Avi Z. Kestenbaum
About Avi Z. Kestenbaum
Avi Z. Kestenbaum is a lawyer based in Mineola, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Avi Z. Kestenbaum is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Mineola, New York
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone LLP
Education: Brooklyn Law School, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Mineola, NY
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