About Linda
Linda Stravalaci-Grear practices estate planning law at Plafzgraf, Beinhauer & Menzies, LLP in Buffalo, New York. She has been a partner at the firm since 2017 and serves as the chairperson of the estate department, a position she has held since 2001. The firm specializes in estate planning, probate, and elder law, providing comprehensive legal services to clients throughout the region. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Akron School of Law in 1994. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the State University of New York - College at Buffalo in 1991.
Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her legal career, which began shortly after she graduated from law school. Most of her work involves drafting wills, establishing trusts, and handling the requirements of probate proceedings. She also assists clients with elder law matters, including guardianship and Medicaid planning. Cases typically involve detailed discussions with clients about their wishes and the best strategies to protect their assets and ensure their legacy. Before joining Plafzgraf, Beinhauer & Menzies, LLP, she worked as an associate attorney at another firm, where she worked in estate and probate law.
Her extensive background in the field gave her the skills necessary to handle many legal issues related to estate planning. Linda is an active member of several legal organizations. She serves as a district delegate for the Elder Law and Special Needs Section of the New York State Bar. Additionally, she is a member of the Bar Association of Erie County, where she participates in the Surrogate’s Court and Elder Law Committees. Her involvement in these associations keeps her informed about the latest developments in the law and enhances her ability to serve her clients effectively.
She is also affiliated with the Niagara County Bar Association and has served as a clerk for the Niagara Frontier Alumni Chapter of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Linda Stravalaci-Grear's commitment to her clients and her active participation in the legal community reflect her dedication to the practice of law and her desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.
