Shea & Shea
Tax, Estate Planning and Probate Attorney in CT and NY
Firm Overview
If you need an estate, tax or probate attorney, then call Shea & Shea - Tax Attorneys and Probate Estate Attorneys.
Main Office
Main
191 Post Road West
Westport CT 06880
Phone
(203) 259-7522
Fax
(203) 259-0864
Websites
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
$385
Office Information
Office Hours
Mon. — Fri. 9:00 to 6:00
Office Manager
Yes, Leslie
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Languages Spoken
No
Other Offices
Shea & Shea
500 Bridge Street
Groton
Probate
Specializing in probate, tax and estate planning, including difficult cases involving families, closely held businesses and international tax issues.
Tax lawyer, probate lawyer, estate planning lawyer for tough or simple probate or tax problems with the IRS, including non-filing or offshore accounts, non-US property and the like. We help resolve family disputes and advance planning involving probate or potential probate and estate tax matters.
Estate Planning
Tax
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
Jerry Shea
Established in 1966
License
Bar Number: 303787
Connecticut, 1985
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