Shea & Shea

Estate Planning and Probate/Trusts in NY and CT

This lawyer is licensed to practice in Connecticut and has no record of discipline from the Connecticut bar association.*

Firm Overview

Results driven Estate Planning, Tax, Probate, Wills, Trusts, Family Law, Real Estate and Family Foundations.

Example cases

Estate Planning — plan for large international estate that eliminated taxes while retaining control (we do small estates too!). Will Contest — Achieved major victory for companion where there was no will.

Main Office

Main
P.O. Box 577
Southport CT 06890

Phone

(203) 259-7522

Fax

(203) 259-0864

Websites

http://www.shea.com

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes. One hour.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

Yes. Many estates and wills are on a fixed fee basis. Advanced planning and litigation is on an hourly or contingency (no up-front cost) basis.

Hourly Rates

$325

Office Information

Office Hours

Mon. — Fri. 9:00 to 6:00

Office Manager

Yes, Donna

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Languages Spoken

Is your firm willing to help a client with one discrete part of a case, without taking on the whole case?

Yes

What are your policies about dividing work within the firm to make the process most cost-effective for the client?

We allocate work to achieve the most efficient and cost effective result for the client.

How frequently does your firm use mediation, arbitration, or collaborative law to resolve cases?

Where indicated, we use mediation. However, many times you have to be tough. Depends on the situation.

Does your firm provide pro bono legal services or otherwise participate in your community?

Yes

What distinguishes your law firm from others?

We get results at a minimal cost. We solve problems.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Great. An educated client is a happy client.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Yes

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

Sometimes yes and sometimes no. Depends on the case

Gerry Shea

Established in 1992 as successor to firm started in 1966