Atty. Douglas H. "Doug" Olin

Atty. Douglas H. "Doug" Olin

Douglas H. Olin is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood's Private Clients Group and is based in the Greenwich office.

Greenwich Greenwich 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Douglas H. "Doug" Olin at a glance

Douglas H. "Doug" Olin is a trusts attorney based in Greenwich, Connecticut, practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1994) and New York (1994). Educated at New York University (—, 1995) and New York University (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chambers and Partners, High Net Worth Guide, 2016 - Present (2026). Serands clients in Greenwich, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Douglas H. Olin is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood's Private Clients Group and is based in the Greenwich office
  • Doug joined Cummings & Lockwood in 1999 and became a Principal in 2001
  • His practice focuses on estate planning, family business succession planning, and estate and trust administration
  • Doug speaks frequently on estate and tax planning topics before both lawyer and non-lawyer audiences

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas H. "Doug" Olin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas H. "Doug" Olin 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 Douglas H. "Doug" Olin

Where is Douglas H. "Doug" Olin's law office located?
Douglas H. "Doug" Olin'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 Douglas H. "Doug" Olin handle?
Douglas H. "Doug" Olin focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Douglas H. "Doug" Olin practiced law?
Douglas H. "Doug" Olin has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Douglas H. "Doug" Olin go to law school?
Douglas H. "Doug" Olin earned their education at (—, 1995); (J.D., 1993); (—, 1990).
How can I contact Douglas H. "Doug" Olin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas H. "Doug" Olin received?
Douglas H. "Doug" Olin's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers and Partners, High Net Worth Guide, 2016 - Present; Best Lawyers in America — Fairfield County Business Journal, "40 Under 40" Award, 2006.

Practice Areas

Education

New York University
- 1995
J.D.
New York University
- 1993
Emory University
- 1990

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers and Partners, High Net Worth Guide, 2016 - Present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fairfield County Business Journal, "40 Under 40" Award, 2006
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1994
New York
Admitted: 1994

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