Atty. George L. Smith
George L. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates.
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George L. Smith is a trusts attorney based in Greenwich, Connecticut, practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association (1982), Florida, The Florida Bar (1985), and Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association (1988). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning (2026). Serands clients in Greenwich, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- George L. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates
- George L., who practices law in Greenwich, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2006
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which George L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
- George practices in all areas of estate and trust planning and administration, including advising individuals on the tax consequences associated with planning for the disposition of assets
- In addition to representing individuals in their estate planning matters, he represents individuals, banks, and trust companies serving in fiduciary capacities
- Mr. Smith also assists individuals in designing charitable giving plans
- He is admitted to practice law in Connecticut, New York, and Florida and is a member of the bar association in each of these states
- He is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and an ex-officio member of the Executive Committee of the Estates and Probate Section of the Connecticut Bar Association
- In addition, he is an Emeritus Professional Advisor of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Professional Advisory Council
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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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