Portrait of Lisa Fenech

Lisa Fenech

Principal

She/Her/Hers

Lisa Fenech’s practice focuses on estates and trusts litigation, probate and estate administration, and elder law litigation. This includes contested and uncontested probate and administration proceedings, contested and uncontested Article 81 proceedings, power of attorney litigation, contested estates and trusts accounting proceedings, and various other complex disputes between beneficiaries and fiduciaries.

Lisa takes a pragmatic approach to her practice, recognizing the emotional complexities involved and the need for solutions that are both legally sound and practical. Clients value her efficiency and strategic focus in resolving cases. With a strong track record of achieving favorable outcomes both in and out of court, Lisa is committed to guiding her clients through the process with clarity and confidence.

Lisa regularly receives appointments from the New York State Supreme Court to serve as court evaluator and court-appointed counsel in Article 81 proceedings. She is also frequently appointed by the Surrogate’s Courts to serve as Guardian Ad Litem in probate, accounting, wrongful death, and various other proceedings. These appointments allow her to advocate for vulnerable individuals who are unable protect their own rights.

Lisa resides on Long Island and is the proud aunt of two nieces. She enjoys spending time with her family, frequently traveling to Florida to visit them.

    Education

    • Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University (J.D.)
    • Adelphi University (B.A., cum laude)
    • Florida Keys Community College (A.S.)

    State Bar Admissions

    • New York

    Professional Affiliations

    • Nassau County Women’s Bar Foundation, President 
    • Nassau County Bar Association, Surrogate’s Court Committee, Member 
    • New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section, Sponsorship Committee Chair 
    • New York State Bar Association, Elder Law Section, Member

    Recognitions

    • Doyles Guide Leading Trusts, Estates & Probate Litigation Lawyers – New York City (2026)
    • Named to The Best Lawyers in America - Ones to Watch® for Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Trusts and Estates (2024-2027)
    • 2024 40 Under Forty, Long Island Business News
    • New York Metro Super Lawyers® - Rising Stars list for Estates and Trust Litigation (2024-2026)

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    Princeton will serve as the backdrop for three days of connection, learning, and design leadership. From keynotes to tours to the Tri-State Design Awards, this year’s conference is designed to go far beyond education sessions. Kick off the week with pre-conference intensives and individual state component Design Award celebrations, followed by three days of education, inspiration, networking, and design excellence at the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference—featuring pre-conference intensives, three keynote speakers, 25 education sessions, curated tours, an expo, spec academies, and the AIA Tri-State Design Awards—bringing together architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of the profession. G2. Designing Secure Practices: Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Contractual Provisions, and Insurance Risks for Architects (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) Architects and design professionals increasingly rely on cloud platforms, BIM software, and digital tools to manage sensitive data, creating cybersecurity and privacy risks. A single incident can trigger liability claims, regulatory obligations, reputational harm, and insurance challenges. Yet many firms underestimate how contracts, insurance, and internal practices intersect during a breach. This program offers legal and insurance perspectives on cyber risk in architecture, examining liability exposure, risky contract provisions, and mitigation strategies. A cyber insurance expert will explain policy responses, coverage gaps, coordination with professional liability, and best practices for aligning insurance with contractual risk and protecting firms from evolving cyber threats. Learning Objectives: Identify key cybersecurity and data privacy risks faced by architecture firms and explain how these risks can impact professional liability and project outcomes. Analyze common contractual provisions to determine which clauses may increase exposure to cyber incidents and propose strategies to mitigate these risks. Evaluate the scope and limitations of cyber insurance policies, including coordination with professional liability coverage, to determine how a policy would respond in a breach scenario. Develop actionable risk management strategies by integrating legal, contractual, and insurance considerations to protect sensitive client and project data.
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