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Cheryl Lynn Fratello
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Fratello Law, P.C. serves the legal needs of clients in the areas of Wills, Trusts, Estate Probate, Elder Law, Medicaid and Real Estate. We assists clients with drafting estate planning documents, such as trusts and wills, asset protection, applications for Medicaid, and estate administration if a loved one has passed.
Cheryl Fratello, our Founding Attorney, was born in Newport, RI while her father was serving in the United States Navy. Her family relocated to Long Island in her early years and she spent most of her childhood and young adult life living in Stony Brook. Cheryl found her love of Long Island’s beautiful waters while working the gas docks at the Stony Brook Yacht Club. She dedicated years to teaching dance at the Long Island Academy of Dance. It was her hard work ethic that drove her to a career in the law and starting her own law practice.
Cheryl is admitted to practice law in the State of New York and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. She is an accredited attorney for the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims for Veterans benefits before the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and is accredited by the Alzheimer’s Association AD Training Program.
Cheryl regularly lectures about various legal topics affecting our clients to local communities. She has had the pleasure of teaching legal studies to college students at Brooklyn’s CUNY Kingsborough Community College as an adjunct professor and has lectured to students at Touro Law School, Hofstra Law School and C.W. Post – Long Island University.
EDUCATION:
• Universite de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, Champagne, France
Diploma in Wine Law, 2018
• Wine & Spirits Education Trust, International Wine Center, New York, New York
Diploma in Wine, Candidate 2019; Levels 1, 2 & 3 Certification in Wine & Spirits, 2015
• University at Buffalo Law School, Amherst, New York
Juris Doctor, 2004
• Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1999
APPOINTMENTS:
• Suffolk County Women's Bar Association, VP Membership, 2023-Present
• Suffolk County Columbian Lawyers Association, 2023-Present
• Long Island Legal Services, Inc., Advisory Council Member, 2012-Present
• Columbian Lawyers Association of Nassau County, President & Officer, 2011-2017
• Long Island Women’s Agenda, Board of Director, 2007-2012
AWARDS:
• Outstanding Women in Law Award, Hofstra Law School, 2016
• Women of Honor – Women in Business Award, GEWWC, 2015
• Leadership in Law Award, Long Island Business News, 2014
• Super Lawyers Rising Star Award, Thomson Reuters, 2013-2017
• 40 Under 40 Award, Long Island Business News, 2010
• Emerging Leader Award, Long Island Women’s Agenda, 2010
MEMBERSHIPS
• New York State Bar Association
• Suffolk County Bar Association
• Suffolk County Women's Bar Association
• Columbian Lawyers Associations of Nassau County, Suffolk County and Brooklyn
• International Wine Law Association (AIDV)
• New York State Grape & Wine Foundation
• Long Island Wine Council
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Fratello Law, P.C.
26 Landing Avenue, Smithtown, NY, 11787
Fratello Law, P.C.
485 Underhill Boulevard, Suite 102, Syosset, NY, 11791
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Cheryl Lynn Fratello's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 23 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Amy | April 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing attorney!!
I had an amazing experience with Cheryl and her team. I recently moved back to NY and had to redo my estate planning documents. Cheryl and her team were extremely responsive, patient and kind throughout the entire process. She has two offices which makes it extremely convenient. She is always availab...
Posted by Genny | October 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Team
I was very fortunate to have hired Cheryl Fratello for my closing which involved trusts. I really appreciate the time, expertise and effort she took to ensure I would have a easy, manageable closing. Her empathy really touched me after my husband died. She understood my concerns and tried her bes...
Posted by Tom | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Cheryl Fratello Does Outstanding Work!!
I couldn't be happier with the job that Cheryl Fratello did on a recent very difficult real estate transaction. What originally started as an ordinary deal turned into a very difficult situation as the estate was challenged by one of the heirs. If it weren't for Cheryl's dedication and problem solvin...
Posted by Matthew | November 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate planning & distribution
She was extremely helpful navigating us through the estate distribution process when my father passed.
Posted by GC | December 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent service
I highly recommend Cheryl. She is a problem solver who communicates very well at every step of the process. Flexible thinker who will work all day and night for her clients. She is excellent!
Cheryl Lynn Fratello's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have been referring Cheryl all my Trust and Estates matters for many years with great success and feedback from my clients. Cheryl and her staff are polished and professional and do everything possible to assist their clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Cheryl is wonderful to work with, knowledgeable, personable and professional. She always goes above and beyond for her clients and I would highly recommend her services to family, friends or anyone in need of Real Estate or Elder Law Services."
"Cheryl is the most conscientious and dedicated attorney I have worked with in the field of Elder Law, Trust and Estates and Estate Litigation. She is a highly knowledgeable and effective lawyer and has a passion for her work that is unmatched. She is also very compassionate and treats her clients like family."
"I endorse this lawyer. She was professional and attentive when I referred family friends to her. She was attentive to all of their needs and questions, in a quick and efficient manner. They were so happy they couldn't wait to refer her else where."
"Cheryl and I were recently opposing counsel on a real estate matter. I found Cheryl to be professional and an expert in the area of real estate. She is also very courteous and conscientious. I highly recommend Cheryl."
"I have the privilege of being a co-member of Miss Fratello and other members of her firm in a fraterenal organization. I am amazed with her knowledge and dedication to the legal profession. She has the unending desire to provide support for her causes and I am quite sure that support extends to her clients."
"I've known Cheryl for several years in various capacities. Cheryl and her firm do outstanding work in the area of Trusts & Estates, Elder Law, Family Law, Real Estate, Business Matters, handling medicade issues as well and various other matters. In addition to being an outstanding attorney, Ms. Fratello is actively involved in the community. I have had the pleasure of being a member with her in the Columbian Lawyer's of Nassau County, Inc. as well as serving with her as an officer in that organization. The Long Island Women's agenda honored Ms. Fratello as one of Long Island's Emerging Leaders and the Long Island Business News with the "40 Under 40 Award" in January 2010. These distinguished honors are a tribute not only to her accomplishments as an attorney but more importantly demonstrates the tremendous moral she exhibits as a person and a member of our community."
"Having the pleasuring of knowing Ms. Fratello for well over a year, I can safely say that she is one of the most professional, knowledgeable and personable attorneys in the business. Not only does Ms. Fratello give her clients the kind personal attention that is rare in this business while alway looking out for their best interests, but she is always thinking 10 steps beyond in any situation so that any potential legal problems are already thwarted. I would (and have) without hesitation encourage anyone to utilize her services, whether it be in the realm of trusts, estate planning, elder law issues, or any other area of the law she decides to undertake in the future; she is THAT good."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Cheryl is a caring, compassionate and excellent attorney who well represents her clients. I am proud to be her colleague and reccommend her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Cheryl is an outstanding attorney who is not only competent in her specialized area of law but she brings to the table experience and invaluable personal attention to her clients. Cheryl's ability to consider all available options with creativity, forethought and a unique legal perspective gives her clients an edge that they would not find with other sources. She is an invaluable member of the legal community and an asset to her firm and clients."
Jacqueline Harounian
Wills and living wills lawyer | Apr 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Cheryl is a conscientious and very knowledgable professional in her field. I wold recommend her to anyone needing a Trusts and Estates attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Outstanding Women in Law, Hofstra Law School Center for Children, Families and the Law
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Women in Business Award, Gaia's Essence Women's Wellness Conference
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
40 Under 40, Long Island Business News
2010
Emerging Leader Award, Long Island Women's Agenda
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney & Founder, Fratello Law, P.C.
2009 - Present
Adjunct Instructor, CUNY Kingsborough Community College
2004 - 2012
Partner, Fratello & Fox, P.C.
Associations
2012 - Present
Legal Services of Long IslandAdvisory Board
2011 - Present
Columbian Lawyers Association of Nassau CountyPresident
2011 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Columbian Lawyers Association of Suffolk CountyMember
2004 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2010
Girl Scouts of Nassau CountyCommittee Member
2009 - 2010
Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support ProgramCommittee Member
2008 - 2008
Child Care Council of Nassau CountyCommittee Member
2007 - 2012
Long Island Women's AgendaBoard of Directors
2006 - 2007
Maurer Foundation for Breast Health EducationCommittee Member
Education
2004
University at Buffalo Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Stony Brook University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Business Law Ethics
Ethics
2012
Estate Planning 101
Estate Planning
2011
Primer on Elder Law
Elder Law
2011
Elder Law 101
Elder Law
2010
BNI Meeting
Estate Planning Basics
2007
Senior Housing Options
Senior Housing
2007
Senior Housing Options
Senior Housing & Long Term Care
2007
Estate Planning 101
Estate Planning
2007
Estate Planning 101
Estate Planning
2007
Elder Law: Planning 101
Elder Law
2007
Advance Directives 101
Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy & Living Will
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am sole executor of grandmas estate. The house is to be sold and divided in 3.Could I evict tenant who holds no lease?
08 Jul 2020
Q&A
When can I sell a house that was willed to me? It was in a trust, I have the deed.
07 Jul 2020
Q&A
Death with no will, court forms to fill, Can I do it by myself?
01 Jul 2020
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
ESTATE PLANNING CHECKLIST
01 Mar 2012
Legal Guide
Should You Have a Living Trust?
06 May 2010
Legal Guide
Don't Be Surprised at Closing: Home Buyer's Costs in New York
05 May 2010