Danziger & Markhoff LLP

5 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in White Plains.

Biography

Michael Markhoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates.

Michael, who practices law in White Plains, New York, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Danziger & Markhoff LLP

5 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • Brooklyn Law School, J.D., graduated 1990
  • Brooklyn Law School, graduated 1990
  • Brooklyn Law School, J.D., graduated 1990
  • Brooklyn Law School, graduated 1990

Client Testimonials

I consider Michael Markhoff to be more of a business partner than outside counsel. He is a part of all the decision making related to the family, including succession, retirement, and estate planning.

Rachel Eckhaus (Strauss Paper Company)

Port Chester, NY

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2018 - Trusts and Estates Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2016 - Trusts and Estates
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Trusts and Estates, White Plains (2026)
  • Trusts and Estates, White Plains (2024)
  • Trusts and Estates, White Plains (2018)
  • Trusts and Estates, White Plains (2016)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Trusts and Estates
Special Focus:
  • Asset Protection
  • Employee Benefits
  • Estate Planning
  • Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving
  • Planning for Closely Held Businesses
  • Succession Planning
  • Tax

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