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Cohen and Wolf, P.C.Principal
Ann L. Fowler-Cruz
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Ann L. Fowler-Cruz

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158 Deer Hill Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810 + 1 location

Elder Law and Trusts & Estates

About Ann L. Fowler-Cruz

Ann has been a staunch advocate for the elderly and the disabled for more than two decades. She has the distinction of being a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation. Her extensive knowledge in the area of elder law enables her to assist the elderly and the disabled in realizing the very best quality of life. Her elder law practice focuses on long-term care planning, asset preservation strategies, Medicaid applications, disability planning, utilizing conservatorships/guardianship and special needs trusts. Her estate planning practice includes the creation of wills, trusts, and advance directives. Ann also handles probate administration.

CREDENTIALS

HONORS & AWARDS

Best Lawyers in America®, Elder Law, 2021-2025

Best Lawyers in America®, Trusts and Estates, 2023-2025

Connecticut Super Lawyers®, Elder Law, 2013-2014, 2016-2018, 2020-2021

Connecticut Law Tribune, Women in the Law, 2010

Moffly Media's "Top Lawyers in Fairfield County", Elder Law, 2021, 2023-2024

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz to Speak at Maplewood at Darien's Road Map to Senior Care Event, HOSTED BY: HAYVN - 320 Boston Post Road, Suite 180, Darien, Connecticut, 01.28.2025

Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz to Speak at Panel Discussion: “Take Charge of Your Future: Preparing for Your Healthcare Needs”, Mark Twain Library, 439 Redding Road, Redding, CT, 01.21.2025

Cohen and Wolf Sponsors the Diversity Panel at The Federal Tax Institute of New England on November 14, 2024, Saint Clements Castle, Portland, CT, 10.22.2024

Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz to Speak at The New Fairfield Commission on the Aging's "Candid Conversations" Community Forum, New Fairfield Senior Center, 10.19.2024

Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz to Speak at The Greens at Cannondale's Panel Discussion: "A Road Map for the Future of Senior Care", The Greens at Cannondale, 10.17.2024

Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz to Present on Legal Tools and Strategies for Senior Planning at Staying Put in New Canaan, Lapham Community Center, 10.10.2024

Ann Fowler-Cruz and Ellen Hain to Present on Legal Issues and Best Practices for Senior Care 05.09.2024

Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz to Speak on "Estate Planning 101: Getting Down to Basics" as Part of the GBLN Pa'Lante Speaker Series 03.19.2024

Spousal Protection Techniques in the Event Your Spouse Needs Long Term Care, Facebook Live, 03.10.2021

Important Considerations in Estate Planning: A Webinar with Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz, Virtual, 02.16.2021

Advance Directives: Understanding the Concept; Presented by Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz, Virtual, 01.12.2021

The Cost of Aging at The Person Comes First; A Dementia Research & Caregiving Symposium, 05.09.2018

Ann Fowler Cruz to Speak at the 18th Annual Dementia Education Conference, Crowne Plaza, Cromwell Connecticut, 04.01.2015

CERTIFICATIONS

National Elder Law Foundation, Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Connecticut Bar Association

• Elder Law Section

• Probate & Trusts Section

Regional Bar Association of Stamford

Fairfield County Bar Association

New York State Bar Association

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc.

Foundation for Personal Financial Education

 

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  • Elder Law
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    • Trusts & Estates

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1994, Connecticut
    1995, New York
    1996, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Quinnipiac University School of Law
    Class of 1994
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Smith College
    Class of 1986
    B.A.

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    Ann L. Fowler-Cruz was admitted in 1994 to the State of Connecticut.
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    Yes, Ann L. Fowler-Cruz is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York.
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