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Learn more about Lissett Costa Ferreira, a lawyer in New York, specializing in Elder Law & Special Needs and Family & Divorce Law practice groups. Lissett Costa Ferreira is a partner and Chair of the Elder Law & Special Needs and Family & Divorce Law practice groups at Meenan & Associates, LLC, a boutique civil litigation law office. With a primary focus on helping individuals navigate major life changes such as divorce, disability, and death, Lissett\s practice areas include guardianships, estate planning, long-term care and special needs planning, trusts and estates, Medicaid and supplemental need trusts, divorce, family law issues, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. Having entered private practice in 2013 after nearly a decade of public service as a principal court attorney to a New York State Supreme Court judge, Lissett brings a wealth of experience to her practice. She is a graduate of Fordham University School of Law, Brown University, and Hunter College High School, as well as a former Fulbright Scholar. Active in various bar associations, Lissett serves as Corresponding Secretary and co-chair of the Elder Law & Disabilities committee at the New York Women\s Bar Association. She is also a member of several committees at the New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) and chairs a NYCBA Lawyer\s Networking Group. Recently nominated to serve on the Board of Directors of the Women\s Bar Association of the State of New York, Lissett is a sought-after lecturer on topics related to guardianship and Medicaid planning. Overall, Lissett Costa Ferreira is a dedicated lawyer committed to helping individuals and families navigate complex legal issues with compassion and expertise.

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Elder Law

Family Law

Child Custody, Child Support, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Same Sex Family Law

Estate Planning

Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills

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