Mary Patricia Magee, Trusts Attorney in Red Bank, New Jersey
Red Bank, NJ
Trusted trusts attorney serving Red Bank.
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Mary Patricia Magee is an attorney based in Red Bank, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Trusts. Currently practicing at Bennett Law LLC.
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- Red Bank, NEW JERSEY
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- Trusts
- Handles Trusts matters from Red Bank, NEW JERSEY.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Woodbridge) (2023).
About Mary Patricia Magee: Mary Patricia Magee is an attorney based in Red Bank, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Trusts. Currently practicing at Bennett Law LLC.
Areas of practice
Mary's practice areas in Red Bank
Mary concentrates on trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Trusts cases in Red Bank, New Jersey
Mary takes trusts matters in Red Bank, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mary Patricia Magee, trusts attorney serving Red Bank
Mary Patricia Magee is an attorney based in Red Bank, NEW JERSEY. The practice focuses on Trusts. Currently practicing at Bennett Law LLC. Mary works from Red Bank, New Jersey and takes on trusts matters across the region.
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Mary Pat Magee represents individuals, beneficiaries, executors, trustees, and guardians in all areas of trust and estate law. She advises individuals regarding their planning needs and counsels individuals and professionals in fulfilling their duties when administering estates, trusts, custodial and other fiduciary accounts. She has a wealth of experience in federal estate and gift tax as well as New Jersey estate and inheritance taxes. When issues between beneficiaries or fiduciaries cannot be resolved amicably, she advocates for her clients in court. Having practiced for over 30 years in this field there is little she has not seen, whether in the areas of planning for family businesses, charitable planning or planning for children with special needs or elders with special concerns.
Ms. Magee is the Chair of the Probate Section of the Monmouth County Bar Association, and is a past President of the Estate and Financial Planning Council of Central New Jersey. Mary Pat is a graduate of Seton Hall Law School (J.D.) where she was a member of the Law Review. She was previously Counsel in the Trusts and Estates Department of Pitney Hardin, LLP.
Mary Pat and her husband, Joseph T. Erbe, Jr., live in Spring Lake with their three children.
Professional Memberships
- New Jersey State Bar Association (Member, Section on Real Property, Trust and Estate Law)
- Monmouth County Bar Association (Chair, Probate and Estate Administration Committee)
- South Monmouth County Bar Association (Vice-President)
Estate and Financial Planning Council of Central New Jersey (Past President)
Mary's approach to trusts cases
Member Mary Pat Magee represents individuals, beneficiaries, executors, trustees, and guardians in all areas of trust and estate law. She advises individuals regarding their planning needs and counsels individuals and professionals in fulfilling their duties when administering estates, trusts, custodial and other fiduciary accounts. She has a wealth of experience in federal estate and gift tax as…
Clients Mary works with
Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for trusts matters in Red Bank and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mary studied and practices
Seton Hall University
J.D. · 1979
Mary studied at J.D. in Seton Hall University.
Law school and academic background
Mary completed J.D. in Seton Hall University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mary's legal honors and published work
Mary has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Woodbridge)
2023
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Woodbridge) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Mary Patricia Magee in Red Bank, New Jersey
Mary's primary office is at Red Bank, New Jersey, 07701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mary Patricia Magee — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new trusts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary'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; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a trusts attorney in Red Bank, New Jersey
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 Mary
Mary 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. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mary'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 Mary Patricia Magee
How much does it cost to hire Mary for a trusts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mary offer a free consultation?
Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some trusts attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.
How long do trusts cases in New Jersey 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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Red Bank?
Mary is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mary 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 Mary?
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. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mary accepting new trusts clients right now?
Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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