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Samantha J.
McDonough

Associate

Office 201.525.6277
Email smcdonough@coleschotz.com
Michele Amelio |Legal Practice Assistant
201.489.3000 ext. x5010
mamelio@coleschotz.com
Michele Amelio |Legal Practice Assistant
201.489.3000 ext. x5010
mamelio@coleschotz.com
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Samantha is an associate in the firm’s Tax, Trusts and Estates Department.

 

EXPERIENCE

Samantha prepares comprehensive estate plans, leveraging her experience in drafting revocable living trusts, wills, general durable powers of attorney, and health care powers of attorney. With a focus on both knowledge and clarity, she guides clients through the estate planning process, ensuring they understand their options and can choose the plan that best aligns with their goals and needs.

 

EDUCATION

Samantha holds a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from Princeton University and a Juris Doctor from the Charleston School of Law. During her time in law school, she interned at an estate planning law firm, where she gained valuable insights into the significance and impact of effective estate planning. While at Princeton, Samantha captained the women’s soccer team and secured her third Ivy League Championship, demonstrating her go-getter spirit and leadership. She brings that same determination and commitment to effectively representing her clients.

Areas of Practice

Tax, Trusts & Estates 

Education

Princeton University, B.A.
Charleston School of Law, J.D.

Bar & Court Admissions

New Jersey

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