Atty. John Philip Chiota

Atty. John Philip Chiota

John Philip Chiota is a lawyer practicing trust and estate planning, elder law, real estate and 1 other area of law. John Philip received a B.S. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Trumbull Trumbull 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About John Philip Chiota at a glance

John Philip Chiota is a trusts, estate planning, real estate, and elder law attorney based in Trumbull, Connecticut. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1968) and Florida (1986). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1968) and College of the Holy Cross (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Trumbull, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Philip Chiota is a lawyer practicing trust and estate planning, elder law, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • John Philip received a B.S. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John Philip practices in Trumbull, CT

Practice Areas Explained

John Philip Chiota's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John Philip Chiota is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Connecticut →

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.

John Philip Chiota is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

John Philip Chiota is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Trumbull 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 Philip Chiota

Where is John Philip Chiota's law office located?
John Philip Chiota's law practice is located in Trumbull, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Philip Chiota handle?
John Philip Chiota focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John Philip Chiota practiced law?
John Philip Chiota has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did John Philip Chiota go to law school?
John Philip Chiota earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact John Philip Chiota for a consultation?
You can contact John Philip Chiota 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 Philip Chiota received?
John Philip Chiota's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1968
B.S.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1968
Florida
Admitted: 1986

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