Trusts and Estates
George L. Smith
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
George L. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates.
George L., who practices law in Greenwich, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which George L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
George practices in all areas of estate and trust planning and administration, including advising individuals on the tax consequences associated with planning for the disposition of assets. In addition to representing individuals in their estate planning matters, he represents individuals, banks, and trust companies serving in fiduciary capacities. Mr. Smith also assists individuals in designing charitable giving plans.
He is admitted to practice law in Connecticut, New York, and Florida and is a member of the bar association in each of these states. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and an ex-officio member of the Executive Committee of the Estates and Probate Section of the Connecticut Bar Association. In addition, he is an Emeritus Professional Advisor of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Professional Advisory Council.
Overview
- St. John's University, J.D., graduated 1988
- New York, New York State Bar Association, 1982
- Florida, The Florida Bar, 1985
- Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association, 1988
- New York, New York State Bar Association, 1982
- Florida, The Florida Bar, 1985
- Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association, 1988
- St. John's University, J.D., graduated 1988
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Trusts and Estates, Stamford (2014)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Trusts and Estates
Special Focus:
- Estate Planning
- Fiduciary Duties
- Gift Planning
- Probate
- Tax
- Trust Administration
News & Media
Additional Information
- Articles/Publications/Presentations
- Speaker, Estate Administration, Greenwich Bar Association
- Speaker, Connecticut Bar Association – Various Topics on Estate Planning & Administration
- Speaker, Estate Planning, Stamford Regional Bar Association
- Speaker, Will Awareness, Archdiocese of New York
- Speaker, American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, 2024 Annual Meeting Symposium
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