Greta E. Solomon, Elder Law Attorney in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Tax, and Trusts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatCohen and Wolf, P.C.
Bridgeport, CT
Practicing elder law in Bridgeport since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Greta E. Solomon is a principal based in Bridgeport, CT. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Tax, and Trusts. Greta has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen and Wolf, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Bridgeport, CT
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · Tax · Trusts
- Handles Elder Law, Tax, and Trusts matters from Bridgeport, CT.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Greta E. Solomon: Greta E. Solomon is a principal based in Bridgeport, CT. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Tax, and Trusts. Greta has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen and Wolf, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Greta's practice areas in Bridgeport
Greta concentrates on elder law, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Greta handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Elder Law cases in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Greta takes elder law matters in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Greta agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Greta takes tax matters in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Greta agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Greta takes trusts matters in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Greta agrees to represent you.
Biography
Greta E. Solomon, elder law attorney serving Bridgeport
Greta E. Solomon is a principal based in Bridgeport, CT. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Tax, and Trusts. Greta has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen and Wolf, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Greta works from Bridgeport, Connecticut and takes on elder law matters across the region.
Greta is chair of Cohen and Wolf's Trusts & Estates, Elder Law, and Tax Groups.
Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law
Greta has been assisting clients in the areas of estate planning, elder law, and probate administration (including estates, trusts, conservatorships, guardianships, etc.) for more than 40 years. Her in-depth knowledge of the tax codes and sophisticated estate planning techniques allows her to provide counsel on complex estate matters.
Greta also assists members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community with their estate planning and other family needs.
Families with Children or Other Family Members with Special Needs
Greta has extensive experience helping families and individuals with special needs planning, paying particular attention to the unique challenges that face these families. Her work with special needs families is aimed at protecting assets through use of special needs trusts, and includes preparing documents for guardianship, powers of attorney and others tailored to each family’s needs.
Professional Associations
Greta is a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC). She is also a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Ms. Solomon serves on the executive committee of the Estates and Probate Section of the Connecticut Bar Association. She is a frequent lecturer on topics related to estate planning and special needs trusts. She regularly participates in continuing legal education programs sponsored by the Connecticut Bar Association and the Bridgeport Bar Association and was a guest lecturer at the University of Connecticut School of Law at its estate planning seminar for third-year law students. She is also a member of the Bridgeport Bar Association and once served on its executive committee.
Community Involvement
Active in the community, Greta has served on the boards of the Jewish Community Center for Community Services (JCCS), the Jewish Home for the Elderly in Fairfield and the Jewish Community Foundation in Bridgeport. Greta also chaired the distribution committee of the Greater Bridgeport Area Foundation prior to its merger with the Fairfield County Community Foundation and now serves on the Professional Advisory Council for that organization.
Awards
Greta has received numerous awards for her civic involvement. In 1989, Ms. Solomon was the recipient of the A.O. Samuels Young Leadership Award from the Jewish Federation of Bridgeport and also was named the "Woman of the Year" in 1989 from the Women's Network of Greater Bridgeport. In addition, Ms. Solomon was honored by the Bridgeport Regional Business Council with the Susan L. Davis award (2012) and the Conference of Women's Organizations in Bridgeport, Connecticut, as well as the Girl Scouts, Housatonic Council. She is named to Connecticut Super Lawyers (2007-2018) for her work in the area of Estate & Probate, and was selected as a "Top 25 Women Connecticut Super Lawyer" (2013-2018) and as a "Top 50 Women New England Super Lawyer" (2016-2018). She is listed in The Best Lawyers in America© (2013-2019) for her work in the areas of Tax Law, Elder Law and Trusts and Estates.
CREDENTIALS
HONORS & AWARDS
Best Lawyers in America®, Tax Law, Elder Law and Trusts & Estates, 2013-2020
Connecticut Super Lawyers®, Estate & Probate, 2007-2019
• Top 50, Connecticut Super Lawyers, 2017-2018
• Top 25 Women, Connecticut Super Lawyers, 2013-2018
• Top 50 Women, New England Super Lawyers, 2013, 2014, 2016-2018
Martindale-Hubbell , AV® Preeminent™ Peer Rating
Bridgeport Regional Business Council, Susan L. Davis Award, 2012
Connecticut Law Tribune, Women in the Law, 2010
Bridgeport Regional Business Council, Special Recognition for Achievement in Business, 1994
Jewish Federation of Bridgeport, A.O. Samuels Young Leadership Award 1989
Women's Network of Greater Bridgeport, “Woman of the Year”, 1989
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
• Succession Planning: A Roadmap for the Future
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 10.15.2019
• Transition to Adulthood for Families with Special Needs Members
Milestones School, 01.17.2019
• Attorneys Maini and Solomon Discuss Housing for Adult Children With Disabilities
Norwalk Inn, 06.08.2016
PUBLICATIONS
• Digital Power of Attorney
11.16.2015
• Immediate Annuities; A Tool In Medicaid (Title XIX) Planning
11.16.2015
• Decanting With No Carafe - The Trust Way
ALI CLE Estate Planning Course Materials Journal, Fall 2013
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Schoke Jewish Family Services, 2017-present
Marrakech, Inc., Board Member, 2017-present
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Connecticut Bar Association
• Estates & Probate Section, Executive Committee
Bridgeport Bar Association
• Executive Committee,
Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC)
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Working with Greta on a elder law matter
Greta is chair of Cohen and Wolf's Trusts & Estates, Elder Law, and Tax Groups. Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law Greta has been assisting clients in the areas of estate planning, elder law, and probate administration (including estates, trusts, conservatorships, guardianships, etc.) for more than 40 years. Her in-depth knowledge of the tax codes and sophisticated estate planning techniques…
Who Greta represents
Greta reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, tax, and trusts matters in Bridgeport and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Greta studied and practices
New York University School of Law
LL.M. Taxation · 1977
Smith College
A.B. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Greta's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
1978 · ACTIVE
Florida
1978 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1976 · ACTIVE
Greta studied at LL.M. Taxation in New York University School of Law and A.B. in Smith College.
Law school and academic background
Greta completed LL.M. Taxation in New York University School of Law and A.B. in Smith College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Greta runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Greta's legal honors and published work
Greta has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Greta's professional memberships and bar associations
American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
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Locations
Greta E. Solomon's office in Bridgeport
Greta's primary office is at 1115 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Greta E. Solomon — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Greta. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Bridgeport.
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How to hire Greta E. Solomon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Greta usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Greta charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Greta's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Greta will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Bridgeport, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Greta
Greta discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Greta confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Greta's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Greta E. Solomon
How much does it cost to hire Greta for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Greta walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Greta offer a free consultation?
Greta charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Greta's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Greta's current terms during booking.
How long do elder law cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Greta gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Greta take my case if I'm outside Bridgeport?
Greta is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Greta will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Greta?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Greta will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Greta accepting new elder law clients right now?
Greta's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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