All Makofsky Valente Attorneys Named Best Lawyers 2026

The Makofsky Valente Law Group, P.C. is excited to announce that all Makofsky Valente Law Group attorneys have been named Best Lawyers by their peers.

• Founding partner Ellen Makofsky is being recognized in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America for her exceptional work in Elder Law and Trusts and Estates.
• Named partner Lisa Valente is being recognized in the 6th edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for her expertise in Elder Law and Trusts and Estates.
• Associate Christina Lamm is being recognized in the 6th edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for her knowledge of Tax Law, Elder Law, and Trusts and Estates.

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America recognizes lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice.

“To be nominated by our peers in the legal industry is a special honor for us,” noted Partner Lisa Valente.

Best Lawyers has been regarded by lawyers and the public for more than 40 years as the most credible measure of legal integrity and distinction in the United States. Thus, recognition by Best Lawyers signifies excellence in practice.

“The mission of our firm has always been to provide the best and most caring service for our clients,” said Founding Partner Ellen Makofsky. “We are honored by this recognition as it is a validation that we are meeting the goals we set for ourselves 34 years ago.”

Since 1991, Makofsky Valente Law Group, P.C. and its predecessor firms have devoted their efforts to providing competent and caring legal services in the areas of Elder Law, Trust and Estates, Special Needs Planning and Probate and Estate Administration. The firm’s compassionate attorneys handle asset protection and estate planning issues such as Medicaid planning, long term care planning, powers of attorney, special needs, trusts and more. As an all-female firm, the Makofsky Valente Law Group prides itself on sensitive, knowledgeable, and caring service to clients. Makofsky Valente Law Group is located in Garden City, NY and serves all of the New York area and may be reached at 516 228-6522, by e-mail or by visiting the website.