Richard D. O'Donnell

Richard D. O'Donnell has been helping Westchester County property owners reduce their tax burdens for over two decades. His practice focuses exclusively on property tax grievances and assessment challenges, giving him deep expertise in local assessment practices and valuation methods. He understands the nuances of New York's property tax system and maintains current knowledge of court decisions affecting property valuations. Located in Scarsdale, O'Donnell serves property owners throughout Westchester County and surrounding areas. His experience includes residential properties from modest homes to luxury estates, as well as commercial and investment properties. He's built a reputation for thorough preparation, effective advocacy, and achieving meaningful tax reductions for his clients.

O'Donnell provides comprehensive property tax grievance services, handling the entire process from initial assessment review through formal hearings. He analyzes property assessments using comparable sales data, market trends, and property-specific factors that might warrant reductions. His approach includes detailed property inspections to identify conditions or issues that assessors might have overlooked. For commercial properties, he coordinates with certified appraisers and market analysts to build compelling cases for reduced valuations. He handles all documentation requirements, filing deadlines, and procedural aspects of grievance proceedings. His services extend to ongoing monitoring of assessments and providing advice on property improvements that might affect future tax obligations. He also represents clients in Small Claims Assessment Review proceedings and certiorari appeals to State Supreme Court when necessary.

The process starts with O'Donnell reviewing your property tax bill and gathering relevant information about your property and local market conditions. He conducts property inspections when beneficial and researches comparable sales to build your case. All necessary paperwork is prepared and filed within required deadlines. If your grievance proceeds to a hearing, he presents evidence and arguments to the Board of Assessment Review. He coordinates with expert witnesses when needed and handles all procedural requirements. Throughout the process, he keeps you informed of developments and explains the likely outcomes based on his experience with similar cases.

Richard D. O'Donnell serves property owners throughout Westchester County, including Scarsdale, White Plains, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, and surrounding communities. His deep familiarity with local assessment practices, market conditions, and municipal procedures across the county allows him to effectively represent clients in different jurisdictions with varying approaches to property valuation.