About Cummings & Lockwood LLC

Founded in 1909, Cummings & Lockwood provides sophisticated legal counsel to individuals and families, family offices, closely held businesses, other commercial enterprises and charitable entities. Our core services include trusts and estates, corporate and finance, litigation and arbitration, and commercial and residential real estate.

The firm has over 200 attorneys, fiduciary accountants, paralegals and staff, as well as six offices located in Stamford, Greenwich and West Hartford, Connecticut and in Naples, Bonita Springs and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. While many of our clients reside in Connecticut, New York and Florida, we have clients in nearly all 50 U.S. states and in over 20 countries around the world.

 

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Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
November 15, 2023
Hired Law Firm

We had a very complicated home selling process, and Joe was our real estate attorney. We couldn't have asked for someone more efficient, effective and on top of communication, from start to finish. When there were hiccups (and there were more than a few), he was there with great guidance. Would definitely recommend Joe to anyone. We also work with Rachel and Rosemary for some extremely complex estate planning and distribution, not to mention our own wills. The coordination and combined knowledge in these areas between everyone at Cummings and Lockwood is extraordinary, and why you pay for good lawyers.

 
Residential Real Estate
Posted by Randall
July 10, 2023
Hired Law Firm

Due to an unforeseen complicated closing, my first attorney bowed out of my deal. Feeling left hung out to dry, Joe Cessario stepped in and made short work of the situation. He really went to bat for me and went out of his way to explain the circumstances. He made sure I didn't feel isolated during the deal as I had with my previous attorney and agent. I would highly recommend Joe.

 
Residential Real Estate
Posted by Pieter
November 19, 2022
Hired Law Firm

Joe Cessario provided prompt, expert advice during the sale of our home on buyers' due diligence, negotiation of terms and closing. I found his advice uniformly reliable. He worked efficiently and billed reasonably. He used his support staff where he could to hold costs down. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again.

Real Estate
Posted by Anne
October 06, 2022
Hired Law Firm

Joe Cessario is a pleasure to work with. His professionalism, knowledge and communication skills are outstanding. His advice was always spot on. I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend Joe.

Residential Real Estate
Posted by Jacqueline
October 02, 2022
Hired Law Firm

Working with Mr. Cessario has been a wonderful experience. He is truly an exceptional attorney and provided impeccable service. As an attorney myself, I highly recommend Mr. Cessario.

Real Estate
Posted by Laura
September 11, 2022
Hired Law Firm

Working with Joe Cessario on our home sale was a great experience. Our home had some complex deed components. Joe answered all our questions and concerns quickly and clearly, giving our broker great confidence and helping to support a quick and easy sale. He is responsive, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Joe Cessario and Cummings & Lockwood!

 
Real Estate
Posted by tiffany
August 24, 2022
Hired Law Firm

My real estate agent connected me with Joe Cessario and I am so grateful he did! Joe was great at helping me navigate all the necessary components of being a first time home owner. He made the process as stress free as possible and was always available for any questions that I had. I would recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

Residential Real Estate
Posted by Kim
August 03, 2022
Hired Law Firm

Working with Joe Cessario was a seamless and positive experience. He assisted us with the closing of our home and was professional, knowledgeable and exceedingly helpful. We had a few bumpy days before closing and Joe expertly guided my husband and I during this transaction. He thoroughly explained our options and provided us with the knowledge we needed to make critical decisions before our closing. We respect and trust Joe and recommend using him for any real estate needs. Five stars!!!

 
Residential Real Estate
Posted by Gail
June 02, 2022
Hired Attorney Mr. Joseph Cessario

Joe did a wonderful job with both closings. He’s extremely thorough and easy to work with. I’d definitely recommend Joe to my friends.

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
June 01, 2022
Hired Law Firm

This review if for Joseph Cessario. I work with some of the top private equity deal lawyers in the country in my day to day job and I would rank Joe at the top of the list when it comes to; client communication, even keel approach, attention to detail, turn around time and in providing practical/useful guidance during negotiations. I was extremely impressed with Joe and can't recommend working with him strongly enough.

 

Services

Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 8
    • Trusts
    • Estates Planning
    • Charitable Giving
    • Charitable Trusts And Foundations
    • Retirement Planning
    • Asset Protection
    • Wealth Preservation
    • Family Wealth Transfer
  • Administrative Law
  • Investments
  • Taxation 3
    • Fiduciary Accounting
    • Tax Advocacy
    • Audits
  • Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations 2
    • Public Charities
    • Private Foundations
  • Elder Law
  • Wills and Probate 3
    • Probate Administration
    • Wills
    • Probate
  • Employee Benefits
  • Family Law
  • Business Law 2
    • Closely-Held Businesses
    • Partnership Law
  • Insurance 1
    • General Liability
  • Civil Practice 1
    • Civil Law
  • Commercial Law 2
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Commercial Real Estate
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution 1
    • Arbitration
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Creditors' Rights
  • Torts 1
    • Toxic Torts
  • Litigation 1
    • Trial Practice
  • Real Estate 3
    • Residential Real Estate
    • Real Estate Sales
    • Real Estate Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures 1
    • Mergers And Acquisitions
  • Finance 1
    • Real Estate Financing
  • Leases and Leasing 1
    • Leasing
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use 1
    • Zoning Law
  • Appellate Practice
  • Corporate Law
  • Banking Law
  • Other 5
    • Settlement
    • Planned
    • Special Needs Law
    • Planning Law
    • Lending

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Mailing Address: Cummings & Lockwood LLC, P.O. Box 120Stamford, Connecticut 06901U.S.A.
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