Serving Clients throughout Lower Fairfield County
Herz PLLC
I am here for:
You’ve worked hard to build your life. Don’t leave the next chapter to chance. A clear estate plan protects your family, your assets, and your peace of mind—without confusion or even going to court (with more advanced planning).
Handling an estate or trust after a loss can feel overwhelming—and the last thing you need is more confusion. David will guide you gracefully through probate or trust administration handling the many details so that the process is as smooth as possible.
Welcome to Herz PLLC
Welcome to Herz PLLC. If you are here, chances are you are thinking about your family, your future, and what happens to everything you have worked hard to build. That is not always an easy place to start—but you do not have to figure it out alone.
I am David Herz. I have been a lawyer since 1994. I help Connecticut families, professionals, retirees, and business owners secure their legacy. My job is to make estate planning and probate clear, practical, and personal. No legal fog. No pressure. Just straight answers and a plan that fits your life.
Whether you want to protect your assets and your loved ones, avoid conflict later, make sure your wishes are honored, or handle a loved one’s estate with confidence, we’ll guide you through every step. You will understand what we are doing and why, and you will leave with peace of mind—not a binder of confusing paperwork.
If you are feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, that is normal. The best next move is simple: talk with me. We will start with a conversation, get clear on what matters most to you, and if we are right for each other, map out your best path forward.
Meet The Attorney
David Herz guides you through the necessary, and sometimes courageous, decisions that shape legacies. You want clarity, control, and peace of mind. Here you will be heard, understood, and supported as you are making some of the hardest decisions a person can make.
Our vision is simple:
We are the place You turn to get your life organized and moving in the right direction. We aim to be your first stop when you want to get important things done. We don’t just help you plan. We help you carry it out—step by step—so your choices hold up in the real world, not just look good on paper.
Attorney at Law
Sound Familiar?
Most people who come to us aren’t worried about “documents.” They’re worried about what happens to their family and their business when life strikes. We help You, help Your loved ones:
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Avoid Family Conflict — fighting over money, roles or "what Mom/Dad would've wanted," or who was the most loved.
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Probate — steer gracefully through probate and/or other court proceedings.
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Manage Your Affairs if You are Incapacitated — make sure the right people are making medical and financial decisions.
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Continue Your Business — make sure your partners, employees, or family have a solid succession plan.
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Be Protected — put in place the structures so your spouse, child, or special needs beneficiary thrive even when you are no longer there.
Why good planning matters: Your clear plan prevents family fights, keeps your estate out of court, protects your business, and makes sure the right people are in charge when you can’t speak for yourself. That plan keeps your loved ones safe and steady when they need it most.
Few people are ever really excited about putting their plans together, but they are often surprised how relieved they are when they know the plan is in place. To get that plan in place you need to start the conversation:
Peace of mind starts with a simple conversation.
