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Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly, Tax Attorney in Bantam, Connecticut

focused on Tax and Trusts

Bantam, CT

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Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly is an attorney based in Bantam, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.

Based in
Bantam, CONNECTICUT
Experience
attorney
Known for
Tax · Trusts
  • Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Bantam, CONNECTICUT.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Hartford) (2021).

About Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly: Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly is an attorney based in Bantam, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mary takes on

Mary concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Tax cases in Bantam, Connecticut

Mary takes tax matters in Bantam, 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 Mary agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Bantam, Connecticut

Mary takes trusts matters in Bantam, 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 Mary agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly — tax lawyer in Bantam

Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly is an attorney based in Bantam, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.

Molly collaborates with clients in Bantam, Connecticut, to achieve their objectives through tailored and innovative legal solutions. As a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, her practice focuses on comprehensive estate planning, estate and trust administration, and elder law for families and individuals. In addition, she provides guidance on real estate and taxation matters.

Appointed by the Governor in 2013, Molly represents Connecticut as a delegate to the Uniform Law Commission, a national organization dedicated to promoting statutory uniformity. Molly has served as a Division Chair and contributed to several drafting committees, including efforts on the Uniform Trust Decanting Act, the Uniform Fiduciary Income and Principal Act, and more.

Molly is also a member of the Probate Court Rules Advisory Committee. This volunteer group is tasked with drafting updates to the Probate Practice Book, designed to establish uniformity in probate court practices and procedures. The updated rules were adopted by the Connecticut Supreme Court in 2012 and have recently been revised in 2023.

Before her current role at Harris Beach Murtha, Molly was a founding partner of Ackerly Brown LLP, established in 2001. From 1987 to 1994, she served as a Probate Judge for the District of Norfolk. During her tenure, Molly was on the Executive Committee of the Connecticut Probate Assembly and was the probate judge member of the Council on Probate Judicial Conduct from 1989 to 1994.

How Mary handles tax matters

Molly collaborates with clients in Bantam, Connecticut, to achieve their objectives through tailored and innovative legal solutions. As a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, her practice focuses on comprehensive estate planning, estate and trust administration, and elder law for families and individuals. In addition, she provides guidance on real estate and taxation…

The kind of cases Mary takes

Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Bantam and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Yale University

    J.D. · 1977

Mary studied at J.D. in Yale University.

Law school and academic background

Mary completed J.D. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Mary has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Hartford)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Hartford)

    2017

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Hartford)

    2016

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Hartford)

    2011

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Hartford) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Hartford) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Hartford) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Hartford) (2011). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).

Locations

Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly's office in Bantam

Mary's primary office is at 782 Bantam Road, Bantam, Connecticut, 06750. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

782 Bantam Road

Bantam, Connecticut 06750

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary'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; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a tax attorney in Bantam, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Mary

Mary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every tax 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. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mary M. "Molly" Ackerly

  • How much does it cost to hire Mary for a tax case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mary offer a free consultation?

    Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.

  • How long do tax cases in Connecticut typically take?

    Simple tax 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. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Bantam?

    Mary 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 — Mary 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 Mary?

    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. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mary accepting new tax clients right now?

    Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Tax attorneys serving Bantam, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut

Mary handles tax matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified tax attorneys in that community.

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