Connecticut Estate Planning Law Firm

Do Right by Your Inner Circle

Protect the people who matter most with clarity, care and follow-through. We simplify the estate planning process for you.

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What it's like to work with us

We make the people you love our main priority, and collaborate with you to build a plan together

You’re here because you love your family and want them protected if the unexpected happens. We make sure they won't have to piece things together during a stressful time.

Owner Bryan M. Etter brings over a decade of experience and a steady, approachable style to every plan. He'll walk you through your options step-by-step, in plain English, so you always know what we’re doing and why. You get a plan shaped by your goals, not get lost in legal speak.

Communication is King

You shouldn’t have to guess what’s happening at any point of the process. We keep communication simple and consistent – from scheduling and reminders to answering questions, to walking you through every document before you sign. You’ll know what’s happening, why it matters, and what comes next.

Plan Around People, Not the Paperwork

The right plan isn’t something we pull off a shelf. It’s shaped by your goals, your concerns, and the realities of your life. We take the time to understand what you need, then build a complete, coordinated plan, making sure the right pieces are in place so nothing important gets missed. That’s how planning holds up – and that’s the standard we work to every time.

Planning shouldn’t be scary

The vibes are different over here, as the kids say. We keep things clear, explain them like real people (not lawyers), and make sure you never feel rushed or talked down to.

This is important work. It just doesn’t need to feel intimidating while you’re doing it.

Accessible when it counts

Estate planning doesn’t end the day you sign your documents. Life changes, and your plan should be able to change with it.

We stay available to answer questions, review your plan over time, and help your family when the plan needs to be put into action. When something important comes up, you won’t be left figuring it out on your own.

My motivation and story

My family is everything to me

I was lucky enough to grow up in a home where you never had to wonder if people would show up for you, they just would. My family values ground the work that I do. Protecting your inner circle is a responsibility I share.

Growing up in a tight-knit family, I learned early on what it means to show up for your people. I’ve spent over a decade in estate planning because I believe in "showing up" in advance.

My goal is simple: to give you a plan you’re proud of and protected by it.

- Bryan M. Etter

Credentials & Licenses

13 years of experience
CT Bar (2014), NY Bar (2013)
WealthCounsel member (2014–present)

Press & Awards

Super Lawyers Rising Star (2017–2025)
Avvo Client Choice Award (2023), 5.0 rating
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating: 5.0/5.0

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

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 & 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.

Start with a conversation.

Ready to protect your inner circle? Let’s talk.

Meet with Bryan to ask questions and explore your options in plain English—with no pressure to commit.

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