Take care of the people who count on you.
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives — explained in plain English by a Connecticut attorney you can actually reach.
It starts with one conversation.
Tell us a little about your family, and we'll help you figure out what you actually need — no pressure, no obligation.
Prefer to talk now? Call (860) 751-1391 and reach a real person.
Already facing an emergency — a parent who can no longer sign, a sudden diagnosis? Call us today and we'll talk through what can still be done.
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What we help with
The pieces that make up a plan for your family
A simple will, or a plan with trusts, business interests, and blended-family questions — we scope it to your situation and explain what each piece does.
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Wills
Say who inherits what — and who raises your kids if you can't. Without a will, Connecticut's default rules decide both, not you.
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Trusts
Hold and manage what you own for the people you choose, and spare your family some of the delay and expense of probate court.
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Powers of Attorney
Name someone you trust to handle your finances if you can't — your choice, made now, instead of a court's later.
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Healthcare Directives
Put your medical wishes in writing and name someone to speak for you, so your family never has to guess what you'd have wanted.
Why Mancuso Carey
Attorneys who take this as seriously as you do
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One firm for your home and your family
For 15+ years, Connecticut families have trusted us with buying and selling their homes. Now we help protect what's inside them.
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A real attorney, not a document mill
You sit down with a licensed Connecticut attorney in a Connecticut office — not a website form you fill out and hope holds up when your family needs it.
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Plain English, always
We explain every document before you sign it. You'll never sign something you don't understand, and never feel silly for asking.
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You hear back the same day
Call or write, and you hear back the same business day — not next week, wondering if anyone's paying attention.
How it works
Simpler than most people expect
The plan isn't really for you. It's for them.
A plan is one of the last things you get to do for the people you love — so they're not left guessing what you wanted, or stuck in probate court during the hardest week of their lives. Without one, Connecticut's rules decide instead of you. If you have young kids and haven't named a guardian, a judge who never met your family makes that call.
It doesn't come down to how much you have. It comes down to who's counting on you.
This is general information, not legal advice — every family's situation is different. Reach out to discuss yours.
The hardest part is deciding to. We make the rest easy.
Common questions
First time? These come up a lot
What does estate planning cost?
It depends on which documents you need, so we don't post a one-size price that won't fit your situation. Here's our promise instead: you get clear pricing, in writing, before any work begins — so you always know the cost before you commit to anything.
Is an online will good enough?
It can look fine and still fail when it matters. A will that wasn't signed and witnessed correctly, or a trust that was never funded, may not hold up in Connecticut — and an online form can't catch that for your situation. A Connecticut attorney can.
What's the difference between a will and a trust?
A will takes effect after you pass away and usually goes through probate court first. A trust can take effect right away and, set up correctly, may let your family skip some of that process. Many plans use both — the right mix depends on your situation.
What happens in Connecticut if I don't have a plan?
The state's default rules decide who inherits, and a court decides who raises minor children. A plan lets you make those decisions yourself, in writing, ahead of time.
Do I need this if I'm young and healthy?
Yes. An accident or sudden illness can happen at any age, and without a power of attorney or healthcare directive, your family may have to go to court just to help you. And if someone you love has already lost the ability to sign, call us — we'll talk through what can still be done.
Is anything on this page legal advice?
No. This is general information to help you understand your options. It isn't legal advice, and reading it doesn't create an attorney-client relationship. The best next step is talking with one of our attorneys about your situation.
In their words
What clients say about working with us
These reviews reflect the care, clarity, and responsiveness clients experience across Mancuso Carey.
Handled everything for us and we had no worries about everything.Alan B. · Verified Google review
The team was patient and answered all our questions thoroughly. They were available when needed and returned all calls.Diane S. · Verified Google review
Everyone was very kind and friendly. Super helpful and accommodating.Verified Google review · Danielson
It doesn't take long. It matters for a long time.
(860) 751-1391Connecticut-based. Four offices: Colchester, Rocky Hill, Danielson, Milford.