Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein, Trusts Attorney in New York
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Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Trusts.
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- Handles Trusts matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
About Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein: Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Trusts.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Joshua takes on
Joshua concentrates on trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joshua handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Trusts cases in New York
Joshua takes trusts matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joshua agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein — trusts lawyer in New York
Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Trusts.
In his widely respected practice, Joshua Rubenstein, national chair of the firm's Private Wealth practice, brings a variety of important services under one roof for high-net-worth individuals. He offers integrated planning, administration and litigation counseling for individuals, their estates and their businesses, all of it designed to preserve wealth over generations. His advice stretches as far as his clients' financial interests – locally, nationally and globally.
Josh is the rare trusts and estates attorney that does not focus exclusively on either planning, estate administration, or litigation. Instead, he integrates all three. The result, for clients, is deeper insight in each area that may affect them. Josh performs his planning and administration with a view to minimizing litigation risk; meanwhile, he litigates cases with a view towards discovering planning opportunities.In any craft, making it "look easy" only happens with considerable experience and talent. Josh, who has been practicing in the field for more than 35 years, has a unique ability to create sophisticated solutions that are also elegant and uncomplicated.
In the area of estate administration, which can bring intense feelings to the surface for family members, Josh and his clients also benefit from his emotional intelligence. Representing the executor of a multibillion-dollar estate who was being sued by siblings over their treatment in their parents' will, Josh crafted a solution that satisfied all parties and restored family harmony. In that instance, and others, Josh has kept what would have been a high-profile dispute out of the news. Instead, it remained a private affair.
How Joshua handles trusts matters
In his widely respected practice, Joshua Rubenstein, national chair of the firm's Private Wealth practice, brings a variety of important services under one roof for high-net-worth individuals. He offers integrated planning, administration and litigation counseling for individuals, their estates and their businesses, all of it designed to preserve wealth over generations. His advice stretches as…
Who Joshua represents
Joshua reviews new inquiries case-by-case for trusts matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Columbia University
J.D. · 1980
Joshua studied at J.D. in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
Joshua completed J.D. in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joshua runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Joshua has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein's office in New York
Joshua's primary office is at 50 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, New York, 10020-1605. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new trusts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joshua usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joshua charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Joshua will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a trusts attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many trusts matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Joshua
Joshua discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in trusts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every trusts matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Joshua confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joshua's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many trusts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joshua S. "Josh" Rubenstein
How much does it cost to hire Joshua for a trusts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joshua walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joshua offer a free consultation?
Joshua charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joshua's office. Some trusts attorneys offer free consults — check Joshua's current terms during booking.
How long do trusts cases in New York typically take?
Simple trusts matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Joshua gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joshua take my case if I'm outside New York?
Joshua is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joshua will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Joshua?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Joshua will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joshua accepting new trusts clients right now?
Joshua's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Trusts attorneys serving Albany and Brooklyn in New York
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