Atty. James T. Canivan

Atty. James T. Canivan

James T. Canivan is a lawyer practicing trusts and estate law, elder care, business law and 1 other area of law.

Glastonbury Glastonbury 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About James T. Canivan at a glance

James T. Canivan is a Member based in Glastonbury, Connecticut, practicing at James T. Canivan. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, business, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1962). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1962) and Trinity College (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Glastonbury, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James T. Canivan is a lawyer practicing trusts and estate law, elder care, business law and 1 other area of law
  • James T. received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James T. practices at James T. Canivan in Glastonbury, CT

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Canivan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James T. Canivan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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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.

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Elder Law

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 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 Glastonbury 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 James T. Canivan

Where is James T. Canivan's law office located?
James T. Canivan's law practice is located in Glastonbury, Connecticut. The firm is James T. Canivan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Canivan handle?
James T. Canivan focuses on residential, trusts, business, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has James T. Canivan practiced law?
James T. Canivan has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James T. Canivan go to law school?
James T. Canivan earned their education at (J.D., 1962); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact James T. Canivan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James T. Canivan received?
James T. Canivan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1962
B.A.
Trinity College
- 1959

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1962

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