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Eric Kramer was an estate and tax planning attorney representing high-net-worth families and individuals, closely held business owners, and real estate developers for more than 35 years. Recently retired, Eric prepared wills and trusts, consulted on prenuptial agreements, and managed estate and trust administration for his clients.
As a certified public accountant, Eric applied deep experience with federal and New York state taxing authorities to provide sophisticated tax advice to clients. He focused on managing the tax consequences involved in transferring wealth to future generations. Eric also advised clients on business succession planning, including important tax implications of the various methods of transfer.
As a practicing lawyer, Eric was known for his professionalism and compassion for clients as they make important decisions related to the transfer of their legacy to others.
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- Guided individuals and their families to address important tax matters across the estate planning process.
- Advised individuals and their families on charitable giving through gifting and trusts.
- Advised personal representatives, trustees, and beneficiaries on their fiduciary duties.
- Counseled the owners of closely held businesses in succession planning, matching the best possible planning vehicles to each situation.
- Drafted prenuptial agreements to establish important parameters surrounding premarital assets and wealth.
Community Work
- Huntington Community First Aid Squad, Volunteer EMT
- Huntington Community First Aid Squad, Board Member
- Interfaith Nutrition Network (INN), Golf Outing Chair
- North Shore University Hospital, Estate Planning Committee, Member
- Heart Advisory Council of the Long Island Chapter of the American Heart Association, Member
- Tilles Center, Board Member
- Fresh Air Fund, Former Volunteer
Recognition
- Super Lawyers, New York Metro, Estate Planning & Probate, 2012-Present
- The Best Lawyers in America, Trusts and Estates, 2023-2024
- Martindale Hubbell, AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
- New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Nassau Chapter, Distinguished Service Award, 2011
- Interfaith Nutrition Network, Annual Golf Outing Honoree, 2014
Additional Information
Practice Areas
Education
Affiliations and Appointments
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Estate Planning Committee, Former Co-Chair
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Board Governance Task Force, Former Chair
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Nassau Chapter, Former President
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Board of Director, Former Member
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Strategic Planning Task Force, Past Chair
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Board Governance Task Force, Former Chair
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, NYS Board of Trustees, Former Member
New York State CPA Society Journal, Former Contributing Editor
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, Estate Planning Committee, Nassau Chapter, Former Chair
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Estate Planning Committee, Past Member
New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Section, Member
Nassau County Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Committee, Member
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