Howard Davidoff

Tax attorney in Great Neck, NY (show on map)

Attorney specializing in tax and estate planning in the greater New York area with 30+ years of experience.

About

Howard Davidoff is a practicing attorney specializing in tax and estate planning in the greater New York area. With over 30 years of experience, he navigates the complexities of wills, trusts, estates, probate, and taxation.

In addition to his legal expertise, he is a Certified Public Accountant, a tenured professor, and a published author. His books include "The McGraw-Hill 36- Hour Course Accounting" and "Keeping Your Assets in the Family." Howard Davidoff provides comprehensive services, offering "one stop shopping" for all financial and legal needs, including tax preparation, estate planning, and real estate transactions.

CPA Credentials

One-Stop Legal and Financial Services

Extensive Experience (30+ years)

Services

Estate Planning

Comprehensive planning for wills, trusts, probate, and tax strategies.

Wills Trusts Probate Tax Planning

Tax Preparation

Federal and state tax filings, including estate and gift tax strategies.

Federal Tax Returns State Tax Returns Estate Tax Planning

Real Estate Transactions

Assistance with buying, selling, and structuring real estate to minimize tax impact.

Purchase/Sale Assistance Trust-Based Ownership Tax-Efficient Structuring

Credentials & Certifications

Attorney

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Professor

Published Author

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Probate? +

Probate is the legal process transferring a deceased person’s assets to beneficiaries, settling debts, and ensuring rightful distribution.

Who can make a Will? +

Under New York law, any person 18 years or older, of sound mind, may create a will to dispose of real and personal property.

What are the requirements of a Will under New York law? +

A valid New York will must be signed by the testator or their agent, witnessed by two individuals, and meet specific signing and publication criteria.

Does New York recognize a holographic Will? +

Yes, New York recognizes holographic wills if executed by a person residing in a state that permits them, or by a member of the Armed Forces or mariner under specific conditions.

What happens if I die without a Will? +

Estate passes according to New York’s intestacy laws, with a surviving spouse receiving at least $50,000 or one-third of the estate, whichever is greater.

How does probate start in New York? +

Probate begins when a petition with the original will is submitted to the Surrogate’s Court in the decedent’s last residence, detailing assets, beneficiaries, and estate value.