Atty. John E Meerbergen

Atty. John E Meerbergen

John E Meerbergen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate & estate litigation, commercial real estate and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Hartford in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Greenwich Greenwich 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About John E Meerbergen at a glance

John E Meerbergen is an Of Counsel based in Greenwich, Connecticut, practicing at Ferguson Cohen LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on residential, probate, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1983). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1972) and University of Hartford (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Greenwich (Member, Sections on Family Law, Probate, Planning and Zoning), Connecticut and American Bar Associations Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Greenwich, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John E Meerbergen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate & estate litigation, commercial real estate and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Hartford in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Ferguson Cohen LLP in Greenwich, CT and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

John E Meerbergen's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Probate

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Greenwich 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 E Meerbergen

Where is John E Meerbergen's law office located?
John E Meerbergen's law practice is located in Greenwich, Connecticut. The firm is Ferguson Cohen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John E Meerbergen handle?
John E Meerbergen focuses on residential, probate, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John E Meerbergen practiced law?
John E Meerbergen has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John E Meerbergen go to law school?
John E Meerbergen earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John E Meerbergen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John E Meerbergen received?
John E Meerbergen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1972
B.A.
University of Hartford
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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