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Anthony J. Enea, Elder Law Attorney in White Plains, New York

Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law and Trusts

Practicing elder law in White Plains since 1986.

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Anthony J. Enea is an attorney based in White Plains, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts. Anthony has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP.

Based in
White Plains, NEW YORK
Experience
over 40 years
Known for
Elder Law · Trusts
  • Handles Elder Law and Trusts matters from White Plains, NEW YORK.
  • Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains) (2026).

About Anthony J. Enea: Anthony J. Enea is an attorney based in White Plains, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts. Anthony has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP.

Areas of practice

Anthony's practice areas in White Plains

Anthony concentrates on elder law and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Anthony handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Elder Law cases in White Plains, New York

Anthony takes elder law matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in White Plains, New York

Anthony takes trusts matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Biography

Anthony J. Enea, elder law attorney serving White Plains

Anthony J. Enea is an attorney based in White Plains, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts. Anthony has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP. Anthony works from White Plains, New York and takes on elder law matters across the region.

Anthony J. Enea, Esq. is the managing partner of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP with offices in White Plains and Somers, New York. For nearly 40 years, Mr. Enea has devoted his practice to educating and protecting the rights of seniors, the disabled and their families from the costs of long term care.

Mr. Enea and his firm concentrate their practice on Elder Law, Wills, Trusts and Estates, Asset Protecting Planning, Special Needs Planning, Medicaid Applications (Nursing Home and Home Care) and Guardianships (contested/non-contested).

He is the author of hundreds of published articles and a frequent lecturer to seniors, the disabled, attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors, with respect to the planning options available to seniors and their rights. For decades Mr. Enea's articles have been published in such publications as the New York State Bar Journal, the Trusts and Estates, Elder Law, General Practice Law and Elder Law Journal for the New York State Bar Association, the Westchester County Business Journal and the Westchester County Bar Journal and Newsletter, and Tax Stringer for the New York State Society of CPAs.

Mr. Enea has been certified and re-certified as an elder law attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation as accredited by the American Bar Association*. He is a former member of the Executive Committee of the Trusts and Estates Section of the New York State Bar Association as a vice-chair of the Committee on the Elderly and Disabled.

Mr. Enea is the past chair of the Elder Law and Special Needs Section of the New York State Bar Association. Mr. Enea is a past president and a founding member of the New York Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). He is also a member of the Council of Advanced Practitioners of NAELA and the Columbian Lawyers Association of Westchester County.

Mr. Enea is a past president of the Westchester County Bar Association and Westchester County Bar Foundation.

Mr. Enea is a past chair of the 50+ Section of the New York State Bar Association.

Mr. Enea is a recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University and was the recipient of the Dr. Joseph A. Cimino Community Service Award from the Dominican Sisters and the Honorable Richard J. Daranco Distinguished Service Award from the Columbian Lawyers Association of Westchester County. He was also honored at the Westchester County Bar Foundation's 2024 Annual Benefit for his distinguished leadership, vision and service in improving the public's access to legal services.

Mr. Enea is the founder of the Anthony J. Enea Elder Law Scholarship at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University.

Mr. Enea has been selected as a Super Lawyer for the nineteenth consecutive year, and for 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 was selected as a Top 25 Super Lawyer in Westchester County.

Mr. Enea for the fifteenth consecutive year has also been selected for inclusion in the “Best Lawyers in America” as an Elder Law Attorney (2012-2026). In addition, he was recognized as a Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in White Plains six times.

Mr. Enea is an “AV” Rated Preeminent Attorney as rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Mr. Enea is also fluent in Italian.

*The National Elder Law Foundation is not affiliated with any Governmental authority. Certification is not a requirement for the practice of Law in the State of New York and does not necessarily indicate greater competence than other attorneys experienced in this field of law.

How Anthony handles elder law matters

Anthony J. Enea, Esq. is the managing partner of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP with offices in White Plains and Somers, New York. For nearly 40 years, Mr. Enea has devoted his practice to educating and protecting the rights of seniors, the disabled and their families from the costs of long term care. Mr. Enea and his firm concentrate their practice on Elder Law, Wills, Trusts and Estates, Asset…

The kind of cases Anthony takes

Anthony reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law and trusts matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Anthony studied and practices

  • Pace University

    J.D. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Anthony's state bar admissions

  • New York, U.S. Distr

    1986 · ACTIVE

  • New York, New York

    1986 · ACTIVE

Anthony studied at J.D. in Pace University.

Law school and academic background

Anthony completed J.D. in Pace University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Anthony runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Anthony's legal honors and published work

Anthony has received 24 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains)

    2017

  • Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains)

    2016

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains)

    2015

  • Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medicaid

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer of the Year in Elder Law, White Plains, Best Lawyers in America, 2016, 2018, 2026

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Best Lawyer, Elder Law and Trusts & Estates, The Best Lawyers in America, 2012 – 2026

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top 25 Super Lawyers, Westchester County, Thomson Reuters, 2009, 2010, 2013 – 2015, 2018 – 2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, New York Metro, Thomson Reuters, 2007 – 2025

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Honoree, Annual Benefit, Westchester County Bar Foundation, 2024

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer of the Year in Trusts and Estates, White Plains, Best Lawyers in America, 2015, 2017, 2019

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Distinguished Service Award, Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, 2018

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Honorable Richard J. Daronco Distinguished Service Award, Columbian Lawyers Association of Westchester County, 2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Dr. Joseph A. Cimino Community Service Award, ArchCare at Home, 2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Golden Harvest Corporate Award, Westchester Public/Private Partnership for Aging Services, 2014

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Westchester County's Leading Elder Care Attorney, Above the Bar Awards, 2013

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV-Rated Preeminent Attorney, Martindale Hubbell, 2002 - Present

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (White Plains) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (White Plains) (2015).

Locations

Anthony J. Enea's office in White Plains

Anthony's primary office is at 245 Main Street, Suite 500, White Plains, New York, 10601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP

245 Main Street, Suite 500

White Plains, New York 10601

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Hiring guide

How to hire Anthony J. Enea — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Anthony usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Anthony charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anthony's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Anthony will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a elder law attorney in White Plains, New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Anthony

Anthony discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every elder law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Anthony confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Anthony's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Anthony J. Enea

  • How much does it cost to hire Anthony for a elder law case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Anthony walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Anthony offer a free consultation?

    Anthony charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anthony's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Anthony's current terms during booking.

  • How long do elder law cases in New York typically take?

    Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Anthony gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Anthony take my case if I'm outside White Plains?

    Anthony is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Anthony will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Anthony?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Anthony will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Anthony accepting new elder law clients right now?

    Anthony's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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