

When you want professional personalized legal services.
Ben Franklin said it perfectly,
"If you fail to prepare, You are preparing to Fail."
Practice Areas
. Business/Corporate
. Elder Care
. Wills & Estates
. Real Estate
. Litigation
. Special Need Trusts
. Article 17-A
Guardianships
. Land Use & Zoning
. Bankruptcy
. Personal Injury
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Business & Corporate
Our business strategy services are designed to help you achieve your goals and grow your business. We work with you to develop a comprehensive plan that is tailored to your specific needs and objectives.
Real Estate
With over 30 years of experience representing buyers, sellers and lending institutions, our firm can help guide you through the maze of real estate. Whether you are buying, selling or refinancing we will work with you and your lender every step of the way.
Elder Law
Our firm can assist you and your senior family members with their financial needs. Asset protection, minimizing inheritance tax, and using appropriate trusts to ensure autonomy and long-term care options. We can also assist in establishing Powers of Attorney, Health Care Proxies and Living Wills.
Special Needs Trusts
The SNT is a Medicaid planning tool used to shelter a disabled person's assets so they can maintain eligibility for governmental benefits like Medicaid. The SNT will enhance the disabled person's quality of life by having the trust pay for things that the person needs, that are not covered by Medicaid.
Litigation
Our firm is experienced in all aspects of litigation. We can represent you from the commencement, through discovery, trial and appeals. We will make sure your rights are protected throughout the entire process.
Article 17A Guardianships
An Article 17-A guardian is someone who is appointed by a Surrogate Court Judge. This appointed guardian will help protect the interests of an intellectually or developmentally disabled adult.

Practice
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Land Use and Zoning
Medicaid and Medicaid Planning
Our firm is experienced in representing developers and residents on diverse matters in front of both Planning and Zoning Boards. We handle projects such as subdivisions, commercial development and variances. Let us help you get an approval for your next project.
Taking the proper steps to plan for the care of an aged or disabled loved one can save a family a great deal of anxiety. Often many families are unaware of the medical assistance and planning options that are available to them. Our firm can help you navigate the complicated process of applying for Medicaid.
Bankruptcy
Our firm is experienced in representing debtors in both Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 Bankruptcies. If you cannot pay your credit card debt, are behind in your mortgage payments or have wage garnishments, then you should call our firm immediately for a free consultation. Bankruptcy can discharge most debts and can be used to do a modification on your home mortgage.
Personal Injury
Our firm is experienced in auto accidents, trip and fall, and construction accidents. There is no fee unless we make a recovery. Please call us for a free consultation regarding any injuries you have sustained.

OUR MISSION
At The Law Office of Richard S. Abbate our mission is to provide expert legal services that help our clients achieve their goals and objectives. We believe in providing personalized solutions that are tailored to each client's needs. Our expert team has the knowledge and experience to help you. Call Richard for the guidance you need.


Richard S. Abbate has been practicing Law for over 30 years, giving individualized attention to each client. He has an extensive range of experience including successfully litigated business disputes, insurance coverage, bad faith claims, product liability, and general negligence matters. His experience includes successfully litigating cases at both the trial and appellate levels. More recently, Richard has served as Town Attorney to the Town of Yorktown, where he provided counsel to the Supervisor and Board Members on matters such as zoning, land use, foreclosure, and negligence.
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Richard represents clients in Estate Matters including Wills & Probates, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Matters, both Personal and Commercial Debt Restructuring, Real Estate Matters including Land Use and Zoning, both Commercial and Residential Real Estate Transactions, and as Settlement Agent for Various Lenders.
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Richard’s practice has an emphasis on advising clients in Elder Care and Estate Matters. Richard provides services to his clients in such matters as Medicaid Applications, Asset Protection, Trusts and other Elder Care Matters.
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When you have a question on Elder Care, Medicaid, Medicaid Planning, Medicaid Applications, Trusts, Last Wills & Testaments, Guardianships, Probate & Estate Administration or Nursing Home Neglect issue, Richard gives each matter his undivided attention.
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Richard will use his broad range of knowledge and experience. Worry no longer, help is just a call away. You are not alone. We will walk you through every step of the way.
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Call Richard at 914-358-9222 or e-mail him at Rabblaw@aol.com to make an appointment for a consultation.

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