Samantha L. Beresford

Associate

Williamsville

Phone: 716.854.3400 x420

Fax: 716.276.3039

Practice Areas

Trusts & Estates

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About Me

Samantha Beresford advises individuals, families, and business owners on a broad range of estate planning and administration matters, including wealth preservation and tax-efficient wealth transfers. Her practice centers on developing tailored planning strategies aligned with each client's unique objectives, values, and long-term goals. She designs and implements comprehensive estate planning structures, including the use of wills and trusts, to minimize tax exposure, preserve optionality, and simplify administration over time. She also works closely with business owners on succession planning and strategies to preserve and transition family wealth across generations.

Samantha takes a practical, personalized approach to guiding clients through complex decisions with clarity and confidence. With a deep understanding of each client's family dynamics, financial circumstances, and long-term vision, she crafts thoughtful, tailored strategies that address both immediate priorities and multigenerational objectives.

In addition, Samantha represents individual and corporate fiduciaries in all aspects of estate and trust administration, including probate and settlement, providing steady, practical guidance through what can often be a complex and sensitive process.

Outside of her practice, Samantha enjoys spending time outdoors, including camping with her two boxers, and relaxing with her family on the lake.

Credentials & Achievements

Education:

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law, J.D.

Niagara University, B.S.

Admissions:

New York

Achievements:

Upstate New York Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2025, 2026

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, 2026

Professional Focus

Capabilities:

  • Estate Planning
  • Estate and Trust Administration
  • Private Clients
  • Wealth Preservation & Wealth Management
  • Business Succession Planning

Industries Served:

  • Professional & Business Services

Affiliations

  • New York State Bar Association

  • Bar Association of Erie County

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