Lawyers Association of QueensPresident-Elect2017 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationCo-Chair Estates Trust & Tax - Elder Law & Special Needs Sect2017 - Present
Queens County Women's Bar AssociationBoard of Directors2017 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember2016 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember2012 - Present
Catholics Lawyers Guild of QueensMember2008 - Present
Queen County Woman's Bar AssociationQCWBA Delegate to WBASNY2010 - 2017
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
National Business Institute SeminarMedicaid Boot Camp - Estate Recovery2013
ADR Hub webinarIntroduction to Divorce Mediation- The Process and Tips2013
Time to PlayDivorce Mediation - A Better Solution2013
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
City University of New York School of Law at Queens CollegeJD2008
Saint John's UniversityBS1986
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
CUNY School of Law CLEElder Law Basics2016
Nassau County Bar AssociationElder/Family Mediation2016
Elder Law Committee MeetingGuardianship Mediation2015
Mitchell Rabbino LectureAdvanced Directives2014
Elder LawMedicaid Estate Recovery2013
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
In the Matter of AK, An Incapacitated PersonIncapacitated person discharged from Nursing Home to live safely in their own apartment in community
Guardian ResignationUnfit Guardian replaced and successful judicial approval of final account and discharge of guardian and surety.
Contested GuardianshipJudicial recognition of relationship and stipulation as to visitation and rights.
City of New York v Dr. B.Limited guardianship

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Malpractice

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Patricia is a very professional and caring person. She communicated with me every step of the way of the process. She fought and helped my family.
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Assisting with a Wrongful Death

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To anyone who is debating whether to hire Patricia Powis: My name is Jose and when I was 20 I lost my mother due to medical malpractice. My father managed to start a case against the hospital but due to his inability to understand English, we became involved in a legal case that we had very little understanding of and zero control over. Throughout the last 7 years this case was never completed. My father’s original lawyers were disinterested and omitted me from the record and did even realize that I was under 21 at the time of my mother’s passing. At the end of last year, my sisters and I were served the court documents of the settlement and given a chance to fight it. I did as much research as I could and decided to go to the first few hearings by myself and get an understanding of the case. Although I was present and called out of work to deal with the case, I was advised time and time again to get official representation if I wanted to be seen as a serious petitioner. From our first meeting Patricia showcased her compassion, her willingness to help and her incredible intellect. She is a fighter and it shows that she has a tremendous passion for her career and her clients. On our initial meeting her office was closed and she came in because I needed representation that very next day. When she met with me, she never once looked at the clock, she heard my story, analyzed the legal side of the case with me and took over with professionalism and experience. She became my voice and she was able to multiply my family’s disbursement and explain everything to me as it was happening. Over the years, my sisters and I have grown emotionally drained and anxious over the case, yet once Patricia entered the picture, our despair became hope and eventually immense gratitude when Patricia told us we had won. We are so grateful that we ended up crossing paths with Patricia and I am deeply appreciative of her work and time in a case that she could have otherwise dismissed. My family and I have never been more hopeful for our future and the success of this case after she took a personal stake in the case. Thank you, Patricia, for what you have done for my sisters, myself, and our future generations. To all her future clients, good job finding her, now let her do for you what she was able to do for us!
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My mother needed nursing home care.

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Ms. Powis' legal skills and expertise are highly effective. She was sensitive, personable, and understanding in forming a partnership with me that focused on navigating issues related to elder care. Under her direction and hard work, we were able to significantly meet my objectives related to the cost of care for my mom. I trusted her, met her timeline, followed her direction, and, ultimately, got an outcome to my satisfaction.

Best lawyer I ever hired

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I hired Patricia to do estate work for me as a beneficiary in an Estate. She was thorough and attentive and took the time to explain the process to me. She made sure I received everything I was entitled to under the Trust. I would recommend everyone should sit down with Patricia and hire her for their legal problems.

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Mary O'Connor, Probate Attorney on Mar 1, 2020
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Ms. Powis is very knowledgeable, experienced and a zealous advocate for her clients. She often speaks to the legal community at CLEs and is a wealth of information in the areas pf probate, estate planning and elder law. I have referred several clients to her and they have all been extremely pleased with Ms. Powis.

K. Karczmarczyk, Guardianship Attorney on Nov 6, 2019
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I highly recommend Ms. Powis for all matters related to guardianship. Ms. Powis is an active member of the Columbian Lawyers Association of Queens and Queens County Bar Association. She is professional, experienced and a delight to be around.

Frank Bruno, Guardianship Attorney on Jan 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Pat Powis is dynamic in the court room and I have referred persons in need to Pat. If you need a guardianship attorney I highly recommend Pat Powis.

Jeffrey Miller, Elder law Attorney on Feb 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly recommend Patricia for anyone requiring assistance with matters concerning Elder Law, Trusts and Estates, Probate, Guardianship, and the like. Having once shared an office with her, I can attest to her knowledge, dedication to her clients, and tireless and thorough efforts to achieve and/or otherwise obtain the best possible outcome based on clients’ individual needs.

Matthew Raphan

Patricia is an excellent advocate for her clients, and an indispensable member of the bar. I endorse this lawyer.

Solomon Steiman

Patricia is a caring and compassionate advocate who works tirelessly to reach the best solution and resolution for her clients. She is a true asset to her clients and the legal profession.

Matthew Lenza, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Lawyers who spend time giving back in pro bono forums like this are special and should be commended and endorsed. Kudos.

Gary Elias, Elder law Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Powis on numerous occasions. She is a top flight attorney and extremely knowledgeable in the Elder Law arena. Ms. Powis is highly dedicated to achieving positive outcomes and obtaining justice for her clients. Ms. Powis is a forceful and effective advocate for her client. It is without any hestiancy that i endorse Patricia Powis and any client that retains her services will be represented by one of the best lawyers.

Hila Yosafi-Lehman, Elder law Attorney on Feb 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I highly recommend Attorney Powis because she is not only a thorough and dedicated lawyer, she also cares about her clients.

Brad Margolis, Family Attorney on May 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. she is determined, concerned and a fighter. I would recommend her strongly to anyone who needs a lawyer with the compassion to listen and to care. But do not let her compassion be mistaken for a toughness that will set the other attorney right in their place. BRAD S. MARGOLIS,ESQ.