Atty. William Ian McLachlan

Atty. William Ian McLachlan

William Ian McLachlan is a lawyer practicing family, tax, divorce / separation. William received a B.A. degree from Royal Military College, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Stamford Stamford 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About William Ian McLachlan at a glance

William Ian McLachlan is a divorce, family law, and tax attorney based in Stamford, Connecticut. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in New York (1980). Educated at University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada LL.B. (—) and Royal Military College, Kingston, Ontario, Canada B.A. (—). Serands clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Ian McLachlan is a lawyer practicing family, tax, divorce / separation
  • William received a B.A. degree from Royal Military College, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices in Stamford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

William Ian McLachlan's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Tax Law

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

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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 Stamford 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 Ian McLachlan

Where is William Ian McLachlan's law office located?
William Ian McLachlan's law practice is located in Stamford, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Ian McLachlan handle?
William Ian McLachlan focuses on divorce, family law, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has William Ian McLachlan practiced law?
William Ian McLachlan has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William Ian McLachlan go to law school?
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Education

University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada LL.B.
- In Progress
Royal Military College, Kingston, Ontario, Canada B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980

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