Brookfield Estate Planning Lawyers

Carmine was admitted to the Connecticut Bar in 2005, the U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut in 2005, and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in 2011.

Carmine is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association Elder Law Section and a member of the Connecticut Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (N.A.E.L.A). For the sixth year in a row, Carmine was selected as a New England Elder Law “Rising Star” by New England Super Lawyers magazine.

In 2011, Carmine was appointed to the Probate Court Rules Advisory Committee. The Committee drafted new rules and revised existing rules...

Attorney Jeff Rivard is enthusiastic about meeting new people and is interested to learn all he can about you and your situation. And we are confident that you once you get to know Jeff, that you will discover he is precisely the type of person you are looking to for guidance on your estate planning needs. Among his estate and long-term care planning skills, are helping you create plans for a solid, secure future that ultimately give you peace of mind. Jeff also heads up our Estate Administration Department and can help provide you the care and confidence (especially during this...

My practice includes both planning for individuals (estate planning and administration, elder law, planning for those with disabilities) and advising nonprofit organizations. Some items of note: I have been given the designation "Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation, after completing the Foundation's requirements. I am also a member of the Special Needs Alliance, an invitation-only organization dedicated to the concerns of individuals with disabilities and their families. I have been designated "Superlawyer" by my peers for many years, including among the top 25 women lawyers in the state in 2011, 2020, and...

I am an experienced attorney and work diligently to provide my clients and their families with peace of mind. I handle Estate Planning and Probate matters throughout Connecticut and New York, and Tax Law matters worldwide.

I am widely regarded as one of the foremost authorities on the legal and tax challenges faced by entrepreneurs and privately-owned businesses in America. Originally from Yonkers, New York, I gained prominence as the host of MoneyHunt, a dynamic reality TV show for entrepreneurs that was broadcast on PBS across the country from 1994 to 2003. My weekly syndicated newspaper column, Succeeding in Your Business, often referred to as the “Ann Landers of the business world,” is featured in numerous major newspapers and business websites across North America (www.succeedinginyourbusiness.com). Additionally, I run a small business legal channel on YouTube and regularly...

Rose A. Blondin Shea graduated Summa Cum Laude from Emmanuel College in 2011 and Cum Laude from Suffolk University Law School in 2014. She was born and raised in Litchfield, Connecticut, graduating from Saint Paul Catholic High School in 2007.

Her primary areas of practice include Nonprofit law, Small business law, LLC Formation & Dissolution, Bankruptcy, Estate planning and Real estate law. Rose is also a member of the Connecticut and Litchfield County Bar Association. She is married to Torrington Optometrist Dr. Michael Shea of Blondin Shea Eye Care LLC.

Aleksandr ("Alex") Y. Troyb relies on his diverse background to advise clients on various aspects of immigration, residential and commercial real estate as well as residential and commercial financing. In addition, Alex assists clients with civil litigation, business entity formation, construction and development law, estate planning and probate administration. Alex is licensed to practice in Connecticut and New York courts, as well as the Federal District Court for the District of Connecticut. Alex serves as the President of the Fairfield County Bar Association, where he also serves as chair of the Real Estate Committee. In addition, Alex...

Bernard T. Kennedy III achieved his Doctor of Juris Prudence (J.D.) in 2018 and was admitted to the Connecticut State Bar in 2019. Attorney Kennedy has extensive experience serving clients throughout Connecticut, including child advocacy, family law, and litigation in Hartford, business planning in Willimantic, and business and estate planning in Branford. Bernard is a skilled lawyer who handles intricate matters for individuals and small businesses. He is deeply committed to ensuring his clients feel appreciated, heard, and valued. — Savvy Small Business Planning — Attorney Kennedy recognizes the immense efforts small business owners require to establish and sustain a...

Whether you are caring for an ill spouse and worried about losing your savings to pay for long term care, or you have decided to put your estate plan together to protect your family’s future, Lara will reduce the stress that often accompanies such financial and medical care challenges.

She will also draft your Will, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives and estate tax documents so you can relax knowing that your estate planning is done according to your specific wishes.

With more than 15 years of experience assisting people who are in need of estate planning, asset protection and Medicaid planning,...

Damon Kirschbaum is the founder and managing attorney of Kirschbaum Law Group, LLC. For more than 19 years, he has been helping clients solve important and difficult legal problems.

Attorney Paul J. Knierim practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, estate and trust administration, and resolution of probate disputes. Paul, a retired probate judge, brings unparalleled problem-solving strategies to bear on even the most complex of issues. He also serves as a mediator to help families to resolve disputes outside of court. Paul's experience includes more than two decades of service in the judiciary. He served for 12 years as judge of the Simsbury Probate Court. In 2008, the Chief Justice appointed Paul to lead the state’s Probate Courts as Probate Court Administrator, a role he served until 2019....

Attorney Paul Kelly of Frontlaw from Wethersfield, CT 06109 has conducted business acquisitions for Commercial buyers and sellers to include: negotiating Purchase and Sale Agreements, Promissory Notes and Commercial leases. Attorney Kelly represents creditors and/or debtors in Superior Court to obtain Monetary Judgments, conducts collection services for judgment creditors, provides representation in Court to both Residential and Commercial Property Owners with lease disputes that include breach of contract, nuisance, non-payment. Paul Kelly, Esq., represents tenants to recoup security deposit plus double damages. Attorney Kelly Frontlaw drafts documents for estate planning including Wills, Trusts and Power of Attorney. Attorney Paul Kelly...

If you are looking for an attorney in Hartford, you have come to the right place! Carlson & Dumeer law office has earned its highly-respected reputation and is just the law firm for you. Attorney Scott Carlson attended Roger Williams University, where he earned his undergraduate degree. He later obtained his Juris Doctorate from Roger Williams University School of Law. The team at this law office is equipped and qualified to stand beside you and support you at this time in your life. They are associated with the American Association for Justice, the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, and the Connecticut...

Joan Reed Wilson received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Lehigh University in 1992 and her law degree from Boston University School of Law, cum laude, in 1997, where she served as Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Law & Medicine. Attorney Wilson practices in the areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Conservatorships, Probate and Trust Administration, and Real Estate Closings. Admitted to practice in the States of Connecticut and California, she is the Vice President of the CT Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), an active member of the Elder Law...

Susan M. Maya graduated Magna Cum Laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law where she attended as a Dean’s Scholar. While at Quinnipiac she received seven outstanding academic achievement awards. Ms. Maya was an academic invitee on the Quinnipiac Law Review where she held the position of Associate Editor. Ms. Maya graduated Magna Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Binghamton. Ms. Maya practices in the areas of Trusts and Estates, Special Education Law, and Executive Compensation Law. She is admitted to practice in New York and Connecticut. She lives with her family in Westport, CT.

Attorney Rosenberg’s choice to focus on the practice of Elder Law through a client-centered approach is the culmination of years of diverse professional passions. A Cum Laude graduate and President’s Scholarship recipient at New England Law | Boston, Scott continued his studies in sophisticated estate and tax planning techniques with postgrad work at Boston University School of Law, initially practicing in his area. After several years of practice and seeing the increasing prevalence of long-term care issues in his clients, he that a more exclusive focus on elder law would allow him to incorporate his long-held interests in...

We are a boutique law firm providing clients in Connecticut and New York with individualized service in the areas of real estate, taxation, estate planning and business law. Attorney Aron performs all of the legal work for the firm's clients and takes appointments after normal business hours and on weekends. In Connecticut, we service all of Fairfield County including the areas of Westport, Weston, Wilton, Fairfield, Southport, Norwalk, Rowayton, Stamford, Greenwich, Easton, Danbury, Bridgeport, Stratford, Trumbull, Bethel, Danbury, Redding, Newtown, Shelton, Stratford, and Ridgefield. We also serve Connecticut clients in New Haven County, Hartford County and...

Balancing everyday responsibilities and expectations can be challenging when you are caring for a loved one living with a disability. Add estate or special needs planning for the future into the mix, and it may feel utterly overwhelming. Attorney Colleen Masse understands what you are feeling and can guide you through your planning process in a straightforward and compassionate manner. As Chair of our Special Needs Planning department and the Fiduciary Services department, Colleen can help you with a wide array of planning needs. She can partner with you on creating your comprehensive estate plan or laying out long-term care...

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Knowledge. Experience. Compassion. When you meet with Erin, you’ll quickly see that what she accomplishes for you is much more than simply drafting legal documents. Under Erin’s kind and gentle demeanor is an experienced attorney who will take great strides to understand your objectives. After all, your plan must be tailored to meet your specific circumstances, and your personal wishes. Who is the right person to make financial or healthcare decisions for you? Who should you choose to serve as trustee? How can you leave money to a beneficiary with creditor or other issues? Erin will take the time to guide...

As part of the litigation team at Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri team, Nicole will work to protect you and advocate for you during a vulnerable time in your life. When you meet with Nicole, you’ll see that she takes the time to learn about you, your unique situation, and will answer your questions in plain English. Nicole’s goal is to make sure that you understand your options and feel comfortable with your choices. In addition to her keen attention to detail, Nicole’s clients have commented on her ability to bring them peace of mind during the litigation process. ...

A native of Connecticut, Adrian Mark Baron is a partner in the law office of Podorowsky, Thompson & Baron. Attorney Baron has been profiled by various publications including the distinguished New York Law Journal, publications of the American Bar Association,the New Britain Herald, Boston's White Eagle News and the Pace Law School Alumni Magazine He is currently the co-author of a weekly legal issues column appearing throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts that reaches an estimated 25,000 readers. His views on Immigration reform, Polish-American relations, and other topical issues have been published in such wide forums as the New York Post, the...

Charles Kurmay has nearly two decades of legal experience. He began his career as a judicial law clerk and public defender, gaining a valuable foundation of trial skills and experience. His firm now offers services in a broad range of civil and criminal practice areas, including business law, international law, personal injury, probate and real estate. A native of Stratford, Connecticut, Mr. Kurmay is well-respected in the local community for the high quality of his legal advocacy. His extensive experience in state and federal court equips him to handle large, complex cases with ease. Mr. Kurmay is active in...

After working in the area of insurance defense in Stamford, Connecticut after law school, Mr. Moyher joined a law firm in New York focusing on the area of commercial litigation. During his three years in New York Mr. Moyher represented clients which included both multi-million dollar corporations and boutiques in a variety of litigation issues. Mr. Moyher’s litigation skills were honed and tested in all five boroughs of New York City, Westchester and Long Island, NY. Today Mr. Moyher is an Associate in the Westport, Connecticut office of Maya Murphy, P.C. where he focuses primarily on civil litigation (breach...

Daniel O. Tully, Esq. is a former Assistant Attorney General for the State of Connecticut and lectures on Elder Law, Total Care Planning, estate administration and estate planning for the elderly with long term medical needs. Attorney Tully is a former member of Board of Directors of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Attorney Tully is one of only three Connecticut Attorneys ever elected to the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Board of Directors. He served two consecutive terms. A founding member, and former member as the National Chairman of the National Academy of Elder Law...

Attorney Karpe has multi-jurisdictional and multi-faceted experience for effectively representing clients in estate planning, elder law, probate, personal injury, workers’ compensation, professional liability, family law and criminal defense cases. With regard to estate planning and elder law, Attorney Karpe furthered his education and knowledge by obtaining his Master of Laws degree (LL.M.). The LL.M. degree indicates that an attorney has acquired advanced, specialized legal training beyond law school. Attorney Karpe focused his Master of Laws degree specifically on estate planning and elder law. In 1985, Attorney Karpe began practicing law in Colorado representing clients in personal injury and workers’ compensation matters. To...

I started a business at 25 with two partners, knowing very little about the industry (a dental group). We grew the brand to over 40 locations across the Northeast before consummating a private equity sale. During that time my passion for business and law grew, thus I attended Western New England University School of Law at night. Now, having passed the CT State Bar, I am using my business experience in helping fellow entrepreneurs, business owners and families at all stages of business. Additionally, due to the significant overlap with Estate Planning, I have tailored my...

Van Dyke Law, LLC is a boutique law firm handling real estate closings and personal injury litigation throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts. We handle every type of real estate transaction - purchases, sales, short sales, and refinances - and handle personal injury litigation in both State and Federal courts.

Van Dyke Law, LLC, leverages cutting edge technology to provide the best customer service to our clients. With offices strategically located in West Hartford, Glastonbury, and Enfield, Connecticut, Van Dyke Law, LLC is able to meet with its clients wherever, and whenever, it's most convenient for them.

Attorney Jeremiah N. Ollennu has dedicated his legal career to divorce mediation and resolving family disputes. Since 2008, he has ounseled couples in divorce, and mediated some of the most difficult divorce cases in Connecticut. The firm also represents clients in custody and chuld support cases. Our experience includes litigation and resolution of alimony claims, contempt and property settlement enforcement, post-judgment modification, and grandparents’ rights. The best way to resolve family disputes is through mediation, which give you the greatest freedom to workout family differences. Attorney Ollennu zealously advocates in traditional divorce cases whenever necessary. He is regularly...

Attorney White was born and raised in New Haven, Connecticut. After graduation from Fordham University, he worked in commercial finance in New York City before attending Quinnipiac University School of Law. Upon graduation he served as a clerk in the Superior Court in both the criminal and civil divisions. Prior to forming Doyon & White Law Group, Attorney White practiced at a mid-size firm in Hamden, Connecticut where he mainly handled criminal defense, habeas cases, and civil litigation matters. Attorney White’s experience arguing before jury trials and court trials has led to winning favorable results for his clients on many occasions....

Attorney Thomas's practice encompasses real estate law, civil litigation, foreclosure law, landlord and tenant law, business formations and law, trusts and estates, immigration and probate.

After spending the last twelve years serving clients as the managing member of the Law Office of Lukas J. Thomas, LLC, Attorney Thomas committed to a strategic merger with Owen, Schine & Nicola, PC that will undoubtedly strengthen and expand the legal services and offerings to clients of the firm throughout Connecticut. Attorney Thomas currently serves as the District Attorney for the Georgetown Fire District and has served as Assistant Town Attorney for the Town of...

Attorney Shari-Lynn Cuomo Shore is a Partner and Owner of Wolf & Shore, LLC and is experienced in family law, estate planning, juvenile law, probate matters and residential closings. She was admitted to practice in the State of Connecticut in 2008. Prior to opening Wolf & Shore, LLC, Attorney Shore was a partner at a small general practice firm in Orange, Connecticut. Attorney Shore worked in the Schenectady County District Attorney’s Office during law school, where she focused primarily in appellate practice and the Special Victims Unit. During college, Attorney Shore interned at a Connecticut G.A. court...