Team VPANY

 Rebecca is our lead paralegal and owner of VPANY, offering over 35 years of experience in the Trusts and Estates field.  Rebecca works closely with all of our clients to ensure superior work and achieve maximum client satisfaction.  Rebecca's resume includes trust and estate administration, fiduciary accounting and taxes, estate and gift taxes, and estate litigation.  Rebecca is a New York Notary Public. 

Shelby is second in command and an integral part of our team, holding exceptional customer service and document production skills.  Her keen attention to detail with her prior in-house law firm experience lends her as a great asset to our team, our clients and theirs.  In addition to Trust and Estate workups, Shelby is our team's go-to for the support required to accomplish our many goals.  Shelby holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. 

 Zulma began her career as a Real Estate Paralegal in 2010 when she worked at a solo practice emphasizing in lender representation.  Over eight years, Zulma worked for a transactional attorney representing buyers and sellers, a major national underwriter focusing on residential and commercial title, and a large foreclosure firm handling all REOs.  In 2018, Zulma joined VPANY to incorporate all of her acquired experiences and not limit herself to just one primary focus. 

 Emily joined our team in 2022, bringing with her 20 years of financial experience as a senior banker with TD Bank. In her banking career, she routinely worked with law firms relative to Trusts and Estates, which experience is now offered to our clients and theirs.  Emily is extremely dedicated to her work and provides exceptional customer care.  Emily is a New York State Notary Public. 

Jayme is a highly experienced Trust and Estate paralegal, with decades of experience in the field.  She is our primary go-to for second paralegal internal review.  

Elizabeth has over 25 years of legal and administrative experience.  Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated compassion and great care for her clients, striving for complete client satisfaction.  A quick study and able to "think outside the box", Elizabeth has become an integral part of the VPANY team.  Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Science in Administration of Justice.    Elizabeth is a Virginia Notary Public. 

 Mackenzie's outgoing personality, matched with her strong, detail-oriented work ethic, lends to providing amazing service to our clients.  Mackenzie's experience includes all aspects of Trust and Estate administration with various States, including New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania.  Multi-faceted, Mackenzie has had her hands in various genres of the legal field, including real estate, contract law, and estate planning, and has been hands-on in Human Resources.  Mackenzie holds a Bachelor of Science, and is a Pennsylvania Notary Public. 

Carrie is a detail-oriented and results-driven paralegal with a strong background in Trust and Estate Administration. Her client-focused approach is shaped by years of experience in customer service, allowing her to provide efficient, accurate support through every stage of the legal process. Carrie is committed to clear, compassionate communication, especially during sensitive and complex matters. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration, and is a Michigan Notary Public. 

Suzy began her paralegal career in 1992, and completed her paralegal studies in 2017.  Suzy has worked in-house for a Maine elderlaw attorney for 27 years (until his retirement), and then was Deputy Register of the Penobscot County Probate Court in 2018, until she went back-in house for a Bangor estate planning firm.  Suzy brings with her decades of knowledge in the Trust and Estate arena, and a treasure to our clients and theirs.  Suzy is a Maine Notary Public.

Melissa has over 12 years of experience as a Trust and Estate Paralegal. Her experience includes all aspects of Trusts and Estates from the beginning of administration to the end. She is empathetic and compassionate as she helps clients navigate after the loss of their loved ones. Melissa also has experience in business entity formation and real estate transactions. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Legal Assistant Studies and a minor in business from Ball State University. Melissa is an  Indiana Notary Public. 

Colette  holds over twenty-five years of experience in the areas of probate and trust administration, guardianship, elder law, estate planning, corporate and litigation.  Colette is our go-to for all things Floridian.  Colette holds an Associate's degree in paralegal studies. 

 Tara holds over a decade of experience in Trusts and Estates, most versed in North Carolina and Virginia law.  From A to Z, Tara handles all aspects of estate administration, trust administration, and guardianships; effectively communicating with clients and court personnel alike.  Tara holds an Associate  Degree in Paralegal Technology, and is a Virginia  Notary Public.