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About Albert Goodwin
Albert Goodwin is a New York attorney concentrating on estate planning, probate and estate litigation. He has a record of exceptional results for hundreds of clients and has earned wide recognition from clients and the legal community.
Mr. Goodwin represents clients in some of the most complex and high-value Surrogate’s Court disputes, including will contests, contested accountings, kinship hearings, fiduciary removal proceedings, and disputes over significant assets such as closely held businesses, valuable art collections and large real estate portfolios. He handles sophisticated estate administration, bringing complex probate proceedings to an efficient resolution while protecting his clients’ interests against challenges and claims.
On the planning side, Mr. Goodwin builds estate plans that minimize taxes and protect assets from high taxes, Medicaid and creditors. The structures he designs are meant to withstand will challenges, limit tax exposure, and hold up against IRS audits, Medicaid claims and other sophisticated legal challenges.
Professional Recognition
Mr. Goodwin offers his services to the Surrogate’s Court as a referee, court evaluator, guardian and fiduciary. He lectures for New York City’s numerous accountant associations and is a recognized expert on New York estate law, providing guidance through professional education, seminars and media commentary. He serves as a coach and judge for National Speech and Debate Association competitions and has been selected as a judge for New York Moot Court competitions. His professional website is a leading resource on complex estate law, relied on by attorneys and clients alike.
Media Recognition and Legal Commentary
Mr. Goodwin is a regular commentator and legal expert for major media outlets.
| Outlet | Appearance |
|---|---|
| NPR Radio | Appeared live to answer estate law questions from the public in real time |
| The Wall Street Journal | Gave presentations on the use of trusts in the Smart Money Expert Series |
| Discovery Channel | Appeared on the documentary “The Will” |
| CBS | Consultant on the drama “Person of Interest” |
| CBS / Inside Edition | Interviewed about a case in which a deceased person’s caretaker refused to move out after her death in Manhattan |
| Forbes | Interviewed for an article on estate planning strategies |
| CNBC | Interviewed for an article on New York Medicaid expenditures |
| ProPublica | Interviewed for an article on who is more likely to die from COVID-19 |
| NBC News | Interviewed for an article on young people making estate plans because of COVID-19 |
| ABC | Interviewed about a case in Buffalo |
Bar Association
Albert Goodwin is a member of the New York State Bar Association and of its Trust and Estate Law Section.
Legal Foundation and Analytical Training
Mr. Goodwin’s analytical and advocacy skills were honed through intensive legal study from childhood. His training in Talmudic law gave him a foundation in complex legal analysis, argumentation and the interpretation of sophisticated legal texts. He earned a Bachelor of Talmudic Law degree on full academic scholarship with a 3.9 GPA in 2004, and then his Juris Doctor from Hofstra University School of Law in 2007, graduating in the top third of his class.
Education
| Institution | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mir Yeshiva | Bachelor of Talmudic Law | 2004 |
| Hofstra University School of Law | Juris Doctor | 2007 |
To speak with Mr. Goodwin about an estate matter, call 212-233-1233 or email [email protected].
About the Author
Albert Goodwin Esq. is a licensed New York attorney with over 18 years of courtroom experience. His extensive knowledge and experience make him well-qualified to write authoritative articles on a wide range of legal topics. He can be reached at 212-233-1233 or [email protected].
