Atty. Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald

Atty. Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald

Daniel P. Fitzgerald is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood's Private Clients Group and Principal-in-Charge of the Greenwich office.

Greenwich Greenwich 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald at a glance

Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald is a trusts attorney based in Greenwich, Connecticut, practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2006) and New York (2007). Educated at New York University (LL.M. in Taxation, 2009) and Syracuse University (J.D., 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers, Rising State in Estate Planning, 2011 - Present (2026). Serands clients in Greenwich, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Daniel P. Fitzgerald is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood's Private Clients Group and Principal-in-Charge of the Greenwich office
  • His practice focuses on estate planning, estate administration, taxation, partnerships, probate litigation and defending tax audits
  • Dan's extensive estate administration experience allows him to develop estate plans that address issues and concerns before they become problematic
  • He has worked with a broad range of finance, accounting, hedge fund and private equity professionals, as well as artists and entrepreneurs
  • Dan has developed comprehensive estate plans to assist members of many generations in their wealth transfer protection and planning
  • Dan is the Chair of the Firm's Marketing Committee and former principal-in-charge of the Firm’s Continuing Legal Education Program and the Private Clients Group Associate Training Program

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Greenwich are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald

Where is Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald's law office located?
Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald's law practice is located in Greenwich, Connecticut. The firm is Cummings & Lockwood LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald handle?
Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald practiced law?
Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald go to law school?
Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald earned their education at (LL.M. in Taxation, 2009); (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald received?
Daniel P. "Dan" Fitzgerald's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers, Rising State in Estate Planning, 2011 - Present; Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Law Tribune, New Leaders in the Law, 2013; Best Lawyers in America — Fairfield County Business Journal, "40 Under 40" Award, 2012.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.M. in Taxation
New York University
- 2009
J.D.
Syracuse University
- 2006
B.A.
Lafayette College
- 2003

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers, Rising State in Estate Planning, 2011 - Present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Law Tribune, New Leaders in the Law, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fairfield County Business Journal, "40 Under 40" Award, 2012
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2006
New York
Admitted: 2007

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