Atty. Guy R. DeFrances

Atty. Guy R. DeFrances

Guy R. DeFrances is a lawyer practicing estate planning, commercial law, probate and 3 other areas of law.

Meriden Meriden 67 yrs experience 67 year
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Profile Summary

About Guy R. DeFrances at a glance

Guy R. DeFrances is an Of Counsel based in Meriden, Connecticut, practicing at Brown & Welsh, P.C.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1959), U.S. District Court (1961), and U.S. Tax Court (1968). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1959) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Connecticut Bar Association. Serands clients in Meriden, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Guy R. DeFrances is a lawyer practicing estate planning, commercial law, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Guy R. received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Guy R. practices at Brown & Welsh, P.C. in Meriden, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Guy R. DeFrances's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Guy R. DeFrances handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Guy R. DeFrances is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Connecticut →

Land Use & Zoning

Guy R. DeFrances is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Connecticut →

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 Meriden 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 Guy R. DeFrances

Where is Guy R. DeFrances's law office located?
Guy R. DeFrances's law practice is located in Meriden, Connecticut. The firm is Brown & Welsh, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Guy R. DeFrances handle?
Guy R. DeFrances focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Guy R. DeFrances practiced law?
Guy R. DeFrances has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Guy R. DeFrances go to law school?
Guy R. DeFrances earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.A., 1956).
How can I contact Guy R. DeFrances for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Guy R. DeFrances received?
Guy R. DeFrances's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1959
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1956

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1959
U.S. District Court
Admitted: 1961
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1968

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