Atty. William A. Childress

Atty. William A. Childress

William A. Childress is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estate planning law, probate law and 1 other area of law.

Old Saybrook Old Saybrook 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About William A. Childress at a glance

William A. Childress is a Member based in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, practicing at William A. Childress. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1969) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1970). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1969) and Princeton University (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut Bar Association. Serands clients in Old Saybrook, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William A. Childress is a lawyer practicing real estate law, estate planning law, probate law and 1 other area of law
  • William A. received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • William A. practices at William A. Childress in Old Saybrook, CT

Practice Areas Explained

William A. Childress's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

William A. Childress is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

William A. Childress 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.

William A. Childress is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Connecticut →

Land Use & Zoning

William A. Childress 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 Old Saybrook 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 William A. Childress

Where is William A. Childress's law office located?
William A. Childress's law practice is located in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. The firm is William A. Childress. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A. Childress handle?
William A. Childress focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has William A. Childress practiced law?
William A. Childress has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did William A. Childress go to law school?
William A. Childress earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (A.B., 1966).
How can I contact William A. Childress for a consultation?
You can contact William A. Childress 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 William A. Childress received?
William A. Childress's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1969
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1970

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