Cheryl Hader

Cheryl E. Hader is a Partner at Reed Smith LLP, specializing in estate planning and related legal matters.12 Her practice focuses on:

Areas of Expertise

• Domestic and international estate planning
• Probate
• Estate and trust administration
• Prenuptial matters
• Charitable planning and counseling
• Gift and income tax planning
• Will contests and estate and trust litigation

Education

Cheryl Hader has an impressive educational background:

• LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law (1991)
• J.D. from Harvard Law School (1988), cum laude
• B.A. from Yale University (1985), summa cum laude1

Professional Memberships

She is actively involved in several professional organizations:

• Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
• Member of the New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section
• Member of the New York City Bar Association
• Member of the Estate Planning Council of New York City Inc.1

Recognition and Accolades

Cheryl Hader has received numerous accolades throughout her career:

• Included in The Best Lawyers in America© for Trusts and Estates (2007-2025)
• Named to the New York Metro Super Lawyers list for Estate Planning & Probate (2006-2023)
• Ranked in Chambers High Net Worth for New York Private Wealth Law (2011-2024) and USA Private Wealth Law: Eastern Region (2011-2021)
• Recognized as a Leading Lawyer by Legalease's Legal 500 US (2013-2015)
• Named one of the Top Women Attorneys by Avenue Magazine (2011)1

Cheryl Hader's LinkedIn profile confirms her position as a partner at Reed Smith LLP, aligning with the information provided about her professional background and expertise.2