Paula B. Sousa, Esq. - Danbury, CT
Paula Boa Sousa, Esq. is a distinguished estate planning, probate, and elder law attorney in Danbury, Connecticut, and a principal at Collins Hannafin, P.C., who offers trusted, multilingual representation in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Strategic Estate Planning and Legacy Protection in Danbury
Planning for the future is one of the most powerful steps you can take to protect your family and your hard-earned assets. Paula Boa Sousa, Esq., a principal attorney at the prestigious Danbury firm of Collins Hannafin, P.C., specializes in crafting highly tailored estate planning solutions. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Fairfield University and an alumna of the University of Connecticut School of Law, attorney Sousa has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate complex estates and secure peace of mind. If you need to find an estate planning lawyer who will listen to your unique goals and draft robust legal documents, her office provides the professional guidance you require.
Comprehensive Wills, Trusts, and Elder Law Advocacy
As we age, our legal and financial needs shift, making elder law and legacy planning a top priority. Attorney Paula Boa Sousa has a deep understanding of Connecticut elder law, including Medicaid planning and asset preservation. Since 2010, she has actively served on the Legislative Committee of the Elder Law Section of the Connecticut Bar Association, advocating for seniors and contributing directly to the improvement of elderly protection programs throughout the state.
With her professional assistance, clients can design structured plans that encompass:
- Drafting detailed last wills and testaments to direct the distribution of personal property
- Establishing revocable and irrevocable trusts to minimize tax liabilities and avoid probate
- Structuring health care instructions, living wills, and durable powers of attorney
- Navigating the complex Medicaid application process to protect family wealth from nursing home costs
- Structuring guardianships and conservatorships for vulnerable family members
Reliable Probate and Trust Administration Services
Losing a family member is deeply emotional, and administering their estate should not add to your stress. Attorney Sousa provides compassionate and methodical probate administration services, guiding executors, trustees, and beneficiaries through Connecticut probate court requirements. She assists with inventory filing, addressing creditor claims, and executing smooth asset distributions according to the decedent's wishes. For clients in the Portuguese and Hispanic communities, attorney Sousa's fluent Portuguese and conversant Spanish make the entire legal process seamless, clear, and comforting.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located along the historic and scenic Deer Hill Avenue in central Danbury, just steps away from Danbury City Hall and the local civic center.
Building Location
This is a historic three-story professional office building originally constructed in 1833. It features classic architecture and is located directly across from the United Jewish Center.
Parking Details
Clients have access to a private surface parking lot located directly behind the building, offering free on-site parking during visits.
Public Transit
Served by HARTransit Route 6 (Danbury); nearest stop is at United Jewish Center.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the historic building through the primary front entrance facing Deer Hill Avenue. The law offices of Collins Hannafin, P.C. are located on the main levels of the building.