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Wills, Trusts, Business Planning and Probate Support for Connecticut Families

Estate Planning to protect your inner circle

We carefully design personalized legal strategies that give you peace of mind today and for generations.

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Years of Experience in Connecticut
12 +
Families protected in Connecticut
1,000 +

Why We Do This

Estate Planning isn't something most people look forward to.

You plan for the future because you want to shield your loved ones from unnecessary stress. A well-crafted estate plan reduces confusion, limits asset exposure, and provides a clear roadmap during life's hardest moments. We partner with you to make the legal process highly personal, bringing the power of the law into your real-world family dynamics to deliver clarity now, stability later, and lasting peace of mind.

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How We Help Protect Your Inner Circle:

Revocable Living Trusts

Keep it simple, keep it protected plan

Keep control of your assets now and bypass probate later. We'll help you build and fund a trust that keeps your estate private and your family's future secure.

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Irrevocable Trusts

Thinking ahead about long-term care

Protect your life’s work from rising healthcare costs and tax exposure. We build strategic legal barriers to assist with Medicaid eligibility and preserve your wealth.

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Wills

Better than, "we'll figure it out later"

A Will lets you name who's in charge, who receives what and what happens if the unexpected hits. It's a solid starting point for many families. Don't leave your future up to the state. 

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Probate

No one wants to handle this alone

Navigating Connecticut probate court after a loss can be overwhelming. We'll handle the legal heavy lifting, from court filings to asset distribution, so your family can focus on healing.

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Business Succession Planning

Protecting what you worked hard to build

We help business owners plan for death, disability, divorce or a future transition without leaving partners, employees or family in a mess. We make sure business documents and estate plan work together. 

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Which is right for you?

Wills vs. Trusts: Which Should You Choose?

It’s the most common question we hear, and it's a fair one. While a Will is a solid starting point to put your wishes in writing, a Trust goes further—bypassing probate and protecting your assets, all while keeping you in total control. Not sure which one fits your family? We break it down in plain English.

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A little about me

Protecting your inner circle is a responsibility I share.

As a husband, dad, and business owner, I understand the weight of securing your family's future. My goal is to make estate planning accessible and straightforward. I'll guide you in plain English, removing the intimidation from the process so you can step up for the people you love.

Bryan M. Etter
Licensed in CT & NY | Member of WealthCounsel

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Why Estate Clients Work With Us

I have worked with Bryan Etter for the past four years on probate and estate planning matters, and I highly recommend him. He takes the time to thoroughly explain my options, making sure I feel confident and informed in every decision.

Robert Nichols Estate Planning Client

I have had the pleasure of working with Bryan for the past few months. He very quickly put an Estate Plan in place for my mother when we were in crisis. When she passed, he came to my home immediately, explained what comes next, and put my mind at ease.

Lisa Hammersley Estate Planning Client

Recently, I contacted Bryan Etter to consider a living trust. He was very thorough in explaining options. I felt very comfortable with his presentation. We went on to complete a trust. I'd definitely recommend him for any Estate Planning.

Charles Leigus Estate Planning Client

Inner Circle Legal Planning, PLLC exceeded my expectations in every way. Their professionalism and organization are outstanding. Bryan Etter, in particular, stands out for his knowledge, responsiveness, and genuine kindness.

Deborah Lombardi Estate Planning Client

Estate Planning is never easy, but thankfully, I came across Bryan Etter online in early Fall, who came highly recommended by his many positive reviews. Bryan immediately put my mother and I at ease during our initial consultation.

John Vairo Estate Planning Client

I feel compelled to share the wonderful experience I had working with Bryan Etter in my Estate Planning. I had thought that I only needed a will, but Bryan explained several other aspects of this process, such as needing a Health Care Proxy, etc.

Barbara Coppola Estate Planning Client

I've had the fortunate opportunity to work with Bryan and his team on multiple occasions, and each time has been better than the last. He's extremely patient, detail-oriented and always very responsive, regardless of how simple my questions may be.

Matthew Gunn Estate Planning Client

Working with Bryan was a very good experience for me. I wanted to be sure all of my affairs were in order, to make life easier for my children when the inevitable occurs. Bryan was very professional and clear about every aspect of making a trust.

Virginia Metaxas Estate Planning Client

Just recently my wife and I were looking for a law firm that handles Estate Planning and the process we would need to complete this task. We chose Bryan's team and couldn't be more satisfied with the knowledge and professionalism his team provided.

Bill Valintas Estate Planning Client

Throughout the process, Bryan patiently explained each step to me. He was always professional yet friendly, responsive, and conscientious. I'd highly recommend Bryan to anyone looking for an estate planning attorney.

Marion Coleman Estate Planning Client

Our Process

A straightforward path to peace of mind.

The Strategy Session

We’ll discuss your family and goals in plain English. Before you leave, you’ll have a clear recommended path and a transparent, flat-fee quote.

Collaborative Design

Over 2–3 sessions, we build your plan together. We break dense legal documents into digestible pieces, focusing only on the decisions that matter.

Signing and Follow-Through

We sign the documents to make them official, then stay involved to help you properly fund the Trust so your plan works exactly as intended.

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Do right by the people who matter most.

By working together, we crank up the odds that what you’ve built continues to support your inner circle in the days, years, and generations to come.

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