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Sheila Samuels
Since becoming an attorney, Sheila has been a tireless advocate. Sheila is an accomplished attorney and dedicated advocate with over a decade of experience. Drawing upon her experience as a caseworker; arbitrator; prosecutor; and school board counsel, Sheila founded the Samuels Law Firm where she uses her background and experiences to serve her clients.
Education:
Pace University School of Law J.D., cum laude, 2002
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
B.A. in Criminal Justice, 1997
Bar Admissions:
- New York
- New Jersey
- District of Columbia (Inactive)
- U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
- U.S. Court for the Southern District of New York
- U.S. Court for the Eastern District of New York
Memberships:
- American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)
- New York State Bar Association, Elder Law and Special Needs Section and Trusts and Estates Section
What Clients are Saying…
“Ms. Samuels was professional, well versed in her area of expertise and made a complicated process go very smoothly.”
Sheila Samuels was a pleasure to work with. Ms. Samuels was professional, well versed in her area of expertise and made a complicated process go very smoothly. Overall, I was very pleased and she was always accommodating. From the beginning, I had the utmost confidence that Ms. Samuels would complete this case appropriately and efficiently. I would certainly recommend her to family and friends.
“Sheila cares about helping others.”
I met Sheila at a seminar where she spoke about the importance of planning. Sheila presented herself well. Her presentation was clear and the information she provided was invaluable! I immediately contacted Sheila to help me create my long-term care plan. Sheila cares about helping others. I recommend her.
“Completely at ease.”
Ms. Samuels made me feel completely at ease. She takes her time to make sure you understand the process and your options. She was knowledgeable and more importantly, prompt in returning my calls and emails.
“Truly an advocate.”
Ms. Samuels’ diligence and responsiveness was truly appreciated. I was nervous about my case; however, Ms. Samuels took the time to explain the legal process to me. She is focused on her clients’ interests and needs. She is truly an advocate.
“Works hard to protect her clients’ interests.”
My family and I have used Ms. Samuels’ firm to create a will, power of attorney, and other planning documents. Each time, Ms. Samuels has taken her time to determine the appropriate planning strategies. She made sure to answer our questions and explained the law to us. She is professional and works hard to ensure her clients’ interests are protected.
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