Stefanie L. DeMario-Germershausen
Top rated Estate Planning & Probate attorney in Staten Island, New York
Angiuli & Gentile, LLP
Practice areas: Estate Planning & Probate, Elder Law, Real Estate
Licensed in New York since: 2012
Education: New York Law School
Stefanie Lynn DeMario-Germershausen, partner at Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, has over 13 years of experience and leads the firm’s Estates, Trusts, Real Estate and Medicaid Departments. Her areas of concentration include probate and administration of estates, estate litigation and both 17A and Article 81 guardianship proceedings.
Additional areas of concentration for Ms. DeMario-Germershausen include estate planning and special needs planning along with assisting clients in obtaining Veteran’s benefits.
Ms. DeMario-Germershausen prides herself on helping clients achieve Medicaid eligibility, having handled complex community and institutional Medicaid cases and Fair Hearings. Her expertise with both the Medicaid rules and regulations makes her a go to attorney for both emergency and structured Medicaid planning.
Within the Real Estate Department Ms. DeMario-Germershausen guides clients as she helps them navigate sale and purchase transactions. She and her team understand that for many clients the sale of their family home or the purchase of their forever home are some of the most pivotal moments in their lives. Understanding that no two transactions are the same, Ms. DeMario-Germershausen and the entire Real Estate Department make sure to handle each transaction with a personal touch and strategic coordination.
Ms. DeMario-Germershausen is a highly accomplished attorney and was awarded the prestigious designation of “Rising Star” attorney by Super Lawyers.
Ms. DeMario-Germershausen received her Juris Doctor (J.D.) in 2011 from New York Law School and is admitted to the New York State Bar, the New Jersey Bar and the United States District Court of New Jersey. As a St. John’s University alumna, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree while serving as the President of the University’s Moot Court Association and maintaining Dean’s List status.
Ms. DeMario-Germershausen is a current board member of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce. She has served as the co-chair of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Group as well as the Secretary of the Chamber’s Business Guild III.
Practice areas
Estate Planning & Probate, Elder Law, Real Estate: Consumer- 30% Estate Planning & Probate
- 40% Elder Law
- 30% Real Estate: Consumer
First Admitted: 2011, New Jersey
Professional Webpage: https://www.aglawnyc.com/attorney/stefanie-l-demario-germers...
Bar / Professional Activity
- Richmond County Bar Association
- Richmond County Womens Bar Association
- U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
- New Jersey
- New York
Videos
- Stefanie L. DeMario, an elder law attorney at Angiuli & Gentile, answers a FAQ on the wide umbrella that elder law actually is. It covers much more than most people realize., What does elder law cover beyond Medicaid and nursing home care? | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- Paul Calandro shares his experience with Angiuli & Gentile after his father became ill. The firm helped his family navigate probate, Medicaid planning, and asset preservation with professionalism, compassion, and expertise—turning a stressful situation into a manageable one., Client Testimonial: Navigating Probate & Medicaid Planning | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- Many clients don’t realize that elder law goes beyond wills—it’s about protecting assets, preserving independence, and leaving a legacy. The goal is to keep clients informed, involved, and in control of the assets they’ve worked a lifetime to build., What Is Elder Law and Why It Matters | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- Stefanie L. DeMario, an elder law attorney at Angiuli & Gentile, answers a FAQ on the advice she gives, which is to bring parents in early to discuss options., What advice do you give families thinking about their parents’ future care? | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- Paul Mattiola shares his experience selling his family’s independent pharmacy with Angiuli & Gentile. The team guided them through a complex, emotional transaction, balancing legal details with care and support, ensuring the family felt confident every step of the way., Client Testimonial: Selling a Family Business | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- Stefanie L. DeMario, an elder law attorney at Angiuli & Gentile, answers a FAQ on the evolution of the practice of elder law. People are planning earlier and taking the advice of experienced practitioners., How has the practice of elder law evolved in recent years? | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- Stefanie L. DeMario, an elder law attorney at Angiuli & Gentile, answers a FAQ on the most common concerns raised, which are control and preservation of assets., What’s are common concerns families raise during elder law consultations? | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
- How does elder law protect seniors and families financially and legally? | Angiuli & Gentile, LLP, 2025
Pro bono / Community Service
- Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Board Member
- Secretary of the Chamber’s Business Guild III
Educational Background
- St. John's University Alumna, B.S., Honors: President, University’s Moot Court Association, Dean's List
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Staten Island’s experience reveals a growing disconnect between centralized municipal governance and the needs of smaller, community-based environments. Stefanie Lynn DeMario-Germershausen looks at how large municipal systems—particularly in New York City—often dilute accountability when one-size-fits-all policies are applied to smaller, community-driven areas., Stefanie Lynn DeMario-Germershausen, When Small Communities Face Big-City Bureaucracy, 2026
- A look at the gap between having estate planning documents and having a plan that actually functions during incapacity, family conflict, guardianship disputes, and long-term care crises. The article discusses the real-world breakdowns probate and elder law attorneys regularly see., Stefanie Lynn DeMario-Germershausen, Your Estate Plan Might Be Worthless the Moment You Need It Most, 2026
Honors
- Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Office location for Stefanie L. DeMario-Germershausen
1493 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
Phone: 718-550-0466
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2015 - 2021, 2025 - 2026