About Karen
Karen E. Yates: Wealth Planning Attorney in New Haven, CT
As a partner in the Trust, Estates and Charitable Planning team at Withers, Karen E. Yates is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal advice on wealth planning for individuals, families, and family offices. Her expertise extends across a wide range of areas including wealth transfer tax planning, fiduciary administration, business succession, charitable giving, and income tax planning for various entities such as estates, trusts, and business entities. She also specializes in restructuring trusts to enhance efficiency and meet the evolving needs of her clients.
Practice Areas
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Karen’s commitment to excellence is recognized through her recognition as Lawyer of the Year for Trusts and Estates in both 2025 and 2022, awarded by Martindale - Hubbell, a prestigious AV Rated attorney.
Education & Credentials
- Universities: Cornell University (undergraduate), Harvard Law School (J.D.)
- Bar Admissions: Connecticut, United States
- Awards:
- Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, New Haven (2025), Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, New Haven (2022), Recognized: Tax Law, Recognized: Trusts and Estates, Best Attorney USA since 2021
- Firms: Withers
- Affiliations: American Bar Association (ABA), Connecticut Bar Association (CBA)
- Languages: English
- Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2021
- City, State, Country: New Haven, CT, United States
