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Karen E. Yates

Karen E. Yates

New Haven, CT

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Since 1996
30 yrs

Since 1996

Bar admissions
5

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Karen E. Yates represents clients in New Haven, Connecticut across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Karen E. Yates

Karen is a partner in the Trust, Estates and Charitable Planning team.

Karen’s practice is focused on wealth planning. She works with individuals, families and family offices providing legal advice on wealth transfer tax planning and fiduciary administration. As part of the wealth planning process, Karen regularly advises on business succession, charitable giving, and income tax planning for individuals, estates, trusts and business entities, including family offices and private trust companies. A significant portion of Karen’s practice involves restructuring trusts to increase efficiency, address changed circumstances and better suit the needs of the families they benefit.

Credentials

Education

  • Cornell University

    J.D. · 1996

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • Massachusetts

    2010 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    2003 · ACTIVE

  • Connecticut

    1996 · ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (New Haven)

    2025

  • Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (New Haven)

    2022

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale - Hubbell, AV Rated

    2026

Locations

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Main office

157 Church Street, 12th Floor

New Haven, Connecticut 06510-2100

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  • What areas of law does Karen E. Yates practice?

    Karen E. Yates focuses on Tax and Trusts.

  • Where is Karen E. Yates located?

    Karen E. Yates primarily serves clients in New Haven, Connecticut, with an office at 157 Church Street, 12th Floor.

  • How experienced is Karen E. Yates?

    Karen E. Yates has 30 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1996.

  • Is Karen E. Yates a verified attorney?

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  • How can I schedule a consultation with Karen E. Yates?

    You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 203-789-1320.