Practice areas
We handle a large array of estate planning matters, from simple wills to Medicaid / Title 19 matters, to probate avoidance trusts, to more complex lifetime and "dynasty" trusts. As the mother of 2 Special Needs children, we have a particular interest in helping those with a special needs relative. We also have a probate department to assist those in need of Probate Administration and Trust Administration in a caring and expeditious manner. We represent families in NY and CT.
34 years
We handle probate and trust administration, both for long term clients, and those families that don't have a relationship with another attorney. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide compassionate services in time of grief.
34 years
We represent small businesses and individuals in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 matters. We pride ourselves on our well trained and compassionate staff, to help clients through difficult times and plan for future success. Our Foreclosure defense department assists those in danger of losing their home in obtaining modifications directly with the banks, or through the court mediation process. When necessary and appropriate, we assist with litigation of such matters using cutting edge arguments.
34 years
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC | Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues | 1989 | 07/30/2018 |
| NY | Suspended | 1988 | 02/28/2021 |
| CT | Active | 1987 | 04/23/2021 |
updated on 01/18/2013
A reprimand is an order from the Statewide Grievance Committee after it has found that an attorney has engaged in ethical misconduct. If an attorney receives more than 3 reprimands in 5 years, a presentment must be filed against the attorney so the Superior Court can decide if more serious discipline should be ordered.
Suzann's comment:“This action arose from a fee dispute from a post-divorce client that we represented for just a few days. The client filed 2 grievances, and the 2nd resulted in a reprimand. In part because of this matter, the Firm stopped handling divorce and post-divorce cases, and has concentrated in other areas for well over 10 years.”
| Legal answers | 6 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Co Chairman | Wealth Counsel CT Forum | 2012 - Present |
| Co-Founder | Insitutute of Collaborative Estate Planning | 2012 - Present |
| Attorney | Estate Planning Law Center, LLC | 2001 - Present |
| Attorney | Beckett Law, LLC | 1992 - Present |
| Associate | Eisenberg, Anderson, Michalik & Lynch | 1987 - 1992 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wealth Counsel | Co-chair since 2012 | 2001 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1987 |
| University of Hartford | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1983 |
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Chantesia Hodges, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 30, 2020
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Suzann and I are in a professional group together, and she has always been eager to provide the highest quality of service to her clients. I'm happy to recommend her!
Elina Santana, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 30, 2020
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Suzann cares about her clients and makes sure their needs are met.
MacDaniel Reynolds, Wills and living wills Attorney on Oct 30, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer.
Tiffany Lunn, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 24, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer in the area of estate planning. Suzann Beckett is very experienced and exemplifies professionalism. You should feel reassured with her handling your affairs.
Steven Miller, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 14, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer for her expertise in the bankruptcy field and passionate advocacy for clients!
Sarah Poriss, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 8, 2018
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I don't know what I would do without being able to refer clients to Suzann when they need help with bankruptcy. She and I have collaborated on many clients' case strategies and I credit her with saving a home from foreclosure when there are just no options left working directly with the lender.
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Beckett and her team are hardworking, dedicated, caring, and will always work hard on your case and your needs. If you have any estate planning needs, look no further than Attorney Beckett.
Steven Riley, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 21, 2013
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Suzann is an excellent estate planning attorney with an energetic approach to solving complex issues with simple solutions. She is someone I've known for several years through professional associations, and I continue to be impressed by her integrity and willingness to help others.
Eden Brown, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 2, 2013
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Suzann Beckett is my go-to referral whenever I need a Connecticut attorney for a client or for state-specific legal advice. I trust and respect her skills, her expertise, her ability to listen to her clients, her generous and caring heart, her devotion to family, her integrity, her quest for continuing education and leading-edge knowledge, and her dogged representation of her clients both on the estate planning side as well as in bankruptcy and business. I have known Suzann for nearly 20 years. We have traveled together, learned together, and have been active in the estate planning community as members of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys and Wealthcounsel. I endorse Suzann Beckett at the highest level of professionalism. Look no further than Suzann if you seek a top-notch attorney with expertise and heart.
Dagmar Pollex, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Suzann for 13 years. We have worked together in professional organizations during that time. Suzann is very skilled and knowledgeable in her fields of estate planning and elder law. Her background makes her a very capable and effective advocate and counselor for her clients. She is definitely one of the best in her field and I would not hesitate to recommend her to family or friends.
Howard Stross, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 29, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. You will enjoy working with Suzann. We met as members of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys. Through discussions with Suzann and learning with her in the Network, I've learned that her clients receive professional quality and value with the services her and her team members provide. Howard Stross
Sara Yen, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 27, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Suzann is someone I would feel very comfortable sending my parents to go see, which is the ultimate test for me. She really cares about the lives of her clients. She is smart and funny as well, and that always makes working with someone much more pleasant.
William Erhart, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 28, 2013
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Suzann and I belong to several professional organizations together. She is knowledgeable and competent in estate planning and strives to learn as much as possible about her chosen area.
David Frisse, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 28, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. I've known Suzann for a number of years. She's a bright, committed professional who knows how to listen. She's got a dry sense of humor which, laced with her wise insights, helps even unpleasant medicine go down well. If I needed a lawyer in her practice areas, I would not think twice. I know she'd successfully and effectively protect whatever is important to me.
H. Bobotek, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Suzann for more than 10 years, and she is amazingly knowledgeable about estate planning. But what stands out is how much she cares. If I had a family member in New England, I'd be delighted to send them to Suzann for help.
Kevin Quinn, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 19, 2012
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Suzann is a very caring and dedicated attorney. We have worked together as co-counsel on a number of matters. Suzann always impresses me with her great listening skills, she has the ability to really hear and understand her client's key issues. Suzann is also a fantastic advocate for her clients. Suzann is tenacious and fiercely loyal to her clients and the pursuit of successful outcomes for her client's concerns.
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