About Ronald Fatoullah

Ronald Fatoullah Chairs the firm’s Elder Law Practice Group and is a Partner in the firm’s Trusts & Estates Practice Group.

Prior to joining the firm, Ron was the founder and principal of Ronald Fatoullah & Associates for over 35 years. The firm was perennially recognized as one of New York’s top Elder Law and Estate Planning firms. Ron has been devoted to advising New Yorkers about the legal and financial challenges of aging. He is highly regarded for his contributions and expertise in estate planning and administration, Medicaid planning, special needs planning, wills and trusts, probate, guardianships, and estate and & guardianship litigation.

A certified elder law attorney, Ron Chaired the Executive Committee of the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association’s financial planning and Investments committee; Chaired the Board of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Long Island Chapter for over 10 years; and served on the Executive Council of AARP New York.

He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the highest honor bestowed by the organization. Ron lectures frequently on elder law, estate planning and aging; has appeared on numerous radio and television programs; and has been quoted in The New York Times, Newsday, The Wall Street Journal, the New York Law Journal, and Kiplinger’s. He has been honored by many organizations for his achievements and contributions to the senior community.

 

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Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
August 26, 2017
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Ron Fatoullah is perhaps the finest attorney I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He is extremely knowledgeable, highly ethical, and truly cares about his clients. His office is run professionally and with great care to details. One could not ask for more in a lawyer, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services or legal advice.

 
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August 26, 2010
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Very knowledgeable in the field of elder law.

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Posted by anonymous
May 19, 2023
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If you are looking for a good law firm that will actually perform quality work for you, keep on going, because this is not the firm. They took my retainer, and provided absolutely nothing in return but excuses. Worst legal experience ever!

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Areas of Law

  • Elder Law
  • Trusts and Estates

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP
  • Pro Bono Services
    Time Spent on Pro Bono Work: 5%

    Ronald Fatoullah, Esq. is a strong supporter of pro bono and other volunteer efforts within the legal industry as well as in the senior citizen community.

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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1977, New York
    1977, Massachusetts
    Memberships
    Nassau County (Member, Sections on: Elder Law and Estate Planning), Queens County (Member, Sections on: Elder Law and Estate Planning, New York City (Member, Sections on: Elder Law and Estate Planning) and New York State (Member, Sections on: Elder Law and Estate Planning) Bar Associations
    National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    St. John's University
    Class of 1977
    J.D.
    Other Education
    State University of New York at Buffalo
    Class of 1973
    B.A.
    summa cum laude

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Partner at Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone, LLP
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190 Willis AvenueMineola, NY 11501U.S.A.

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70 East 55th Street, 18th & 19th FloorNew York, NY 10022U.S.A.

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Crystal Corporate Center2500 North Military Trail, Suite 314Boca Raton, FL 33431U.S.A.

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70 East 55th Street, 18th & 19th FloorNew York, NY 10022U.S.A.

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Crystal Corporate Center2500 North Military Trail, Suite 314Boca Raton, FL 33431U.S.A.

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  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Ronald Fatoullah is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and New York.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Ronald Fatoullah has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Ronald Fatoullah has a presence in Boca Raton, FL and New York, NY.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Ronald Fatoullah attended St. John's University.