Ethan M. Peterson

Ethan M. Peterson

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 7 years

Business Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Business, Probate, Estate Planning ... +4 more

238 West Division Street, Syracuse, NY

About Ethan

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Business 50%

Advising small business clients regarding their legal needs

50%
Probate 15%

Probate and Administration of Decedents Estates

15%
Estate Planning 10%

Wills & Trusts, Health Care Proxies, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney, etc.

10%
Landlord or Tenant 5%

Significant experience with major student housing providers and local property owners

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virgin Islands for 6 years

State: Virgin Islands

Acquired: 2019

Authorized to practice law

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 7 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2018

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Westfall Law - NY Office

238 West Division Street, Syracuse, NY, 13204

Westfall Law- VI Office

Gallows Bay, 5032 Anchor Way, Suite 8, Christiansted, VI, 00820

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Ethan M. Peterson's Reviews

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Posted by Liz | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Champions truth and fairness

Ethan has an excellent command of the law and is a force to be reconded with when defending his clients with composure and passion for justice. His dedication to clients is second to none and refreshing in what can, at times, feel like a heartless world.

Posted by Renee | July 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Happy to have a great lawyer

Ethan was very kind and courteous while helping me navigate my legal situation. He laid out the possible options in a clear and concise way and provided me with the information I needed without it ever feeling too complex. I appreciate Ethan’s dedication to my best interest and would be happy to work... with him again in the future.

Posted by tom | June 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

services rendered by Ethan Peterson

Ethan crafted, processed and executed signatures and notary stamping for our Last Will and Testament, Living Will, Power of Attorney and Health Care Proxy. We started these documents before the Covid period and just finished them. Ethan and his office personnel were very patient during the quaranti...ne time when we could not visit the office to execute. Ethan is extremely knowledgeable in this field as well as other topics I discussed with him (a family trust). In addition to his expertise, he is courteous, explains all topics well, spends more than ample time with his clients and is not pushy or rushing when we visited the office or on the phone. His staff is also excellent and very helpful. i would definitely recommend Ethan and Westfall to my family/friends in need of a great lawyer and firm. if i need any lawyer services again in the future I will be contacting Ethan at Westfall.

Posted by Mark | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Very satisfied

I was very satisfied with the responsiveness & quick turn around on my will preparation. I have referred Ethan to my co-workers who are also using his services. Thank you Ethan!

Posted by Greg | April 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Flawless International Divorce

I was recommended to Ethan Peterson by the Onondaga County Bar Association. Within hours of paying the retainer the initial paperwork was filed and within 10 months my divorce was finalized! Fast service at a reasonable price!

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Ethan M. Peterson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Devon Conroy

Business lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ethan is extremely well-versed in New York business law. His knowledge and hands-on approach has helped hundreds of clients in their business endeavors."

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Jeffery Rusthoven

Construction and development lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He was very professional and knowledgeable. More importantly, Ethan was easy to work with and I hope to have another case with him in the future."

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Adam Durham

Business lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ethan is incredibly knowledgeable regarding all business law transactions. He has been a fantastic resource with all questions in the field, and I have seen him represent a myriad of different clients with an abundance of passion and effort."

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Devon Conroy

Litigation lawyer

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Melody Westfall

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Westfall Law PLLC

2018 - 2023

Associate, Westfall Law PLLC

Associations

2019 - Present

Virgin Islands Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2018 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

Member

Education

2022

Lloyd's Maritime Academy

Certificate in Maritime Law and Shipping Contracts

2017

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2017

Maxswell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs - Syracuse University

MA - Masters of International Relations

2014

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

BS - Bachelor of Science in Political Science

Languages

English

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