Helping seniors navigate the complexities of probate proceedings, legal fees, taxes, and asset protection from nursing home costs, he and his team have become renowned for their work.
LAKE SUCCESS, NY, June 17, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Michael Ettinger, Esq., has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Ettinger is a distinguished attorney with a career spanning over four decades, primarily focused on elder law estate planning. Since 1991, he has served as the president of the Ettinger Law Firm, where he has dedicated himself exclusively to elder law estate planning. Helping seniors navigate the complexities of probate proceedings, legal fees, taxes, and asset protection from nursing home costs, he and his team have become renowned for their work. Under Mr. Ettinger's leadership, his firm has grown exponentially, expanding to 13 offices across New York, with a client base of over 40,000 individuals.
Born and raised in Montreal, Mr. Ettinger garnered a rich educational background, including a Bachelor of French Civil Law and a Bachelor of English Common Law, with honors as a university scholar, from McGill University in 1976 and 1977, respectively. Subsequently, he achieved a Master of Laws in international maritime law from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 1978. Mr. Ettinger was admitted to practice by the New York Bar in 1980.
Mr. Ettinger's commitment to his field is further demonstrated through his involvement in several industry-related organizations. He is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the New York State Bar Association. He was also a founding member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, a founding member of the American Academy of Special Needs Planning, and a charter member of ElderCounsel. Furthermore, Mr. Ettinger's leadership skills and dedication to advancing the profession are evident as a founding member and Past President of the American Association of Trust, Estate, and Elder Law Attorneys.
Outside of his legal practice and professional memberships, Mr. Ettinger has made significant contributions to literature in his field. He is the author of several respected legal publications aimed at demystifying elder law estate planning for the general public. His latest publication, "Ettinger Law Firm's Guide to Protecting Your Future," released in 2023, is particularly noteworthy for its comprehensive coverage of health and well-being for older adults. His earlier works include "Ettinger on Elder Law Estate Planning" in 2010, "Elder Law Estate Planning" in 2015, and as a contributing editor to "Understanding Living Trusts: How You Can Avoid Probate, Save Taxes and Enjoy Peace of Mind" in 2003. Mr. Ettinger has also contributed to various legal publications, including the New York State Bar Journal and has published over 200 articles on estate planning and elder law topics.
Professionally, Mr. Ettinger remains committed to mentoring younger lawyers at his firm and continuously improving processes to ensure a peaceful and worry-free work environment. This focus on quality over expansion reflects his dedication to his clients and fostering a positive culture within the legal community.
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