Cummings & Lockwood - Stamford, CT
Founded in 1909, Cummings & Lockwood is a premier, multi-state law firm headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. Renowned as one of the nation's leading private client and trusts and estates practices, the firm serves high-net-worth individuals, family offices, closely held businesses, and major corporations.
Over a Century of Preeminent Estate Planning and Corporate Counsel
Established in 1909 by Homer Cummings, former Attorney General of the United States, and Judge Charles Lockwood, Cummings & Lockwood has built a distinguished legacy of legal excellence spanning over 115 years. Headquartered at Landmark Square in Stamford, Connecticut, the firm has grown to encompass six offices across Connecticut and Florida, housing approximately 100 highly skilled attorneys and fiduciary accountants. If you need to find a lawyer capable of managing multi-generational wealth, structuring complex corporate transactions, or defending your interests in high-stakes fiduciary disputes, Cummings & Lockwood is widely recognized as the premier destination for sophisticated representation.
The cornerstone of the firm's national reputation is its Private Clients Group, which ranks among the largest and most respected trusts and estates practices in the United States. Many of the firm's principals are elected fellows of the prestigious American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), reflecting the highest level of professional peer esteem. If you are seeking to hire a Stamford attorney who delivers meticulous attention to detail, impeccable ethical standards, and strategic tax planning, their multidisciplinary team provides unparalleled depth and legacy-building support.
Sophisticated Private Client Services, Trusts, and Estates Law
Cummings & Lockwood works with private individuals, families, and charitable foundations to design customized legal structures that protect assets, minimize tax exposure, and facilitate the seamless transfer of wealth across generations. Our attorneys possess profound experience in dealing with complex asset classes, including private business interests, intellectual property, international real estate, and art collections. Our wealth preservation services include:
- Comprehensive estate planning, including wills, sophisticated trusts, and charitable giving vehicles
- Income, gift, and estate tax planning and defense of audits before the IRS
- Trust administration, estate administration, and fiduciary accounting
- Business succession planning for entrepreneurs and closely held enterprises
- Fiduciary and probate litigation, including will contests and trust modifications
When you must hire an attorney to protect your family legacy or resolve a complex inheritance dispute, our estate and litigation groups coordinate seamlessly to defend your interests.
Elite Commercial Practice and Corporate Governance
While celebrated for its private client services, Cummings & Lockwood also boasts an elite commercial practice serving emerging ventures, mid-market businesses, and Fortune 500 corporations. Our corporate attorneys advise clients on entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, commercial financing, credit transactions, and equity structuring. Additionally, the firm represents developers, lenders, and investors in major commercial real estate projects, assisting with land use, zoning, leasing, and environmental regulations across Connecticut.
Strategic Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation
When business disputes or fiduciary conflicts arise, having a trial-ready legal team is essential. Our commercial litigation group represents clients in state and federal courts, handling contract breaches, partnership dissolution disputes, and labor and employment issues. We strive to achieve cost-effective resolutions through mediation or arbitration, yet we remain prepared to aggressively litigate to protect your corporate and financial assets.
Partner with Cummings & Lockwood in Stamford
The firm continues to combine Homer Cummings' legacy of public service and Charles Lockwood's commitment to personalized care. We operate with a highly secure, client-first digital framework, offering online client portals and advanced billing transparency. Contact our Stamford headquarters today to coordinate a consultation with a nationally recognized legal authority and secure your financial future.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
The office is situated in the prestigious Landmark Square business complex in Downtown Stamford, right in the center of the city's financial and commercial district.
Building Location
Housed inside 6 Landmark Square, which is part of a prominent seven-building Class A office complex in downtown Stamford. It is located near Veterans Memorial Park, Town Hall Park, and Atlantic Square.
Parking Details
Parking is highly accessible. Visitors can use valet parking (entry from Broad Street) or self-park in the underground multi-storey Bell Street Garage or the Landmark Square garage. The firm's receptionist on the 9th floor can validate parking tickets.
Public Transit
Served by CTtransit Stamford Route 331 (High Ridge Rd); nearest stop is at Atlantic St @ Bell St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of 6 Landmark Square (Building Six). Take the elevators up to the 9th floor reception area to check in with the receptionist.