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Atty. Day R Shields

Atty. Day R Shields

Day R Shields is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust law and 1 other area of law. Day received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Greenwich Greenwich 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Day R Shields at a glance

Day R Shields is a trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax attorney based in Greenwich, Connecticut. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in New York (1973) and Connecticut (1984). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1972) and Yale University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Greenwich, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Day R Shields is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust law and 1 other area of law
  • Day received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Day practices in Greenwich, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Day R Shields's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Day R Shields 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.

Day R Shields is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Tax Law

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

Day R Shields is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Connecticut →

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 Day R Shields

Where is Day R Shields's law office located?
Day R Shields's law practice is located in Greenwich, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Day R Shields handle?
Day R Shields focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Day R Shields practiced law?
Day R Shields has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Day R Shields go to law school?
Day R Shields earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Day R Shields for a consultation?
You can contact Day R Shields directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Day R Shields received?
Day R Shields's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1972
B.A.
Yale University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
Connecticut
Admitted: 1984

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