Gillian Amy Hirsch

Gillian Amy Hirsch

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 29 years

Estate planning Lawyer Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Family ... +4 more
This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Gillian

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Elder Law 15%

12 years

15%
Family 15%

16 years

15%
Probate 10%

12 years

10%
Trusts 10%

12 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

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Gillian Amy Hirsch's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

I wish that there was room for 6 Stars

First off, I rarely do reviews. I would assume that all lawyers should do 5 star, "excellent" work however that just isn't the case. Unfortunately I work in a field that is dependent on the legal system and I went almost 20 years in the business and a dozen lawyers until I found Gillian. Not only did... she assure me that she would handle everything (I had heard that before) but she actually did, giving me recommendations that I hadn't even considered that was beyond the scope of the project. Fast forward a few years and I needed someone to represent me in the most important issue in the World.....custody. I didn't even know if Gillian handled such matters but I wanted her, more accurately, I needed her. There is a comfort to knowing that your lawyer is there for you in a time when you question everything. So when I saw Gillian's name on the AVVO site, I had to share my story. My only issue with this review is that I can't publish my last name, which I gladly would.

Posted by MELISSA | December 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

REVIEW OF GILLIAN AMY HIRSCH

Attorney Gillian Hirsch is the type of lawyer every client wants, and all other lawyers strive to be like. It is no coincidence that Attorney Hirsch has the utmost respect and admiration of clients, defense attorneys, district attorneys, clerks and judges alike. Her skill and hard work is surpassed o...nly by her modesty and compassion. As my attorney, Gillian was very proactive in protecting my rights and providing quick and reliable feedback and answers to questions. My children's well being and stability was everything to me, and when I hired Gillian, I instantly felt and knew she understood that. The more and more trust I put into her and the law firm throughout my case, I was amazed at the results. She truly cares about her clients and fights for what she believes is truly in their best interest and what is important to them. Gillian has always been highly compassionate, helpful and attentive to my legal needs during a very difficult time in my life. She was very quick to respond to my inquiries and provided me multiple options of solid advise and counsel. To add, she has always kept me informed of any and all changes as they had occurred. It is with great confidence that I recommend her to anyone who is in need of legal counsel who shows an unmatched dedication to her clients and who is a bright, experienced, and engaging attorney who will defend her client with honesty, integrity, and lots of much appreciated hard work.

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Gillian Amy Hirsch's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Strickland

Elder law lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Gillian on various matters, but most often in elder law, for about 3 years, since she joined our firm. Gillian understands the complexities of elder law, applies herself diligently, and above all, listens carefully and responds to our clients' needs. I enjoy working with her and recommend her in this and all her subject areas."

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Marc Goldberg

Unknown lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gillian is compassionate, committed and hard working. I strongly recommend her for your legal needs."

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Michael Fallon

Elder law lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I would not hesitate to recommend Gillian for any matter relating to elder law, including estate planning; estate probate and administration; and long-term care."

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Andrew Stengel

Government lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gillian is an excellent attorney whether your matter is related to estate planning, divorce and separation, elder law, probate or something else. She is intelligent, knowledgeable and diligent. Gillian is my first recommendation for legal representation in the Capitol Region and beyond."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2017

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Of Counsel, King Adang Arpey Strickland & Thompson

2016 - 2018

Administrative Law Judge, New York State Office of Children and Family Services

2012 - 2014

Court Attorney, Unified court System

2009 - 2012

Counsel to the Deputy Majority Leader, New York State Senate

2006 - 2010

Administrative Law Judge, New York State Office of Children and Family Services

1999 - 2006

private practitioner, Private Law Firms

1996 - 1999

Assistant District Attorney, Brooklyn District Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Saratoga Hospital Foundation Legacy Society

Member

2014 - Present

Collaborative Law Association

Member

2014 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2014 - Present

ElderCounsel

Member

2014 - Present

Saratoga Hospital Legacy Council of Advisors

member

1999 - Present

Leadership Saratoga

Graduate

1999 - Present

Saratoga County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2003

Saratoga County Bar Association

Executive Committee

1999 - 2005

Leadership Saratoga Alumni Association

Board member

1999 - 2004

Saratoga Center for the Family

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Youngs v. Youngs, 162 AD3d 1185, 78 NYS3d 458 [3d Dept 2018]

Ms. Hirsch's client prevailed in that father was not entitled to child support from the mother in spite of mother having less parenting time with children than father.

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Education

1996

Albany Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

State University of New York, Albany

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Colorado - Boulder

Languages

English

Activity

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