Atty. Frederick M Shortz

Atty. Frederick M Shortz

Frederick M Shortz is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, estate administration and 3 other areas of law. Frederick received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

New Britain New Britain 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Frederick M Shortz at a glance

Frederick M Shortz is a Member based in New Britain, Connecticut, practicing at Pease & Shortz, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1985) and Massachusetts (1997). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1985) and Tufts University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Connecticut (Member, Estates and Probate Section, Elder Law Section, Tax Section) and American (Member, Section of Taxation Section of Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in New Britain, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Frederick M Shortz is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, estate administration and 3 other areas of law
  • Frederick received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Frederick practices at Pease & Shortz, P.C. in New Britain, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick M Shortz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick M Shortz 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 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 New Britain 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 Frederick M Shortz

Where is Frederick M Shortz's law office located?
Frederick M Shortz's law practice is located in New Britain, Connecticut. The firm is Pease & Shortz, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick M Shortz handle?
Frederick M Shortz focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Frederick M Shortz practiced law?
Frederick M Shortz has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Frederick M Shortz go to law school?
Frederick M Shortz earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Frederick M Shortz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Frederick M Shortz received?
Frederick M Shortz's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1985
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997

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