Atty. John Anders Farnsworth

Atty. John Anders Farnsworth

John Anders Farnsworth is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, families and family offices, founders and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

New Haven New Haven 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About John Anders Farnsworth at a glance

John Anders Farnsworth is a Special Counsel based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Withers Bergman LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on family law, business, litigation, elder law, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1998) and New York District of Connecticut District of Massachusetts Southern, Eastern, Northern, Western Dist (2006). Educated at Suffolk University Law School (J.D., 1997) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1994). Active member of Memberships Massachusetts Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association New York Bar Association The Society of Trust and Estates Practitioners National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Anders Farnsworth is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, families and family offices, founders and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • John practices at Withers Bergman LLP in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

John Anders Farnsworth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Anders Farnsworth handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Elder Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 New Haven 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 John Anders Farnsworth

Where is John Anders Farnsworth's law office located?
John Anders Farnsworth's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Withers Bergman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Anders Farnsworth handle?
John Anders Farnsworth focuses on family law, business, litigation, elder law, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John Anders Farnsworth practiced law?
John Anders Farnsworth has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did John Anders Farnsworth go to law school?
John Anders Farnsworth earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University Law School
- 1997
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1998
New York District of Connecticut District of Massachusetts Southern, Eastern, Northern, Western Dist
Admitted: 2006

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