Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in West Haven, CT
Founded in 1959, Fischer & Fischer has built a legacy of legal excellence rooted in integrity and community service. Our journey began with Herbert D. Fischer and Charles H. Fischer, Jr., whose shared vision of justice and advocacy established a foundation for personalized legal representation. Over six decades, we have maintained a commitment to professionalism while adapting to evolving legal landscapes. Our team combines deep expertise in estate planning, real estate, and elder law with a dedication to client-centered service. Located in West Haven, Connecticut, we serve clients from our historic office at 568 Washington Avenue.With generations of collective experience, we provide strategic legal solutions tailored to protect clients' futures. Our attorneys, including James E. Fischer and Jeffrey R. Fischer, bring both legal acumen and compassionate counsel to every case. We prioritize transparency, ethical practice, and community engagement through pro bono work and charitable initiatives. This enduring approach has earned us the trust of Connecticut families and professionals seeking reliable legal guidance. Today, we continue to uphold the principles of fairness and advocacy that defined our founders' careers.
Services
Estate Planning
Wills and Probate
Residential Real Estate
Powers of Attorney
Medical Directives
Medicaid Planning
Attorney Referral
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer 65+ years of combined legal experience in Connecticut courts
- Our attorneys maintain active roles in local bar associations
- We provide personalized estate planning solutions for complex needs
- Our team includes specialists in elder law and Medicaid planning
- We combine generational legal knowledge with modern practice standards
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients protect assets and establish clear directives for future management. We create customized wills, trusts, and probate strategies to ensure your wishes are honored. With expertise in Connecticut estate law, we minimize tax implications while providing comprehensive succession planning for families and business owners.
Residential Real Estate
We handle all aspects of residential real estate transactions including closings, refinancing, and title transfers. Our attorneys ensure compliance with Connecticut property laws while protecting clients' interests. From purchase agreements to mortgage documentation, we provide clear guidance through complex real estate processes for homeowners and investors.
Powers of Attorney
Our power of attorney services establish legal frameworks for decision-making in incapacity scenarios. We draft durable and limited POAs tailored to individual healthcare and financial needs. Clients receive clear explanations of agent responsibilities and legal boundaries to ensure proper future care and asset management.
Medicaid Planning
We specialize in Medicaid eligibility strategies that protect assets while securing necessary healthcare benefits. Our attorneys navigate Connecticut's Title 19 regulations to create compliant financial plans. Services include application assistance, asset restructuring, and appeals for denied claims to ensure long-term care access.
Medical Directives
Our medical directive services help clients establish advance healthcare instructions and appoint trusted decision-makers. We create legally binding documents outlining treatment preferences and end-of-life care wishes. Through comprehensive consultations, we ensure directives align with personal values while meeting Connecticut legal requirements.
People
James E. Fischer
Attorney
Admitted to Connecticut Bar since 1980, James Fischer specializes in elder law and estate planning. Active in local bar associations, he focuses on community-based services for elderly populations while maintaining generational legal expertise within the Fischer family practice.
Jeffrey R. Fischer
Attorney
Jeffrey Fischer joined the firm after graduating magna cum laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2018. With dual expertise in elder law and family therapy, he provides compassionate legal counsel while maintaining active involvement in local sports communities through youth coaching.
Questions
What areas of law does Fischer & Fischer specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, wills and probate, residential real estate, Medicaid planning, and advance healthcare directives. Our Connecticut practice also handles powers of attorney and attorney referral services.
How long has Fischer & Fischer been in business?
Our firm has served Connecticut residents since 1959, providing three generations of legal expertise through our West Haven office location.
What makes Fischer & Fischer different from other law firms?
We combine six decades of local legal experience with personalized service, maintaining family ownership while adapting to modern legal challenges through continuous professional development.
Do you offer consultations for new clients?
Yes, we provide initial consultations for estate planning, real estate transactions, and Medicaid eligibility planning to help clients understand their legal options.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys hold memberships in Connecticut and New Haven County Bar Associations, with specialized training in elder law, estate planning, and residential real estate transactions.
