Atty. Greta E. Solomon
Greta E. Solomon is a principal and chair of Cohen and Wolf's Trusts & Estates, Elder Law, and Tax Groups.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Bridgeport, CT
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About Greta E. Solomon at a Glance
Greta E. Solomon is a trusts, tax, and elder law attorney based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, practicing at Cohen and Wolf PC. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut, New York, New York, Florida, Florida, and United States, US Tax Court. Educated at New York University (LL.M in Taxation, 1977) and University of Connecticut (J.D., 1976). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serves clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Greta E. Solomon
- Greta E. Solomon is a principal and chair of Cohen and Wolf's Trusts & Estates, Elder Law, and Tax Groups
- Ms. Solomon has been assisting clients in the areas of estate planning, elder law, and probate administration (including estates, trusts, conservatorships, guardianship, etc.) for more than 30 years
- Her in-depth knowledge of the tax codes and sophisticated estate planning techniques allows her to provide counsel on complex estate matters
- Ms. Solomon also has experience in retirement planning and representing clients with regards to operational issues in connection with their defined benefit and defined contribution retirement plans
- This representation includes municipalities with respect to both their union and non-union plans
- She divides her time between the Firm's Bridgeport and Westport offices
- Ms. Solomon has extensive experience helping families and individuals with special needs planning, paying particular attention to the unique challenges that face these families
- Her work with special needs families is aimed at protecting assets through use of special needs trusts, and includes preparing documents for guardianship, powers of attorney and others tailored to each family’s needs
- In addition, Ms. Solomon assists same-sex couples and members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community with their legal needs
- Ms. Solomon is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC)
- She is also a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)
- Ms. Solomon serves on the executive committee of the Estates and Probate Section of the Connecticut Bar Association
- She is a frequent lecturer on topics related to estate planning and special needs trusts
- She regularly participates in continuing legal education programs sponsored by the Connecticut Bar Association and the Bridgeport Bar Association and was a guest lecturer at the University of Connecticut School of Law at its estate planning seminar for third-year law students
- She is also a member of the Bridgeport Bar Association and once served on its executive committee
- Active in the community, Ms. Solomon has served on the boards of the Jewish Community Center for Community Services (JCCS), the Jewish Home for the Elderly in Fairfield, the Jewish Community Foundation in Bridgeport, and the Center for Women and Families
- Ms. Solomon also chaired the distribution committee of the Greater Bridgeport Area Foundation and served on its board of directors
- Ms. Solomon has received numerous awards for her civic involvement
- She was the recipient of the A.O
- Samuels Young Leadership Award from the Jewish Federation of Bridgeport and was named the "Woman of the Year" in 1989 from the Women's Network of Greater Bridgeport
- In addition, Ms. Solomon was honored by the Bridgeport Regional Business Council with the Susan L. Davis award and the Conference of Women's Organizations in Bridgeport, Connecticut, as well as the Girl Scouts, Housatonic Council
- She is named to Connecticut Super Lawyers (2007-2018) for her work in the area of Estate & Probate, and was selected as a "Top 25 Women Connecticut Super Lawyer" (2013-2019) and as a "Top 50 Women New England Super Lawyer" (2016-2018)
- She is listed in The Best Lawyers in America© (2013-2019) for her work in the areas of Tax Law, Elder Law and Trusts and Estates
- Ms. Solomon received her A.B. in 1973 from Smith College and her J.D. with honors in 1976 from the University of Connecticut School of Law
- She received an LL.M. (in Taxation) from New York University in 1977
Practice Areas Explained
Greta E. Solomon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Greta E. Solomon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bridgeport.
Trusts in Bridgeport
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Tax Law in Bridgeport
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Elder Law in Bridgeport
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bridgeport
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 Bridgeport 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 venue, 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.
Bridgeport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bridgeport-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bridgeport Choose Greta E. Solomon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Greta E. Solomon's practice in the field of trusts, tax, and elder law.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, Connecticut, New York, New York, and Florida, Florida, Greta E. Solomon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, tax, and elder law, Greta E. Solomon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bridgeport
A Bridgeport-based practice means Greta E. Solomon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Greta E. Solomon Handles in Bridgeport
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