Littman Krooks Named Among Best Law Firms in New York for 2014

The firm, with offices in New York, White Plains and Fishkill, received Tier 1 ranking in the area of Elder Law and Trusts & Estates Law. This prestigious ranking results from the firm’s combination of legal excellence and breadth of expertise.

To be eligible for this distinction, a law firm must also have at least one lawyer included among the annual peer review assessment of Best Lawyers in America®. Bernard A. Krooks, a founding partner of Littman Krooks LLP, was selected by his peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers 2014 in the field of Elder Law. Krooks, Chair of the firm’s Elder Law and Special Needs Department, has been included among this elite group for each of the last seven years. He is past president of the Special Needs Alliance and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Krooks has also served as Chair of the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.

Among his recent distinctions, he was named Chair of the Elder Care Committee of Trusts and Estates Editorial Advisory Board and was appointed President Elect of Arc of Westchester. He is a sought-after expert on estate planning and elder law matters and has been quoted in leading publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and Forbes, among others.

The U.S.News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their relevant practice areas, and a review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process.

“The firm is honored to be part of this prestigious group. It is a privilege to be recognized by those participating in the evaluation process,“ says Krooks.

About Littman Krooks LLP

Littman Krooks provides sophisticated legal advice and the high level of expertise ordinarily associated with large law firms along with the personal attention and responsiveness of smaller firms. These ingredients, which are the cornerstone of effective representation and are necessary to a successful lawyer/client relationship, have become the foundation of the firm’s success.

Littman Krooks LLP offers legal services in several areas of law, including elder law, estate planning, special needs planning, special education advocacy, and corporate and securities. Their offices are located at 655 Third Avenue, New York, New York; 399 Knollwood Road, White Plains, New York; and 300 Westage Business Center Drive, Fishkill, New York. Visit the firm’s website at www.littmankrooks.com.