Who We Are
Suzann Beckett and her team of compassionate, caring attorneys and staff have helped grieving families navigate the probate process for over 30 years.
Why Choose Connecticut Probate?
Our clients aren’t just a number and source of revenue. We will build and maintain a relationship with you and follow you through every stage of life.
What We Do
We do everything we can to take the weight off your shoulders, and ensure a smooth process from date of death to distribution of assets, and beyond.
Welcome to Connecticut Probate
We are committed to giving our clients and their families peace of mind, not a piece of paper. We charge flat fees, so our clients never have to worry about getting billed for an extra meeting or phone call – and we’re always available to answer questions as they arise. We walk our clients and their families through the entire Probate process, beginning to end, so that they don’t have to struggle on their own. We can help you with:
• Beneficiary Designations
• Joint Tenancy
• Assets in a Living Trust
Don’t hesitate to set up a Consultation with me today.
Leading Attorney at Connecticut Probate LLC
Frequently Asked Questions
We pride ourselves on listening carefully to our clients, and learning enough about their families, their goals and desires, so that we can craft a personalized plan that fits your needs. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all Probate plan – your family deserves a customized plan created just for you. Our approach will eliminate headaches and minimize the chance of unwanted consequences such as having to go through probate, will save money in the long run, and will assure your privacy to the maximum amount permitted by law. Our practice is geared toward people that want and understand the importance of high quality Probate strategies. We enjoy educating our clients about the process of Probate and helping them make informed decisions that will help meet your goals and desires. If you are looking for this kind of long-term personalized service, please contact us to get started on your Probate strategies hat will help you sleep at night knowing you have cared for your family after death in the same thoughtful way you have done during your lifetime.
We are open Monday-Thursday from 9AM-5Pm.
On Friday we are open from 9AM-12:30PM
A realistic estimate would be 15 to 18 months from the time the Estate is opened until it is closed.
There are specific timelines that prevent a full estate from closing much earlier than that, no matter how expeditiously you work. On the other hand, a complex estate may take years to close.
Studies have shown that the total cost of the procedure of probate is statistically between 5 and 8 % of the gross estate. These costs include the fees charged by the Court, attorneys’ fees, and other fiduciary fees (ex. guardians, or attorneys charged with finding unknown heirs), and accounting fees.
Typically, the larger the estate, the smaller the percentage, and vice versa, because the work involved in getting an asset through probate takes a similar amount of time regardless of the size of the asset or account.
It is not unusual for an heir to hire his/ her own lawyer. It is typically better for the estate if this does not happen, as it can increase total costs exponentially.
However, if there are valid disputes, then sometimes having several attorneys involved to negotiate a resolution can be helpful. Every beneficiary has the legal right to hire representation, so that isn’t something an Executor can control.
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Connecticut Probate Reviews
I trust Suzann Beckett 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 been active in the estate planning community as members of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys and Wealth counsel.
- Eden Rose Brown
- Colleague
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.
- Sara K. Yen
- Colleague
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.
- William W. Erhart
- Colleague
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 C. Stross
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.
- Steven Patrick Riley
- Colleague
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.
- Kevin D. Quinn
- Former Co-counsel
