Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Probate & Real Estate Attorney in Greenwich, CT
With over 39 years of dedicated legal practice, our firm specializes in resolving complex legal challenges in real estate law, estate planning, and probate litigation. Our founder, Richard Margenot, brings a lifelong commitment to Greenwich, Connecticut, and a deep understanding of community needs to every case. We combine extensive experience in stopping mortgage fraud, managing estate disputes, and providing strategic legal counsel with a personalized approach. Our practice emphasizes proactive planning to mitigate risks while maintaining membership in prestigious legal associations, including the Connecticut and New York Bar Associations.We serve a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to businesses, offering tailored solutions for asset protection, healthcare directives, and property transactions. Our track record includes significant achievements in asset recovery, guardianship appointments, and expert testimony in legal malpractice cases. Community involvement remains central to our values, reflected through pro bono work and leadership roles in local organizations. We maintain accessibility through flexible scheduling while upholding rigorous professional standards in all legal matters.
Services
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Probate Litigation
Elder Law
Business Conveyancing
Guardianship Services
Title Insurance
Conservatorships
Mediation Services
Asset Protection
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 39 years of experience in real estate and probate law
- Our team has recovered assets in complex litigation matters
- We provide personalized estate planning solutions for all family needs
- Our practice includes federal court qualifications in Connecticut and New York
- We maintain active community involvement through pro bono legal services
What people say
Complicated financial & legal puzzle resolved thoroughly
Couldn't be more pleased
Services
Real Estate Law
Comprehensive legal representation for residential and commercial real estate transactions. Our practice handles purchase agreements, title disputes, and foreclosure defense while protecting client interests in property matters. We work with lenders, investors, and homeowners to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while resolving complex real estate challenges efficiently.
Estate Planning
Customized estate planning solutions including wills, trusts, and healthcare directives. We help clients preserve assets through tax-efficient strategies while addressing unique family circumstances. Our approach combines legal expertise with personalized guidance to create comprehensive plans that protect wealth and ensure proper succession for future generations.
Probate Litigation
Representation in contested estate matters and probate court proceedings. We handle will disputes, executor challenges, and estate administration conflicts while advocating for client interests. Our experience includes serving as court-appointed fiduciaries and resolving complex inheritance issues through litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Elder Law
Specialized legal services addressing the needs of older adults and families. We assist with long-term care planning, guardianship appointments, and protection against financial exploitation. Our practice includes coordinating home healthcare solutions and navigating Medicaid eligibility while maintaining client dignity and autonomy.
Business Conveyancing
Legal support for business formation, contracts, and commercial transactions. We assist with entity selection, partnership agreements, and property conveyances while protecting client interests in business deals. Our services include drafting and reviewing commercial leases, purchase agreements, and corporate restructuring documents.
People
Richard J. Margenot
Attorney
With 39 years of legal practice, Mr. Margenot specializes in real estate, estate planning, and probate law. A lifelong Greenwich resident, he combines community knowledge with federal court qualifications. His achievements include stopping mortgage fraud schemes and managing complex estate disputes while maintaining active pro bono involvement.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on real estate law, estate planning, probate litigation, elder law, and business conveyancing with additional experience in guardianship and conservatorship matters.
How many years have you practiced law?
Our attorney has practiced law since 1985 with independent practice established in 1990, accumulating 39 years of legal experience.
What are your office hours?
Regular office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM with flexible scheduling arrangements available upon request.
Do you serve clients outside Greenwich?
While based in Greenwich, we serve clients throughout Fairfield County and Connecticut for all our practice areas.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment options are discussed during initial consultations. We focus on making legal services accessible while maintaining transparent billing practices.
