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Jason Richard Costanzo
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Biography
Specialist in Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Guardianships. I draft simple and complicated Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Advanced Healthcare Directives. I draft Trusts to guarantee Asset Protection with considerations towards Long Term Care planning, and qualification for Medicaid/Medicare and VA benefits. You spend your lifetime acquiring belongings, assets, and savings. I specialize in helping people preserve their wealth while maintaining their ability to provide for their healthcare and for their families.
A 2015 graduate of Syracuse University College of Law, I came to Pennsylvania to practice Criminal Law with Brett J. Riegel and the wonderful and knowledgeable counsel at ARM Lawyers. ARM Lawyers has a collection of Legal Specialists -- Lawyers who were hand chosen from the top of their respective practice areas for their expertise and reputations for professionalism and results.
As a young lawyer, I benefitted from the hands-on training of highly specialized attorneys who were hand chosen from their practice areas to form a highly effective law firm. It is uncommon for law firms to provide hands-on legal training to young attorneys, but in my case that could not be further from the truth. I do not take for granted that I have benefitted from over 75 years of combined legal experience in developing my present areas of expertise.
There are many reasons to become a lawyer. My drive comes from a deep passion for helping others. I enjoy helping people navigate foreign and often complicated matters which require specialized help. Legal advocacy has proven to be a career which brings me great joy from the moment I meet a new client until the resolution of their matter. There is nothing quite as satisfying as having someone whom you've helped say "thank you, I couldn't have done it without you."
Jason R. Costanzo, Esq.
ARM Lawyers
Protect your family. Preserve your legacy.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
40%
11 years | 500 cases
Probate
40%
11 years | 250 cases
Guardianship
5%
11 years | 75 cases
Power of Attorney
5%
11 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 9 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 9 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Location
ARM Lawyers
18 N. 8th St., Stroudsburg, PA, 18360
ARM Lawyers
202 Delaware Ave, Palmerton, PA, 18071
ARM Lawyers
115 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, PA, 18018
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Jason Richard Costanzo's Reviews
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Posted by Norma | January 31, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
I called Jason for a consult regarding a serious family matter. He responded quickly and spent more than an hour offering advice and suggestions specific to my case. His manner is calm, professional and straightforward. When the call ended, I felt confident in knowing how to handle my situation going...
Posted by Michele | August 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome Attorney
Jason Costanzo was kind , compassionate and He truly cared about our case. He took his time to guide me and answer all of my questions in a very timely manner! He is an awesome attorney and I would not only recommend him but keep him as my attorney for any future need.
Posted by Bob | March 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Trusted Advisor
Throughout my life I’ve worked with an untold number of attorneys on both personal, and professional matters. Attorney Costanzo has an unshakable commitment to ensuring that I, as his client, have a full understanding of each legal precept before us that few other attorneys have demonstrated. Jas...
Posted by Anthony | January 7, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Probate information
Mr. Costanzo was highly recommended for my particular situation and he definitely exceeded my expectations. He promptly returned my call and offered several options to accomplish my goal . He is confident , informative and trustworthy. He actually gave me an hour of his time to discuss all of my opti...
Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent!
Jason was very professional and helpful. Quick and easy. On time and communicative. I Would recommend to any one
Jason Richard Costanzo's Lawyer Endorsements
"Being a Maryland Lawyer, I get a lot of crossover work into the neighboring State of PA. Any elder law or estate planning work is typically referred to Jason. He does top notch work, and is attentive to his clients' needs and questions."
"Jason is a motivated, dynamic attorney, motivated to pursue all available legal avenues which prove helpful for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I happily endorse Jason as a fellow member of the Elder Law College Doug."
"Jason quickly grasped the issues and details in our Elder Law College classes. He is highly motivated to do a good job for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jason is a bright and compassionate lawyer, whose knowledge base is unparalleled. I highly recommend him for all your elder law and estate planning needs."
"Jason and I both attended Elder Law College. I fully endorse Jason."
"Jason recently completed an intense 3-day training on the practice of Elder Law including Medicaid Planning. He is a fantastic asset to his community."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you or your spouse should need to prepare for a nursing home and are worried about asset protection, you need to meet Jason. He can help you protect your assets and help your family prepare for this change. Also, he can help you with planning if you have a disabled child or adult. He is nice, patient and explains this complicated material in an easy to understand manner."
"We are all asked various versions of the question "If you were stranded on a deserted island...."Should I be asked that question in the context of which lawyer I wish I had with me on that deserted island, my answer would most likely be Charlie Kelly, the bird lawyer from Sunny, but since Charlie isn't a real person nor is he a real lawyer, Jason Costanzo would be the real life answer to that question!"
"Jason is one of the rising legal stars in North Eastern Pennsylvania that most should keep their eye on. On many occasions we've needed a zealous client advocate in the area, he's always our go to guy!"
"There are few lawyers that place as much attention on their cases as Attorney Costanzo. He is a skilled lawyer who is passionate about providing quality services for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2019
"Top 40 Under 40" - Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers
2019
"10 Best Law Firms" - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
"10 Best Attorneys" - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA)
2018
"Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney", Attorney and Practice Magazine
2017
"10 Best Attorneys" - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA)
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, ARM Lawyers
Associations
2017 - Present
Elder Law CollegeMember
2016 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Monroe County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Monroe County - Young Lawyer's Division ("YLD")Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Smith, No. 493 EDA 2017, 2017 WL 4816913 (Pa. Super. Ct. Oct. 25, 2017)
Trial Court reversed and remanded in favor of the Defendant
Education
2015
Syracuse University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2020
Legal Information Seminar - Hosted by the Young Lawyer's Division
Wills and Estates - Basic Estate Planning and Tax Consequences
2020
How to Stay Ethically Compliant with Remote Notarization, DocuSign, and More
CLE - Working in the Remote World
2019
2019
Monroe County Bar Association
Landlord/Tenant Law - Frequently Litigated Issues and Defenses - Protecting Both Sides
2019
Bridge the Gap - Newly Admitted Attorney Curriculum
Ethics and Professionalism
2017
Publications
2020
ARM Yourself with Knowledge Series
The Essential Estate Planning Survival Guide
2020
ARM Yourself with Knowledge Series
7 Estate Planning Considerations in a COVID-19 World
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I ask for a complete accounting of an estate for which I'm a beneficiary?
04 May 2021
Q&A
Will be go to jail for police being called?
07 May 2021
Q&A
When a Court appointed attorney requests a 60 day extension do you include weekends and what do you do if he/she files late?
13 Mar 2018