Department profile
Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : New York


Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Rankings

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Private Wealth Law - New York

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Greenberg Traurig advises high net worth clients on a variety of private wealth law matters both domestically and internationally. The team assists with estate administration, trust creation and administration, and tax planning, including GST matters.

Strengths

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  • Greenberg Traurig is well equipped to handle complex clients and planning strategies. They offer thoughtful considerations but they also think through any tax implications or changing needs that may occur in the future. They have experience with simple estate planning matters through to drafting documents that require highly technical and flexible legal language.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • In the estate planning area, new clients like us benefit from Greenberg Traurig's decades of experience with high net worth clients. Their approach is very innovative and they provide a holistic solution. It very much feels like we have a team of experts that can help us.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Greenberg Traurig manage multiple high-stakes issues with varying deadlines and handle it all seamlessly. They consistently demonstrate an ability to navigate complex issues and think strategically. They provide practical solutions swiftly and take the time to explain their reasoning so we can make the best decisions together.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Greenberg Traurig do an excellent job collaborating with other external voices to ensure proper alignment on key decisions.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Linda B. Hirschson
    Band 3Linda B. Hirschson

    Linda B. Hirschson

    Linda Hirschson chairs Greenberg Traurig's New York estate planning group and often advises high net worth clients on a wide array of private wealth matters.

    • Linda Hirschson is exceptionally knowledgeable and experienced. She is also prompt and responsive.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Linda Hirschson is an exceptional attorney. She understands our own situation better than we do. When she speaks, we listen.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 4Brian G. Smith
    Band 4Brian G. Smith

    Brian G. Smith

    Brian Smith advises ultra high net worth individuals, family offices and beneficiaries on a broad range of estate planning matters.

    • Brian consistently delivers advice that is not only legally sound but also commercially strategic and tailored to our business objectives. His responsiveness, ability to simplify complex issues and proactive approach to problem-solving make him an invaluable partner. Brian’s commitment to client success and his collaborative style truly set him apart.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Working with Brian has been excellent. He has a deep level of technical knowledge that allows us to provide well-rounded service to our mutual client.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Brian is responsive and proactive with his clients and their advisory teams. He brings clients ideas and makes them aware of potential concerns.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • What sets Brian Smith apart is the mix of deep expertise, strategic thinking and genuine care in how he works with us. He handles complex, multi-jurisdictional estate, tax and deal structures with ease, managing multiple high-stakes matters at once while staying clear, responsive and ahead of the curve.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

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