Atty. Michael J. Franco

Atty. Michael J. Franco

President, Student Bar Association, Vermont Law School, 1983-1985. Formerly with Hovnanian Enterprises Inc.

New Canaan New Canaan 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (475) 558-3252 Email Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Franco at a glance

Michael J. Franco is a Member based in New Canaan, Connecticut, practicing at Franco & Associates. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1985), Massachusetts (1986), New Hampshire (1987), and Connecticut (1987). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1985) and Merrimack College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Connecticut (Member, Planning and Zoning Section), Massachusetts and New Hampshire Bar Associations Rotary International. Serands clients in New Canaan, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • President, Student Bar Association, Vermont Law School, 1983-1985
  • Formerly with Hovnanian Enterprises Inc

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Franco's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael J. Franco 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.

Michael J. Franco 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.

Michael J. Franco is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →

Real Estate Law

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

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

Land Use & Zoning

Michael J. Franco is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 New Canaan 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 Michael J. Franco

Where is Michael J. Franco's law office located?
Michael J. Franco's law practice is located in New Canaan, Connecticut. The firm is Franco & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Franco handle?
Michael J. Franco focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Michael J. Franco practiced law?
Michael J. Franco has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael J. Franco go to law school?
Michael J. Franco earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Michael J. Franco for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. Franco 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 Michael J. Franco received?
Michael J. Franco's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1985
B.A.
Merrimack College
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 1985
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986
New Hampshire
Admitted: 1987
Connecticut
Admitted: 1987

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