About Urda & Urda, LLP — General Legal Services New York
Urda & Urda, LLP provides experienced general legal services Ithaca residents and Tompkins County families turn to for general civil legal needs — estate planning, real estate, business matters, family law, and civil litigation. The Finger Lakes region’s mix of long-term residents, Cornell-affiliated families, and small-town entrepreneurs benefits from a firm with deep local knowledge and direct attorney access. Browse additional Ithaca Attorneys for further Tompkins County options.
The practice covers Ithaca, Lansing, Dryden, Trumansburg, and the broader Tompkins County and Finger Lakes region, with regular appearances before the Tompkins County Court at 320 N. Tioga Street, Ithaca City Court at 118 E. Clinton Street, and the Tompkins County Family Court. The county courthouse complex and the Cornell-influenced legal community make Ithaca a notable upstate legal center. General Legal Services Ithaca families and businesses need for everything from a will to a contract dispute are exactly what this firm provides.
What Clients Say
Clients describe Urda & Urda as professional, prepared, and rooted in the Ithaca community. Reviewers note clear explanations of legal options and consistent follow-through on case tasks. Estate planning clients appreciate the careful walk-through of will, trust, and New York-specific elective share considerations. Real estate clients commend efficient closings, including coordination with Cornell-affiliated buyers and sellers. The local reputation rests on attentive, experienced service.
General Legal Services — Practice Areas & Services
- Estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate handled in the Tompkins County Surrogate’s Court.
- Real estate transactions including residential closings and Cornell-area property work.
- Family law including divorce, custody, and child support in the Tompkins County Family Court.
- Civil litigation, contract disputes, and small business matters for Finger Lakes-area clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Ithaca court handles different matters?
Tompkins County Court at 320 N. Tioga Street handles felonies, civil cases up to $25,000, and shared misdemeanor jurisdiction with city, town, and village courts. Ithaca City Court at 118 E. Clinton Street handles misdemeanors, traffic, and small claims. Family Court and Surrogate’s Court are also at 320 N. Tioga.
How do New York real estate closings work?
New York is an attorney-state for residential closings. The firm represents buyers or sellers, coordinates with the title company, reviews contracts, and conducts the closing. Tompkins County title work often involves agricultural property, lakefront parcels, and Cornell-influenced residential transactions — all of which require careful review.
What does basic estate planning cost in Tompkins County?
Simple wills and standard estate plan packages are typically flat-fee. New York probate (Surrogate’s Court) is relatively efficient for straightforward estates. Trust-based plans cost more but offer privacy and out-of-state property handling. Written fee quotes follow the consultation.
Quick Facts: General Practice in Ithaca, NY
- Tompkins County population: Tompkins County, NY, has approximately 105,000 residents, with Ithaca as the county seat — U.S. Census Bureau
- Court location: Tompkins County Court sits at 320 N. Tioga Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 — NY State Courts
- Civil jurisdiction: County Court has authority to hear civil cases involving monetary awards of $25,000 or less — NY State Courts
