About Stephen James Soos

Stephen J. Soos is a Partner at the Buffalo, New York law firm of Magavern Magavern Grimm, LLP. His practice focuses on estate planning, trust and estate administration, estate and trust litigation, elder law, Guardianships, Medicaid asset protection and applications, as well as commercial and consumer collections.

Mr. Soos is an experienced attorney admitted to practice in New York and Florida, and he regularly assists clients with multi state estate planning and administration matters. He has represented clients in a wide range of matters, including estate administration, estate planning, and the preparation of wills, trusts, and advance directives. He advises clients on asset protection strategies, Medicaid planning, and long-term care planning. In addition, he represents clients in Article 81 guardianship and Article 17-A guardianship proceedings. Mr. Soos also represents both creditors and beneficiaries in connection with claims against estates and guardians, and assists clients with commercial and consumer collections matters.

Professional & Community Associations

Mr. Soos is a member of the Erie County Bar Association, the New York State Bar Association, and the Florida Bar Association. He is also a member of the Trusts and Estates Law Section and the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.

 

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Elder Law
Posted by anonymous
November 17, 2025
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I am deeply grateful for the exceptional legal counsel and personal attention provided by Mr. Stephen Soos and Ms. Stempniak. From our very first conversation—during Mr. Soos’s vacation—he demonstrated not only professionalism but genuine care and compassion. His guidance began on one of the most difficult and overwhelming days of my life, and I will never forget how both he and Ms. Stempniak reached out when I truly didn’t know where to turn. I highly recommend Mr. Soos at Magavern Magavern Grimm LLP to anyone seeking dedicated and thoughtful legal support.

 
Elder Law
Posted by Michele
November 15, 2025
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Stephen handled my father’s estate after his passing. He was extremely helpful especially when it came to explaining everything to me, as I have very minimal understanding when it comes to legal matters. He made me feel at ease and it made me able to trust him completely during a time when everything was so chaotic. I simply cannot recommend Stephen enough. I would utilize his services again, in a heartbeat. Thank you Stephen, & team for your wonderful help, when we needed it most.

 
Estate Planning
Posted by Michael
November 10, 2025
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I own real estate in multiple states and Stephen Soos was able to navigate my estate planning to account for my unique situation. I found him to be very knowledgeable and provided essential information to best plan my estate. I would highly recommend him for both simple and complex estate planning.

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Posted by Amy
June 29, 2025
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Stephen was such a pleasure to work with and so efficient! We have two young children and have been saying we need to get our will, power of attorney, etc. documents in order for the past 5 years! We are just so busy and have not had the time - well, so we thought! It took one phone call and one in-person meeting to sign all the documents - that is it!! We had so many questions just about the basic things since this is all so unknown for us - they took their time with us and explained everything SO well so I actually understood what we were signing. More importantly, I know that (God forbid), something happens to my husband and I our kids are going to be taken care of by some truly, kind people!

 
Elder Law
Posted by anonymous
December 30, 2024
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Working with Stephen was a pleasure. He was very responsive and even personally delivered documents to our home. I was a little apprehensive at first but being able to use text and e-mail made the process easier and avoided trips to the office. Thanks again.

Elder Law
Posted by Scott
December 04, 2024
Hired Attorney

Working with Stephen and his team was great. When asking questions, they were very responsive, and explained everything very easily. Stephen was super understanding in regards to the family dynamics. Always kept communication when they had to be notified of any dealing with the guardianship, house sale, and estate of our loved one. Made it very easy to work through all these proceedings.

 
General Practice
Posted by Laurie
June 03, 2024
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Stephen Soos is second to none. Whether they were his area of expertise or not, Stephen managed or helped manage opening an estate, a guardianship, an eviction, a judgment for past rent, the sale of our property, and then finally, closing the estate. He was our constant “go-to”. Stephen was always patient with us and explained things in a way that was easy to understand. His response time was excellent. Even if Stephen didn’t have the answers we were seeking, he would reach out and let us know that more time was needed. Communication is key and Stephen was always responsive and communicated with us regularly. I am happy to say that we now consider Stephen Soos our family attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an attorney. You will be happy that you did!

 
Real Estate
Posted by Vincent
November 13, 2025
Hired Attorney

Stephen was very knowledgeable and professional in assisting me with my responsibility as an executor of an estate. His associate Jennifer and Stephen were very attentive to my questions and helpful in closing the estate in a timely & professional manner.

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Areas of Law

  • Elder Law
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    • Article 81 Guardianships
    • Estates and Trusts Law
    • Health Care Law
    • Tax Law

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    Associate Attorney
    Firm Name
    Magavern Magavern Grimm LLP
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    Admissions
    2022, New York
    2022, Florida
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University at Buffalo Law School
    J.D.
    cum laude

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Associate Attorney at Magavern Magavern Grimm LLP
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1100 Rand Building, 14 Lafayette SquareBuffalo, NY 14203U.S.A.

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705 Center Street, Suite 1Lewiston, NY 14092U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
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705 Center Street, Suite 1Lewiston, NY 14092U.S.A.

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    Yes, Stephen James Soos offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
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    Stephen James Soos attended University at Buffalo Law School.
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    Magavern Magavern Grimm LLP was established in 1826.