John R. Ivimey

John has provided trust and estate planning and settlement service to individuals, families and corporate clients for more than 25 years. He helps achieve the efficient and effective transfer of assets, the family’s financial and estate planning goals, and the avoidance of disputes. If disputes do arise, he combines zealous advocacy with pragmatic resolutions. John works with corporate clients in and outside of court to make sure they are following the law and complying with proper policies and procedures. John also serves as a fiduciary to continue clients’ personal goals and strategies.John provides solutions to tax and family problems to preserve family wealth and protect loved ones from themselves and outside parties. He prepares wills and trust agreements after consultation with clients about their goals and concerns. He counsels clients on how to comply with the law and achieve the best results under the law.

Member of the State Law Subcommittee

Community Involvement and Other Pursuits:

- The Connection, Inc., Board Member

- Chester Rotary, Past President

- The Williams School

Publications:

- "2010 Developments in Connecticut Estate and Probate Law," Co-Author, Connecticut Bar Journal (Vol. 85)

- "2009 Developments in Connecticut Estate and Probate Law," Co-Author, Connecticut Bar Journal (Vol. 84)

- "2008 Developments in Connecticut Estate and Probate Law," Co-Author, Connecticut Bar Journal (Vol. 83)

- "2007 Developments in Connecticut Estate and Probate Law," Co-Author, Connecticut Bar Journal (Vol. 82)

- "Pitfalls, Open Questions and Potential Planning Opportunities," Estate and Probate Notes and Commentary, Connecticut Bar Association (July 2006)

- "State Estate Taxes After EGTRRA: A Long Day's Journey into Night," Co-Author, The Quinnipiac Probate Law Journal (Spring 2004)

- "Drafting in Light of Changes in Tax Law," Estate and Probate Notes and Commentary, Connecticut Bar Association (December 2003)

- Numerous legislative proposals and recommendations on behalf of the Connecticut Bar Association, regarding the new Connecticut Estate Tax

Distinction:

- Listed in Connecticut Super Lawyers® for Estate Planning & Probate. Member: Connecticut (Chair, Estate and Probate Section) and American Bar Associations.