Carolyn R. Caufield

Litigation - Trusts and Estates Trusts and Estates

4.0 (1 reviews)

New York, New York

15+ years experience

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

212-592-1400

https://www.herrick.com/carolyn-r-caufield/

Two Park Avenue New York NY US

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Bio

Carolyn R. Caufield is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Trusts and Estates. Carolyn R., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Carolyn R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

New York

State Capital

Albany

Highest Court

New York Court of Appeals

Bar Association

New York State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Trusts and Estates Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Practice Area: Nonprofit / Charities Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010

Education

New York University, J.D., graduated 1983

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Reviews

John Adams

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex estate dispute

Our family retained Carolyn Caufield after a contentious disagreement arose regarding the administration of my late father's trust. The opposing party was represented by aggressive counsel, and the situation was emotionally charged. Carolyn's deep expertise in trusts and estates litigation was immediately evident. She navigated the intricate New York statutes with precision and provided a clear, strategic roadmap from the outset. Her recognition by Best Lawyers in both Trusts and Estates and the litigation side of that practice was well-earned; her arguments were formidable yet measured. She successfully guided us to a favorable settlement that preserved family relationships, which was our paramount goal. Her advice on the charitable aspects of the estate was also invaluable. If there was one minor critique, it would be that during particularly busy periods, response times from her junior associates could occasionally lag, though Carolyn herself was always accessible for critical matters. Overall, her 15 years of focused experience in this niche were the decisive factor in our positive outcome. We felt thoroughly represented by a true authority at Herrick Feinstein.