Atty. John Connery Heffernan

Atty. John Connery Heffernan

John Connery Heffernan is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate, family law and 4 other areas of law. John Connery received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1966, and has been licensed for 53 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Connery Heffernan at a glance

John Connery Heffernan is a Member based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Heffernan & Associates LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1974), U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals (1982), and U.S . Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1973) and Fairfield University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hartford County, Connecticut and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Connery Heffernan is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate, family law and 4 other areas of law
  • John Connery received a B.A. degree from Fairfield University in 1966, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John Connery practices at Heffernan & Associates LLP in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

John Connery Heffernan's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

John Connery Heffernan is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Connecticut →

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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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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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 Hartford 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 Connery Heffernan

Where is John Connery Heffernan's law office located?
John Connery Heffernan's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Heffernan & Associates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Connery Heffernan handle?
John Connery Heffernan focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John Connery Heffernan practiced law?
John Connery Heffernan has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John Connery Heffernan go to law school?
John Connery Heffernan earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact John Connery Heffernan for a consultation?
You can contact John Connery Heffernan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Connery Heffernan received?
John Connery Heffernan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1973
B.A.
Fairfield University
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals
Admitted: 1982
U.S . Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court
Admitted: 1996

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