Offit Kurman

Commercial Litigation

Principal

Ingrid Johnson focuses her practice on guardianships, probate litigation, estate and trust administration, and elder law. From her office in New York City, Ingrid provides compassionate yet strategic counsel to fiduciaries, beneficiaries, tax-exempt organizations and board members navigating sensitive legal issues.

In her estates and trusts work, Ingrid represents fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and distributees in contested estate and trust proceedings, accounting proceedings, partition actions, and other trust and estate-related matters. In the area of guardianship, Ingrid advises and represents clients in both Article 81 guardianship proceedings for incapacitated individuals and 17A guardianship proceedings for individuals with developmental disabilities. Recognized for her meticulous approach, Ingrid ensures that clients are guided through every step of the process with clarity and confidence.

In probate litigation, Ingrid represents clients in contested estate matters, including will contests, and fiduciary disputes. Ingrid is adept at handling high-stakes cases involving complex family dynamics and significant assets, advocating fiercely to protect clients' rights and interests.

Rounding out her practice is Ingrid's comprehensive support in estate and trust administration, offering personalized guidance to executors, trustees, and beneficiaries. From navigating probate proceedings to resolving disputes and facilitating the smooth transfer of wealth, she ensures efficient and effective outcomes for every client.

Ingrid is widely recognized for her commitment to public service, viewing it as an essential aspect of her role as an attorney. Her dedication has earned her notable recognition, including being named a Wasserstein Public Interest Fellow by Harvard Law School and receiving the Philip Levin Public Interest Scholarship from Rutgers Law School.

Ingrid resides in New York City and enjoys the vibrancy of urban life while maintaining a deep connection to her community.

New York University School of Law (LL.M.)

Rutgers University School of Law (J.D.)

Bryn Mawr College (B.A.)