(203) 457-3460

Estate Planning Law Firm

Connecticut Trust Lawyer

Protect Your Inner Circle Through the Power of Estate Planning

Schedule a free consult (203) 457-3460
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Years of Experience in Connecticut
12 +
Families protected in Connecticut
1,000 +

Trust Planning Built Around Your Life

Trust planning is not about filling in blanks. It is about protecting the people in your inner circle with a plan that is clear, practical, and built around your real life. Maybe you have young children and want their inheritance handled responsibly, not all at once. 

At Inner Circle Legal Planning, we take the time to understand what matters most to you, explain your options in plain English, and help you choose the right trust structure, then make sure it is set up correctly so it actually works when your family needs it.

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Types of Trusts

Our firm provides comprehensive estate planning solutions tailored to protect your family and secure your inner circle.

Revocable Living Trusts

Total control now, seamless transitions later.

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.

Irrevocable Trusts

Strategic protection for 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.

Let us handle the legal weight

Don't leave your family's future to chance. Contact us today for your free estate planning consultation.

(203) 457-3460

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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Your Family Deserves a Secure Future

Whether you need flexibility or absolute protection, we build a trust structure that honors your intent and shields your patrimony.

Drafting Legal Documents

A personalized "rulebook"—either a flexible Revocable Trust or an Irrevocable one—that dictates exactly how your wealth is managed.

Protecting Your Assets

Your estate shield from the public delays of probate, and in the case of an Irrevocable Trust, protect it from lawsuits, estate taxes, and nursing home costs.

Planning for Your Family

Your heirs supported on your terms, providing them with a secure financial foundation while keeping your private affairs out of the courts.

Seamless Asset Transfer

A clear path for your successor to step in immediately, ensuring your family has access to resources without waiting months for a judge’s approval.

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 location

Milford Office

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