Atty. Lisa Newfield

Atty. Lisa Newfield

Lisa Newfield is a lawyer practicing not-for-profit corporations, tax, wills & living wills and 7 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

New Haven New Haven 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Lisa Newfield at a glance

Lisa Newfield is a Partner based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Murtha Cullina LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and poa. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1995) and New York (1996). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1995) and George Washington University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lisa Newfield is a lawyer practicing not-for-profit corporations, tax, wills & living wills and 7 other areas of law
  • Lisa received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Lisa practices at Murtha Cullina LLP in New Haven, CT and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa Newfield's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Lisa Newfield 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.

Lisa Newfield is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Lisa Newfield is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Lisa Newfield is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Connecticut →

Power of Attorney

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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 Lisa Newfield

Where is Lisa Newfield's law office located?
Lisa Newfield's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Murtha Cullina LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa Newfield handle?
Lisa Newfield focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Lisa Newfield practiced law?
Lisa Newfield has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Lisa Newfield go to law school?
Lisa Newfield earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Lisa Newfield for a consultation?
You can contact Lisa Newfield 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 Lisa Newfield received?
Lisa Newfield's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1995
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1996

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