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Jason Richard Costanzo

Probate Attorney at Stroudsburg, PA

4.8   8 reviews
  • State Years
    New Jersey - NJ 7 years
    Pennsylvania - PA 7 years
  • Licensed for 7 years
    State NJ
    Acquired 2016
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 7 years
    State PA
    Acquired 2016
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Jason

Learn Jason’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Probate
    30%
    Estate Administration - Probate of Wills and Trusts, Beneficiary Representation, Transfer of Real Estate, Access to Bank Accounts of Deceased Loved Ones. Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax issues and Pennsylvania REV-1500 Inheritance Tax Returns.

    8 years, 100 cases

  2. Estate planning
    20%
    Estate Planning and Estate Administration - Last Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Powers of Attorney, Advanced Healthcare Proxies/"DNR," Trusts. Not Just Templates - Individualized Plans Based on Client Needs

    8 years, 250 cases

  3. Guardianship
    20%
    Guardianships - Incapacitated Persons No Longer Able to Draft Powers of Attorney. Representation of Family Members of Incapacitated Individuals with Trouble Handling the Affairs of Their Loved Ones.

    8 years, 50 cases

  4. Power of attorney
    10%

    8 years, 150 cases

  5. Trusts
    10%

    8 years, 100 cases

  6. Wills and living wills
    10%
    Last Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Guardian Provisions for Minors

    8 years, 150 cases

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.

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Posted by Michele | August 11, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired 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
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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. Jason is personable, professional, thorough, and has repeatedly displayed a certain compassion many other attorneys I’ve previously done business with would do well to adopt. He has earned my complete trust. As estate planning requires periodic review in order to continually match one’s ever-changing needs, I look forward to working with Attorney Costanzo for many years to come.
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Posted by Anthony | January 7, 2020
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| Consulted 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 options . Anyone in need should definitly give Mr. Costanzo a try . He will not let you down .
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Posted by anonymous | January 6, 2020
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Excellent!
Jason was very professional and helpful. Quick and easy. On time and communicative. I Would recommend to any one
Posted by Daniel | December 6, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
A True Professional
I hired Jason to help me see my Autistic son. Jason is sharp,assertive and caring lawyer. Jason has a passion for helping people in challenging circumstances. I would reccomend Jason to anyone looking for quality legal representation who puts people first.
Posted by Ed | December 6, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Fantastic for wills!
Hired Jason to discuss our family's will. He had some ideas I had never thought of. Great guy, friendly, super knowledgeable. Really put us at ease for this difficult topic.
Posted by Larissa | May 18, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Great experience!
Jason is fantastic at explaining everything about your situation in detail. He spent a lot of time going over my case and explained everything thoroughly. You can’t find anyone who gives this level of information.
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Landlord tenant
I hired Jason to take care of a eviction for my husband ( landlord) Jason spent a decent amount of time giving me a free consultation and was proficient in winning the case. His fee for this was a affordable price. While he excelled in doing the eviction quickly and winning, Jason made it known he was very uninterested in trying to collect any money owed to us. The ex tenant wrote a email asking for a payment plan before we took him to court. We asked the lawyer to respond. We were not included in the email sent and did not see it. We had to actually ask if it was sent twice. After the judgement and our own attempt to collect which ended with the ex tenents complaining to the cops, we asked if the lawyer could send a letter on our behalf and were quoted a very high sum for maybe 15 to 25 minutes of Jason's time. I called back and agreed to this sum only to never get a return phone call from the lawyer. I contacted a different lawyer and received many more legal suggestions on how to collect my judgement and how to file the judgement in another county. If your looking for a simple cut and dry case and on a budget Jason is for you. If you want a pitbull who will have your back and try to collect for you I would not recommend him.
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
  • Contingency 25%-40%
  • Retainer Sometimes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • ARM Lawyers
  • 2015 - Present

Education

  • Syracuse University College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2015

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

Associations

  • Elder Law College
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • New Jersey State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • Monroe County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • Monroe County - Young Lawyer's Division ("YLD")
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Rising Star
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
  • 2020
  • "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
  • 2019
  • "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
  • 2018
  • "10 Best Attorneys" - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service
  • American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA)
  • 2017
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Attorney endorsements

Received (11)
Given (11)
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Estate planning Attorney | Feb 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jason is a motivated, dynamic attorney, motivated to pursue all available legal avenues which prove helpful for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 24
Relationship: Other
"I happily endorse Jason as a fellow member of the Elder Law College Doug."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 23
Relationship: Other
"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."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Co-worker
"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."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Other
"Jason and I both attended Elder Law College. I fully endorse Jason."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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."
Elder law Attorney | Jun 21
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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!"
Landlord or tenant Attorney | Nov 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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!"
Unknown Attorney | Aug 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"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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