Gerald I Carp, Estate Planning Attorney in New York
Over 63 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Trusts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMazur Carp & Rubin, P.C.
New, NY
Practicing estate planning in New York since 1963.
- 63+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 8
- Bar admissions
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Gerald I Carp is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Trusts. Gerald has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mazur Carp & Rubin, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 63 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Litigation · Trusts
- Handles Estate Planning, Litigation, and Trusts matters from New York, NY.
- Over 63 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Gerald I Carp: Gerald I Carp is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Trusts. Gerald has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mazur Carp & Rubin, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Gerald takes on
Gerald concentrates on estate planning, litigation, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gerald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Litigation
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Trusts
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Estate Planning cases in New York
Gerald takes estate planning matters in 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Gerald takes litigation matters in 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in New York
Gerald takes trusts matters in 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Gerald I Carp — estate planning lawyer in New York
Gerald I Carp is a member based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Litigation, and Trusts. Gerald has over 63 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mazur Carp & Rubin, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Gerald I Carp is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation for individuals and businesses, wealth protection/preservation and 1 other area of law. Gerald received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years. Gerald practices at Mazur Carp & Rubin, P.C. in New York, NY.
Working with Gerald on a estate planning matter
Gerald I Carp is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation for individuals and businesses, wealth protection/preservation and 1 other area of law. Gerald received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years. Gerald practices at Mazur Carp & Rubin, P.C. in New York, NY.
Who Gerald represents
Gerald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, litigation, and trusts matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Buffalo
LL.B. · 1963
Pennsylvania State University
B.A. · 1960
Jurisdictions
Gerald's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. Tax Court
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1981 · ACTIVE
Florida
1978 · ACTIVE
New York
1963 · ACTIVE
Gerald studied at LL.B. in University of Buffalo and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University.
Law school and academic background
Gerald completed LL.B. in University of Buffalo and B.A. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gerald runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Gerald has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Gerald's professional memberships and bar associations
The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (Member: Committee on Fiduciary Litigation
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Contributing Author to study on Contesting Inter Vivos Trusts, 2001 New York Reporter on Uniform Trust Act and Uniform Probate Code
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Committee on Business Planning
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Committee on Asset Protection). Member, New York State Office of Court Administration, Surrogate's Court Advisory Committee, 1999-2002. Lecturer and Panelist, New York Law School, Graduate Tax Program, Estate Planning Practice after Schneider, 2011. Moder
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Lecturer and Panelist, New York State Bar Association, Program on Advanced Elder Law, 2001. Author: "Techniques for Minimizing Gift Taxes," Estate Planning, Vol. 2, No. 4, 1975
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"Estate Tax Consideration, Life Insurance & Marital Settlements," The Insurance Law Journal, No. 647, Dec., 1976
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"Taxes," The Tax Magazine, Vol. 55 No. 4, 1977
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"Interfamily Sale for Notes: I.R.S. vs. T.C.," The Tax Advisor, Vol. 9, No. 7, 1978
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"New Disclosure Requirements to Testators for Attorney Draftspersons who serve as Executors," N.Y.L.J., 9/15/95, reprinted New York State Bar Journal Oct. 1995
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"Analysis of New Law Governing Lifetime Trusts," N.Y.L.J., 7/21/97, Vol. 218 - No. 14
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"Newly Enacted Laws Governing Lifetime Trusts: An Analysis," New York State Bar Journal, Vol. 70 No. 2, 1998
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reprinted in New York State Bar Association course book
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"Estate Planning and Will Drafting," Fall 1997, and New York State Bar Association course book
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"New York Estate Planning Opportunities in 1998 and Beyond," Spring 1998. Panelist & Lecturer, Estate & Tax Problems in Administering Estates, Federal Bar Association, Empire State Chapter
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New York State Bar Association, program on advanced Elder Law, Fall 1997. Panelist, "Law line" Cable Television Program on Administration and Litigation of estates post-9/11, 2001. Honors: The Best Lawyers in America, Woodward/White, Inc., 12th Ed., 2006
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New York Magazine, Best Lawyers in New York, August 1, 2005-2012
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New York Super Lawyers, 2007-2012. Member: New York State (Member: Sections on Trusts and Estates Law and Taxation
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Ad Hoc Committee on Fiduciary Compensation, 1993-1995
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Committee on Fiduciary Litigation, 2001-
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Committee on Public Administrators, 2005-) and American Bar Associations (Member: Sections on Real Property, Probate and Trust Law and Taxation, 1981-)
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New York County Lawyers Association (Board of Directors, 1994-1997
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Member, Section of Estates, Trusts and Surrogate's Court Practice, 1989-. Chair, Committee on Newsletter, 1993-1995
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Member of Executive Committee, 1993-1996
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Co-Chair of Section, 1995-1998)
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Lecturer, Program on Will Drafting, 1995
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Lecturer and Panelist, Program on New Lifetime Trust Legislation, Fall 1997
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Panelist, "Legal Forum" Cable Television Programs on Wills and Lifetime Trusts, 1997. New Jersey Estate Planning Counsel (1990-)
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Locations
Gerald I Carp's office in New York
Gerald's primary office is at 1250 Broadway, New York, NY, 10004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Gerald I Carp — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Gerald. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in New York.
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1 client review
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How to hire Gerald I Carp — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gerald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gerald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gerald'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; Gerald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Gerald
Gerald discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Gerald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gerald's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gerald I Carp
How much does it cost to hire Gerald for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gerald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gerald offer a free consultation?
Gerald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gerald's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Gerald's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in New York typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Gerald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gerald take my case if I'm outside New York?
Gerald 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 — Gerald 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 Gerald?
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. Gerald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gerald accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Gerald'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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