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Delia A. Dougherty

Associate
Meet Delia

Ms. Dougherty is an associate in the Firm's Estates and Trusts Group. She has a background in income tax which has made her an integral part of the Group. Additionally, she assists clients through the often tedious process of estate administration. Ms. Dougherty takes a practical approach to estate administration and assists fiduciaries in navigating the obstacles of opening and closing estates.

Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Dougherty handled various litigation matters where she developed her negotiation and mediation skills. These skills are key in the face of familial disputes. She previously served as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Charles A. Little, J.S.C.(Retired), Law Division, Superior Court of New Jersey in Camden County.

Education

L.L.M. Taxation, Temple University Beasley School of Law, 2003

J.D., Widener University, 2001

B.A., Douglass College, Rutgers University, 1998

Representative Cases

Successfully obtained a full $250,000 refund of Inheritance Tax from the State of New Jersey based on a challenge of decedent's domicile.

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.