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Andrew is an Associate in Wiggin and Danaโ€™s Private Client Services Department, with a primary focus on the Stamford and Westport offices. His practice centers on contested matters, fiduciary litigation, and estate and trust administration and planning.

Andrew brings substantial litigation experience involving family wealth, where he navigates complex disputes over the distribution and management of family assets. He successfully represents clients in contentious cases involving trust administration, estate administration, and conservatorships, often addressing issues such as the validity of estate planning documents, challenges to trustees, executors, and other fiduciaries, and conflicts among family members over inheritance rights and decision making.

In particular, Andrew is adept at handling disputes that arise when family members contest the terms of a will or trust or when there are accusations of undue influence, fraud, or financial mismanagement. His deep understanding of both estate planning and litigation allows him to guide clients through sensitive family dynamics, working towards equitable solutions that protect the legacy of the familyโ€™s wealth while minimizing conflict and disruption.

Andrew earned his J.D. from Suffolk University Law School, where he was awarded the Distinguished Oral Advocate Award. He was also a member of theย Journal of Health and Biomedical Lawย and earned both Pro Bono and Deanโ€™s List Honors. Prior to law school, Andrew earned his Bachelor of Arts at Union College, where he was part of the Union College Scholarโ€™s Program and received Deanโ€™s List recognition.

In addition to his legal work, Andrew is deeply engaged in the legal community. He serves as Co-Chair of the Estates and Probate Section of the Fairfield County Bar Association, a position he has held for several years. He is an active participant in legal seminars, both within the Bar Association and throughout Connecticut, where he frequently presents on topics related to his areas of expertise.

Education

  • Suffolk University Law School (J.D.)
  • Union College (B.A.)

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Memberships and Affiliations

  • Fairfield County Bar Association
    • Co-Chair, Probate and Estates Section

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When: October 26, 2022

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People: Andrew S. Philbin

When: October 26, 2022

at 12:00pm

- 1:30pm

People: Andrew S. Philbin

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