Wendy H. Sheinberg, Elder Law Attorney in Uniondale, New York
focused on Elder Law and Trusts
Uniondale, NY
Trusted elder law attorney serving Uniondale.
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Wendy H. Sheinberg is an attorney based in Uniondale, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts.
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- Uniondale, NEW YORK
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- Elder Law · Trusts
- Handles Elder Law and Trusts matters from Uniondale, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (Long Island) (2021).
About Wendy H. Sheinberg: Wendy H. Sheinberg is an attorney based in Uniondale, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Wendy takes on
Wendy concentrates on elder law and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wendy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Elder Law cases in Uniondale, New York
Wendy takes elder law matters in Uniondale, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Uniondale, New York
Wendy takes trusts matters in Uniondale, 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 Wendy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Wendy H. Sheinberg — elder law lawyer in Uniondale
Wendy H. Sheinberg is an attorney based in Uniondale, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Elder Law and Trusts.
Wendy Hoey Sheinberg is a partner at Rivkin Radler LLP in Uniondale, New York and a member of the firm’s Elder Law and Trusts & Estates Practice Groups. Her practice focuses on elder law, guardianship, special needs planning, trust and estate planning, and trust and estate administration. Wendy advises individuals and families on planning strategies that address long-term care considerations, asset protection, and the orderly administration of estates. She regularly assists clients and fiduciaries with probate and estate administration matters in New York.
Wendy frequently speaks on topics related to elder law, estate planning, senior housing, and probate and estate administration. She has presented seminars for the New York State Bar Association, the Nassau County Bar Association, and various civic and religious organizations throughout the region.
In addition to her legal practice, Wendy writes on issues involving Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Her articles have appeared in the New York State Bar Association Law Journal, the University of South Dakota Law Review, the NAELA Quarterly, Senior News, and Nassau Lawyer. She has also been interviewed and quoted by publications and media outlets including U.S. News & World Report, The New York Times, Newsday, and Dow Jones Newswire.
Working with Wendy on a elder law matter
Wendy Hoey Sheinberg is a partner at Rivkin Radler LLP in Uniondale, New York and a member of the firm’s Elder Law and Trusts & Estates Practice Groups. Her practice focuses on elder law, guardianship, special needs planning, trust and estate planning, and trust and estate administration. Wendy advises individuals and families on planning strategies that address long-term care considerations,…
Who Wendy represents
Wendy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law and trusts matters in Uniondale and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Long Island University
B.A.
Touro College
J.D.
Jurisdictions
Wendy's state bar admissions
Connecticut, Connect
ACTIVE
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Wendy studied at B.A. in Long Island University and J.D. in Touro College.
Law school and academic background
Wendy completed B.A. in Long Island University and J.D. in Touro College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Wendy runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Wendy has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (Long Island)
2021
Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — NAELA Fellow
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New York Metro Super Lawyers - Top Elder Law Attorney
2026
Best Lawyers in America — New York Metro Super Lawyers - Top Women Attorneys
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Hofstra Law’s Outstanding Women in Law Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Long Island Pulse Magazine Top Ten Legal Eagles of 2014
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Elder Law (Long Island) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Wendy H. Sheinberg in Uniondale, New York
Wendy's primary office is at Uniondale, New York, 11556-0926. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Wendy H. Sheinberg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wendy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Wendy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy'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; Wendy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Uniondale, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law 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 Wendy
Wendy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law 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. Wendy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Wendy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Wendy H. Sheinberg
How much does it cost to hire Wendy for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wendy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Wendy offer a free consultation?
Wendy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wendy's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Wendy's current terms during booking.
How long do elder law cases in New York typically take?
Simple elder law 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. Wendy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Wendy take my case if I'm outside Uniondale?
Wendy 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 — Wendy 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 Wendy?
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. Wendy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Wendy accepting new elder law clients right now?
Wendy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Elder Law attorneys serving Uniondale and Albany in New York
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