Linda Levine Eliovson

Linda Levine Eliovson

also known as Lyn Eliovson, Linda L. Eliovson

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Fairfield, CT
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate ... +6 more

117 Tunxis Hill Rd, Fairfield, CT

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 32 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1993

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Eliovson & Tenore

117 Tunxis Hill Rd, Fairfield, CT, 06825-4857

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Linda Levine Eliovson's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shari | November 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Forwarding thinking attorney - Elder Law

Taking care of an elderly parent can present some major challenges. As they get older, the decisions one must make get tougher and tougher. That is why you need an attorney who is forward thinking with knowledge of potential issues before they arise. It is so much better to be proactive - rather... than have to be reactive as life situations change. Lyn Eliovson is just that type of attorney. She advises you of potential issues that will need to be addressed as your parent ages. Whether is be creating a straightforward Power of Attorney document or handling complex Trust issues, she is there to advise you on the correct course of action for the present time and into the future. Lyn's pleasant personality is an added plus; helping you navigate through these often complex situations. Anyone using her services will get the resources of an accomplished attorney with a heart.

Posted by Morris | November 01, 2022 | Elder Law

Very helpful

Offered great advice on multiple occasions. A real gem. Very kind to a very elderly relative and understanding of some serious family issues.

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Much worse than than curt and dismissive.......

Several main problems that I can go through in detail by memory. My first impression was of her berating a young intern or employee to the point of tears in public. Then I learned it wasn't just employees, it was clients. Eldercare clients. Then I learned it included me, an eldercare client payi...ng $600.00 hour for a snapping turtle. Every time she snapped, I took it, though t about it and said to myself I have no idea what caused that. At the third meeting she did it again to someone else and I said "Wait a minute, you are not a criminal lawyer, we are not criiminals. We are also also not rich and no more of this at your $600 an hour What kind of eldercare attorney talks to their eldercare clients? She replied dismissively that technically my 90 year old mother was her client. Now just think about that for a minute and see if you can think of a worse possible reply in a courtroom. She's basically saying my 90 year old mother is safe from her barbs but that the children attempting to pay for it are fare game. Not at $600 an hour were not! Recently asked for a simple line item accounting of meetings held and was informed by an employee after consulting with her that the "file had been shred", Why don't you give me a call because you've been too afraid to talk to me. On the other hand she gives pleasant little radio talks. No problems whatsoever with the staff. And the infamous weakness of a snapping turtle is a weak underbelly.......

Linda Eliovson

Replied last November 02, 2022

I am very surprised by your comments. All of us, attorneys and staff alike, take great care in respecting our clients and doing everything possible to make their lives easier, especially when dealing with emotional situations. That is why we are in this practice in the first place. By the way, our entire team of dedicated professionals has been with us for many years. As for the fees you quoted, I am baffled. Our firm has never charged anything even close to the amounts you cited. As you did not sign your name to your comments, I am at a loss to recall your case. Clearly, it must have been more than seven years ago. We do shred files of completed cases (of which all clients are informed in advance) after seven years as one additional way to maintain their security and privacy. I hope your mother is doing well.

Posted by Debra & Steve | March 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

A "great" Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorney

Several generations of our family have turned to Linda Eliovson for legal services for over 20 years. She has always been courteous and caring. Her remarkable knowledge of the field of Elder Law and Estate Planning, along with her dedication to her clients, has led to the best possible outcomes for u...s. We have referred others to her and will ourselves continue to seek counsel from her.

Posted by Harold | February 25, 2022 | Elder Law

Curt and dismissive

I had questions about pricing and a few other things. I was transferred to Lina Eliovson. We talked for a short while and she said, "We are probably not the law firm for you....good bye." Wow! I am kind of shocked and now wondering if these reviews are just fake because so many are so very high. How ...does she know we aren't interested in elder care. She made assumptions about what we were looking for. I felt like she was just waiting to get off the phone. She was curt and nominally polite...but NOTHING like the warm way in which the company was described in these reviews. She just about hung up on me. We are living in a bizarre world. I can only imagine that they just want to milk their clients for a lot of money and if they feel they are talking to someone who has a brain or has ANY questions whatsoever...it's not a client that they are willing to have.

Linda Eliovson

Replied last February 28, 2022

In response to your post, my sincere apologies. We spoke at some length. After our discussion, it became apparent you were not looking for legal counseling, but rather for a Notary. Therefore, it appeared that we were not the firm for you.

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Linda Levine Eliovson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Dowling

Elder law lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Linda based on her dedication to the practice of law. I have known her for more than 30 years. Linda is ethical, honest, and strives to protect and promote her clients' interests."

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Bruce Gordon

Elder law lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Atty Eliovson is a caring and tough as nails attorney. She is straightforward with all parties and does exactly as she says she will. Her knowledge in this area is superb."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top Attorney, Moffly Media Fairfield County

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Lawyer, Fairfield County

2015

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Partner, Eliovson & Tenore

1900 - Present

Member, Law Offices of Eliovson & Tenore

Associations

2017 - Present

Alzheimer's Association

Professional Speaker's Bureau

2017 - Present

Alzheimer's Association

Public Policy Sub-Committee Board of Directors

2016 - Present

Fairfield Senior Center

Acrreditation Advisory Committee

2015 - Present

Westport Senior Center

Coordinating Committee

2014 - Present

Coalition for Advocacy & Prevention of Elder Abuse

CAPE

2010 - Present

Norwalk Regional Bar Elder Law

Co-chair

Connecticut Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Executive Committee

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

Fairfield County Bar Association, Elder Law Committee

Member

Fairfield County Bar Association, Probate & Estates Committee

Member

Bridgeport Regional Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Member

Bridgeport Regional Bar Association, Estate and Trusts Section

Member

Connecticut Bar Association, Estates and Probate Section

member

Connecticut National Academy of Elderlaw Attorneys

Member

Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging

Board of Directors

Education

1993

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD

1989

Sacred Heart University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1985

Sacred Heart University

BA

Publications

2016

Connecticut Law Tribune Magazine A Holistic Approach for Elder Law Clients and The Renaissance Practitioner

2016

Connecticut Law Tribune Magazine Elder Law as a Multi-Disciplinary Practice

Languages

English

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