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Atty. John J Gillies

Atty. John J Gillies

John J Gillies is a lawyer practicing business, financial markets and services, variable insurance products and 2 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About John J Gillies at a glance

John J Gillies is an Attorney based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1972) and Connecticut (1979). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 1971) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hartford County, Connecticut and American Bar Associations American College of Investment Counsel American College of Real Estate Lawyers. Serands clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John J Gillies is a lawyer practicing business, financial markets and services, variable insurance products and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Dechert LLP in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

John J Gillies's Areas of Practice

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

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.

John J Gillies is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Connecticut →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

John J Gillies is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 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 J Gillies

Where is John J Gillies's law office located?
John J Gillies's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Dechert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J Gillies handle?
John J Gillies focuses on business, real estate, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John J Gillies practiced law?
John J Gillies has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John J Gillies go to law school?
John J Gillies earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact John J Gillies for a consultation?
You can contact John J Gillies 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 J Gillies received?
John J Gillies's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 1971
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1972
Connecticut
Admitted: 1979

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