Jeffrey Andrew Cooper, Estate Planning Attorney in Greenwich, Connecticut
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, General, and International · 5.0/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews
Special CounselatShipman & Goodwin LLP
Greenwich, CT
Practicing estate planning in Greenwich since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 12 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Jeffrey Andrew Cooper is a special counsel based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and International. Jeffrey has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.
- Based in
- Greenwich, CT
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · General · International
- Handles Estate Planning, General, and International matters from Greenwich, CT.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Jeffrey Andrew Cooper: Jeffrey Andrew Cooper is a special counsel based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and International. Jeffrey has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jeffrey Andrew Cooper
Jeffrey concentrates on estate planning, general, international, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Estate Planning cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Jeffrey takes estate planning matters in Greenwich, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
General cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Jeffrey takes general matters in Greenwich, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
International cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Jeffrey takes international matters in Greenwich, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Jeffrey takes tax matters in Greenwich, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Jeffrey takes trusts matters in Greenwich, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jeffrey Andrew Cooper — Over 32 years of Connecticut estate planning experience
Jeffrey Andrew Cooper is a special counsel based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and International. Jeffrey has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.
Jeffrey Andrew Cooper is a lawyer practicing estate planning, private clients, trust administration and 4 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Jeffrey practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Greenwich, CT.
Working with Jeffrey on a estate planning matter
Jeffrey Andrew Cooper is a lawyer practicing estate planning, private clients, trust administration and 4 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Jeffrey practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Greenwich, CT.
Who Jeffrey represents
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, general, and international matters in Greenwich and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Jeffrey Andrew Cooper's legal education and bar admissions
Yale Law School
J.D. New · 1993
Harvard University
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
New York
2000 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts U.S. T
2000 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1994 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at J.D. New in Yale Law School and B.A. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. New in Yale Law School and B.A. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Jeffrey Andrew Cooper
Jeffrey has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Jeffrey's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •Connecticut Bar Association: Executive Committee, Estate and Probate Section •Quinnipiac Law School Dean's Council: Member •Yale Law School Executive Committee: Member
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Locations
Jeffrey Andrew Cooper's office in Greenwich
Jeffrey's primary office is at 289 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT, 06830. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jeffrey Andrew Cooper — 5.0/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Jeffrey. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Greenwich.
5.0
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How to hire Jeffrey Andrew Cooper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Greenwich, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey Andrew Cooper
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Greenwich?
Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Jeffrey'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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