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Biography
My mission is simple: I help you protect your family and preserve your assets. I focus on estate planning and business planning. I also help people deal with the probate process in Connecticut, if a loved one has passed away.
Some people think estate planning is only for the very wealthy. Nothing could be further from the truth. If you have a home or if you have children, you should have an estate plan, even if it is a simple will, Power of Attorney, and Health Care Directives.
Connecticut probate is supposed to be user friendly, but it has become more complicated. If you need help after a love one has died, I can help. Did you know that even if all of your loved ones assets pass outside of probate, you still need to file a non-taxable estate tax return (CT706NT). Without it, if you or your children want to sell the house, you will have a title issue. That's why it's important to consult with a lawyer about probate in Connecticut.
I help you protect your family and preserve your assets with a comprehensive estate plan.
If your loved one had died recently, I can help you handle the complex probate process.
A trust can help you protect your spouses or children's inheritance and can help you avoid probate.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
25%
21 years | 350 cases
Probate
25%
19 years | 225 cases
Trusts
25%
19 years | 400 cases
Elder Law
15%
17 years | 75 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 39 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Steven M. Basche, LLC
433 S. Main St., Suite 319, West Hartford, CT, 06110
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Posted by Susan | January 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
We recommend Attorney Steven Basche
My husband and I worked with Steve Basche in setting up our will and estate plan and our wishes for care at the end of our lives. We appreciated his patient listening skills, his clear presentation of our legal options and his sensitive response to our choices. We felt more secure and knowledgable ...
Posted by Deb | November 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommend
Steve was expert, professional and very helpful... he knew what we didn't, and clearly knows his way around financial and estate planning issues.
Posted by Andy | August 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
White Glove Service for Complicated Estate Plan
My wife and I worked with Steve Basche and his team on a complete set of estate documents after the birth of our first child. We had a variety of nuances and preferences that we wanted our estate documents to accommodate, and Steve and his team were responsive, thoughtful, and consultative. Steve a...
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Replied last September 7, 2018Thanks Andy, it was a pleasure working with you and look forward to helping with any other legal issues that come up in the future.
Posted by Jack | March 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Recommendation for estate planning
Attorney Basche helped me create a living trust, will, advanced directives, and final disposition Instructions giving me the peace of mind of my wealth succession. We sat down on several occasions for him to clearly understand my desires and legal implications. He is a good listener and created direc...
Steven Basche
Replied last March 24, 2016Thanks for the kind words Jack. I enjoyed working with you.
Posted by Don | February 18, 2015
Wills and Family Trust
Steve was great to work with. He had great suggestions for provision for our Trust. Explained all of our options and why we might want one provision over another. I wouldn't hesitate working with Steve in the future.
Steven M Basche's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve is one of the most intelligent and sensitive attorneys I know. These are rare qualities but ones you want in your lawyer."
"I have known Steve for over 25 years. He is extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy. Steve is well-respected in the legal community and devoted to the needs of his clients. Any time I have a legal issue I am wrestling with, Steve is the first person I call. He always offers insightful, wise and practical advice. I wholeheartedly endorse him and highly recommend him."
"Steve is not only very knowledgeable in his field, he is also very personable. His ability to put people at ease is a true asset in the estate planning field."
"Without hesitation, I refer all of my estate planning and trust work to Steve Basche. His reputation within the legal community is outstanding. He is a great lawyer and a very nice guy."
"I have had the opportunity to work closely with Steve on a complex case in Connecticut federal court. Steve's assistance as local counsel has been invaluable. His analysis has been insightful, thoughtful, and thorough. I highly recommend Steve both to firm's looking for superior local counsel and to clients looking for an exceptional attorney."
"I endorse Attorney Basche as a most knowledgeable, dedicated, compassionate and understanding Estate Planning attorney. I have known Attorney Basche since we were in the same office building some years ago. I have referred friends and clients to Attorney Basche and they were all extremely pleased with his Estate Planning advice and professionalism. Attorney Basche is committed to his clients, the legal profession, and the larger community. He has a well-deserved excellent reputation for representing and protecting clients and their families to the fullest extent possible."
"Steve Basche is a skilled attorney who diligently represents his clients without losing sight of what is practical. He is professional and responsive and I have referred many clients to him over the years without hesitation."
"I endorse Attorney Basche. He is a very personable and experienced lawyer who works diligently to make sure that his client's needs are met."
"I endorse Steve without hesitation for business matters. Steve is highly competent, ethical, and understands how to use technology to help his clients. Steve is one of the few attorneys maximizing the use of technology to improve the quality and lower the cost of legal services. I highly recommend Steve."
"Steve Basche brings state of the art professionalism to small firm practice. Excellent lawyer!"
"I met Steve some time ago and was immediately impressed by his careful handling of his clients complex problems. Steve ensures his clients are always prepared for the next phase of life while being protected from unforeseen disasters. The foresight to advise clients on both the offensive and defensive side of estate planning is rare and he therefore has my endorsement."
"Mr. Basche's answers to questions demonstraites his passion and dedication to his practice of law which is a benefit to any client."
"I endorse this lawyer. The information contained in Mr. Basche's responses is both informative and helpful."
"Steve is an effective counselor that is able to drill down on the critical issues involved in a matter in order to formulate creative practical solutions. He is a strong advocate for his clients' interests but keeps his focus on the issues and not the process or posturing."
"I enthusiastically endorse and recommend Steve Basche as an attorney based on the competency of his work and the strength of his character. I have worked with Steve on a number legal matters and sought his legal advice on others. He is generious of spirit and loyal to his clients."
"I have known Attorney Basche for several years now and have thought highly enough of him to refer clients to him on matters that I do not handle. Attorney Basche is very knowledgeable about the law and the practice of law. He is extremely professional, ethical and has a great demeanor with his clients and other attorneys. I highly recommend that individuals looking for an estate planning attorney or attorneys looking to refer a client to someone for estate planning advice consult with Attorney Basche first."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV-Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
AV-Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
AV-Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV-Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Principal, Law Offices of Steven M. Basche, LLC
2022 - 2023
Partner, Brown, Paindiris & Scott, LLP
2016 - 2022
Partner, Hassett & George, PC
2008 - 2016
Principal, Law Offices of Steven M. Basche, LLC
1991 - 2008
Partner, Jacobs, Walker, Rice & Basche
1989 - 1991
Associate, Cohn & Birnbaum
1986 - 1989
Associate, Schatz & Schatz, Ribicoff & Kotkin
1985 - 1985
Summer Associate, Shipman & Goodwin
Associations
2022 - Present
Jewish Association for Community LivingPresident of the Board of Directors
2015 - Present
Jewish Association for Community LivingMember Board of Directors
2012 - Present
Estate and Business Planning Council of HartfordMember
1991 - Present
Manchester Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2017
Hartford HealthCareCentral Region Board Member
2012 - 2015
RushfordBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Sibi Brancifort Construction v. JVR Ridge
Judgment for the plaintiff
Education
1986
University of Connecticut School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
University of Connecticut
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Parent Partnership
The Importance of Special Needs Trusts
2018
Monthly Meeting
Trusts and Estates Planning – How can owners keep what they have earned.
2014
Planning Ahead: Are You Taking the Right Steps to Secure Your Retirement?
Estate Planning for Solo Practitioners
2013
Summer Leadership Conference
Fundamentals of Estate Planning
2012
Summer Leadership Conference
Fundamentals of Estate Planning
2009
Practice Management Tips for the New and Established Solo and Small
Practice Management
Publications
2018
2018
2018
2016
2016
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Steven earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is there any way I can stay in my house?
16 Apr 2023
Q&A
Connecticut Assets discovery & admin responsibilities
28 Jul 2020
Q&A
If one out of 8 protests the final estate settlement is there anything we can do without dragging it out or going to court ? ?
17 Feb 2020