About Us - Law Offices of Albert Goodwin, PLLC

We are a law firm in New York City. We have been in practice since 2008. We focus on estate litigation, estate planning and probate. We consistently achieve superior results, are highly rated by our clients, and are recognized in the legal community for our work in the Surrogate’s Court.

Our firm has helped hundreds of people just like you. We have secured millions of dollars for our clients. We help people recover and protect what is rightfully theirs.

Serving New York City Since 2008

Our Approach

Legal issues can be overwhelming. We focus on your circumstances and specific goals. We take the time to thoroughly understand your situation and explain legal concepts in plain language.

We pride ourselves on our accessibility and responsiveness. When you work with our firm, you have direct access to experienced attorneys who are committed to keeping you informed at every stage of your case.

Our Reputation

Our reputation has been built on integrity, professional excellence, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. We work throughout New York City and the surrounding areas, with our Manhattan office allowing us to efficiently serve clients across all five boroughs.

We focus on estate law: estate litigation, estate planning and probate. Our team brings years of experience and deep knowledge of New York estate law to every case we handle.

What Sets Us Apart

Proven track record
Successful outcomes in contested estates, will contests and accountings, including recoveries in the millions.
Strong relationships in the legal community
Years of practice before the Surrogates and court attorneys of the New York City region.
Personal attention from experienced attorneys
The attorney you meet is the attorney who handles your case.
Clear communication in plain language
We explain the documents and the decisions, not just the result.
Commitment to protecting your interests
Whether that means a prompt settlement or a trial, we pursue the outcome that is right for you.
Accessible and responsive
Calls and emails are returned promptly, and you hear from us when something happens in your case.

Meet Our Legal Team

Learn about the experienced litigators who have achieved millions in client recoveries and successful outcomes in high-stakes cases.

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Our Practice Areas

Estate Litigation
Will contests, trust contests, contested accountings, breach of fiduciary duty and the removal of executors and trustees.
Estate Planning
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care directives, including Medicaid and special needs planning.
Probate
Admitting the will, obtaining letters, and settling the estate in the Surrogate’s Court.
Estate Accounting
Preparing, compelling, objecting to and defending estate and trust accountings.
Guardianship
Article 81 guardianships for adults who can no longer manage their affairs.

See the full list on our practice areas page.

Areas We Serve

We represent clients throughout New York City and the surrounding counties. We also handle matters in other parts of New York State and have attorneys licensed in Florida.

Manhattan
Brooklyn
Queens
The Bronx
Staten Island
Westchester County
Nassau County
Suffolk County

Our Office

Law Offices of Albert Goodwin, PLLC
31 W 34 Str, Suite 7058
New York, NY 10001

Phone: (212) 233-1233
Email: [email protected]

Client Reviews

Verified feedback from our clients

Mr. Goodwin is everything you want in an attorney: professional, honest, thorough, and genuinely caring. He always explains things clearly, so I understood exactly what was happening and what to expect next. His attention to detail and persistence really stood out. Looking back, I feel lucky to have found him. He guided me through the whole process expertly, and I deeply appreciate all his hard work. Would definitely recommend him to anyone needing legal help.

Thanks to Mr. Albert Goodwin's hard work and smart thinking, I finally won my case, which has been a long time coming. He figured out solutions that no one else could see. I'm really impressed by his strong ethics - something that's rare these days. As my lawyer, he went above and beyond what I expected. I'm so grateful I found him and would definitely recommend him to anyone needing legal help.

From our first meeting, I knew I was in great hands with Albert and his associate Katrina. They handled my case with incredible skill and efficiency, even though they took it over from another firm. What impressed me most was how quickly Albert responded to my questions with honest, clear answers - no sugarcoating, just straight talk. They managed a huge workload under tight deadlines, and their fees were very reasonable for such high-quality work. Beyond his legal expertise, Albert's wit and personality made a difficult process much easier to handle. I'm deeply grateful for their hard work and would absolutely choose them again. If you need legal help in New York, you won't find better representation than Albert's firm.

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