Lewis and Garbuz, P.C.

11/23/2021

We at Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. wish you and your families a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

10/25/2021

We provide all legal services related to the field Trusts and Estates and Elder Law including all as

05/21/2021

We are proud that our partners, Lawrence I. Garbuz and Adina Lewis are being recognized for the support - legal and otherwise -provided to the community this past year. Hope you join us in honoring them this coming Tuesday May 25th at 5:30pm.

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03/04/2021

Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. partner, Lawrence Garbuz, discussing the importance of estate planning on radio yesterday

Nachum featured an OHEL Gala (3/7) preview with honoree Lawrence Garbuz on this morning’s JM in the AM. Visit the event website HERE.

02/05/2021

Since the founding of Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. twenty years ago we have worked alongside OHEL to assist families with Individuals with Special Needs. We are proud of the firm's partners, Adina Lewis and Lawrence I. Garbuz for being recognized for the valuable work we do on these very important matters.

Since the founding of Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. twenty years ago we have worked alongside OHEL to assist families with Individuals with Special Needs. We ...

11/25/2020

Happy Thanksgiving- We have much to be thankful for!

Happy Thanksgiving from Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. ‌ While every year, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and be grateful for all that we have, in particular this year we, at Lewis and Garbuz, P.C., have m

08/21/2020

Manhattan Attorney Lawrence Garbuz was dubbed “patient zero” after testing positive in the first known New York City coronavirus case, which led to the shutdown of his suburban neighborhood of New Rochelle. The moniker, he says, may be a bit unfair since other people unknowingly had coronavirus,...

04/20/2020

Is Your Estate Plan in Order? Now is the Time to Take Care of It- Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. Virtual Will Signings Available Now

Our boutique law firm limits its practice to all aspects of Trusts and Estates and Elder Law including Estate planning and Estate Administration. As the current pandemic continues to unfold, now, more than ever, it is important to focus on critical estate planning issues. Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. has been virtually paperless for years now, which has enabled us to continue to virtually help our clients with all of their estate planning needs. In terms of finalizing estate planning documents, while previously it required an in person meetings to supervise, notarize and witness documents, we are now able to adapt to the new environment and offer virtual signings of these documents.

Virtual Notarization

On March 19, 2020, Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order 202.7 which allows for remote notarization in New York via audio-video technology. Our firm has already utilized technology to arrange for virtual notarization and has successfully supervised the signing of estate planning documents remotely.

Virtual Witnesses

On April 7, 2020, Governor Cuomo issued Executive Order 202.14 which allows for the witnessing estate planning documents via audio-video technology.

With the new Executive Orders in place, our firm can assist you with all of your estate planning needs virtually, without you ever leaving the safety of your home. During this difficult time, it is now more important than ever, to ensure that you have the appropriate estate planning documents in place and to ensure that all documents have been updated pursuant to constantly changing needs. These essential estate planning documents include but are not limited to, Last Wills and Testaments, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Proxies, HIPAA Releases, Living Wills and Trusts. Our firm knows firsthand of the importance of these documents during these uncertain times.

Estate Administration

Unfortunately, the need for estate administration is all too prevalent right now. Following the passing of a loved one, things can be hard and confusing. In addition to catering to your estate planning needs, Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. regularly handles estate administration. We are here to help you through every step of the process. While Courts continue to limit the filing of certain petitions, there are some filings that are being accepted by the Surrogate’s Court. Regardless, Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. can begin working with you to ensure that all filings are ready once the Surrogate’s Courts reopen.

If you have any questions, or would like assistance with your estate planning or estate administration needs, our firm is available to offer guidance in these uncertain times. Please feel free to reach out to us by calling (212)-867-9140 or emailing us at [email protected].

We look forward to being able to assist you on these very important matters. And stay safe and healthy!

03/23/2020

All of us at Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. would like to thank you all for your well wishes and outpouring of concern for all of us and most notably our founding partner, Lawrence Garbuz.

First and foremost, we would like to send our best wishes for safety and good health to all in these unprecedented times. We continue to pray for all of those who still need to recover from illness.

Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. led by the vision of Lawrence Garbuz, has been committed to being paperless for several years now. Therefore, our firm has been able to function and continue with business as usual from the outset of the coronavirus outbreak. We continue to work remotely while able to service your legal needs.

Our firm limits its practice to trusts and estates and elder law which includes will contests, estate litigation, guardianship, Medicaid planning, probate and estate administration, trust administration, as well as wealth and estate planning. At this time, as social distancing precludes court matters, we can still fully address estate planning, something that may be more important now than ever. If you are interested in discussing and addressing your estate plan, please feel free to reach out to us by calling (212)-867-9140 or emailing us at [email protected].

We look forward to being able to assist you on these very important matters. And stay safe and healthy!

05/22/2019

Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. is so proud to once again this year be the corporate sponsor for Sharsheret and supporting its invaluable work! The Annual Benefit was a moving event that left everyone incredibly touched. We were so glad that we were able to partner with this great organization.

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May 9, 2019: Sharsheret: Your Jewish Community Facing Breast Cancer posted images on LinkedIn

12/05/2018

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Jewish Non-Profit Supporting Breast Cancer Survivors

11/05/2018

Lewis and Garbuz, P.C. Attorney selected as a Super Lawyer Rising Star!