Atty. George Lewis Smith
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.
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George Lewis Smith is a Counsel based in Greenwich, Connecticut, practicing at Cummings & Lockwood LLC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts and probate. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), Florida (1985), and Connecticut (1988). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1981) and Trinity College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut. Serands clients in Greenwich, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- 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 Professional Recognition • fellow, American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel, 2001 - Present • The Best Lawyers in America for Trusts & Estates Law, 2006 - Present • New England Super Lawyers for Estate Planning & Probate, 2006 - Present • Fellows of the American Bar Foundation, 2020 - Present • Chambers and Partners, High Net Worth, 2021 - Present Articles/Publications/Presentations • Speaker, Estate Administration, Greenwich Bar Association • Speaker, Connecticut Bar Association - Various Topics on Estate Planning & Administration • Speaker, Estate Planning, Stamford Regional Bar Association • Speaker, Will Awareness, Archdiocese of New York • Speaker, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, 2024 Annual Meeting Symposium
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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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