Patricia Ann Powis

Patricia Ann Powis

also known as Patricia A. Powis

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Guardianship Lawyer at Garden City, NY
Practice Areas: Guardianship, Probate, Estate Planning ... +2 more

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

About Patricia

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Guardianship 35%

17 years

35%
Probate 25%

17 years

25%
Elder Law 15%

17 years

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 17 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2009

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 17 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2008

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

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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Patricia Ann Powis's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Philip | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

Attorney

I retained Ms. Powis to handle a family guardianship matter. I have no knowledge or expertise in this field of law and had misgivings about the whole process. In addition, I had to adjust to being a client instead of the lawyer, an entirely new experience. Ms. Powis instantly made myself and my wif...e, also a lawyer, comfortable and secure in her vast knowledge and expertise, and she was responsive and on point to all my questions and concerns. In my experience, clients crave responsiveness and experience above all else, and this is what Ms. Powis provides. Even as important is her ability to communicate and advocate my position to the adversary attorney. I was especially impressed with her skills and expertise in the open court setting, and her years of experience advocating guardianship matters in the New York court system, with knowledge and familiarity with all the players involved. As an attorney myself, I can’t emphasize enough how important that is to clients and the outcome of their cases.

Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2015 | Elder Law

My mother needed nursing home care.

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 c...ost of care for my mom. I trusted her, met her timeline, followed her direction, and, ultimately, got an outcome to my satisfaction.

Posted by Al | July 31, 2015 | Probate

Best lawyer I ever hired

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 t...heir legal problems.

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Patricia Ann Powis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mary O'Connor

Probate lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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K. Karczmarczyk

Guardianship lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Frank Bruno

Guardianship lawyer | Jan 04

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."

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Jeffrey Miller

Elder law lawyer | Feb 13

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."

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Matthew Raphan

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Solomon Steiman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Matthew Lenza

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 18

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."

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Gary Elias

Elder law lawyer | Mar 17

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."

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Hila Yosafi-Lehman

Elder law lawyer | Feb 06

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."

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Brad Margolis

Family lawyer | May 27

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."

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Frank Bruno

Family lawyer

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Janis Noto

Elder law lawyer

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Brad Margolis

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Certified VA attorney, Veteran's Administration

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Adj Professor Wills Trusts and Estates, Queens College

2009 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Patricia A. Powis

Associations

2017 - Present

Columbian Lawyers Association of Queens

President-Elect

2017 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Co-Chair Estates Trust & Tax - Elder Law & Special Needs Sect

2017 - Present

Queens County Women's Bar Association

Board of Directors

2016 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2012 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Catholics Lawyers Guild of Queens

Member

2010 - 2017

Queen County Woman's Bar Association

QCWBA Delegate to WBASNY

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Matter of AK, An Incapacitated Person

Incapacitated person discharged from Nursing Home to live safely in their own apartment in community

Guardian Resignation

Unfit Guardian replaced and successful judicial approval of final account and discharge of guardian and surety.

Contested Guardianship

Judicial recognition of relationship and stipulation as to visitation and rights.

City of New York v Dr. B.

Limited guardianship

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Education

2008

City University of New York School of Law at Queens College

JD

1986

Saint John's University

BS

Speaking Engagements

2016

Nassau County Bar Association

Elder/Family Mediation

2016

CUNY School of Law CLE Elder Law Basics

2015

Elder Law Committee Meeting

Guardianship Mediation

2014

Mitchell Rabbino Lecture

Advanced Directives

2013

Elder Law

Medicaid Estate Recovery

Publications

2013

National Business Institute Seminar Medicaid Boot Camp - Estate Recovery

Languages

English

Activity

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