Atty. Colleen D. O'Connell

Atty. Colleen D. O'Connell

Colleen D. O'Connell is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust and estate administration, taxation.

Bedford Bedford 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Colleen D. O'Connell at a glance

Colleen D. O'Connell is a Member based in Bedford, New Hampshire, practicing at Barradale, O'Connell, Newkirk & Dwyer, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1985), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1985), and Massachusetts (1986). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D. Boston, 1985) and University of New Hampshire (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashua (President, 2006), New Hampshire (Member, Sections on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Taxation Law (Chair, 2000) Massachusetts and New Hampshire Estate Planning Counsel (Executive Committee 2003—, Secretary 2005—). Serands clients in Bedford, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Colleen D. O'Connell is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust and estate administration, taxation
  • Colleen D. received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Colleen D. practices at Barradale, O'Connell, Newkirk & Dwyer, P.A. in Bedford, NH

Practice Areas Explained

Colleen D. O'Connell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colleen D. O'Connell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Hampshire

Practicing law in New Hampshire. Legal matters in New Hampshire are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bedford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Hampshire state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Hampshire brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Hampshire courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Colleen D. O'Connell

Where is Colleen D. O'Connell's law office located?
Colleen D. O'Connell's law practice is located in Bedford, New Hampshire. The firm is Barradale, O'Connell, Newkirk & Dwyer, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colleen D. O'Connell handle?
Colleen D. O'Connell focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
How long has Colleen D. O'Connell practiced law?
Colleen D. O'Connell has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Colleen D. O'Connell go to law school?
Colleen D. O'Connell earned their education at (J.D. Boston, 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Colleen D. O'Connell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Colleen D. O'Connell received?
Colleen D. O'Connell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Boston
Suffolk University
- 1985
B.A.
University of New Hampshire
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Hampshire
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986

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