Colleen Entenman

Colleen Entenman is an attorney who focuses on elder law, estate planning, asset protection, probate, and related planning matters. She helps clients prepare for long-term needs, protect resources, and understand legal options involving care, family planning, and financial security. Her work combines legal knowledge with practical guidance for families. She supports informed decisions during important transitions and planning situations with confidence, clarity, practical counsel, and steady client support in each matter.

Colleen earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from Quinnipiac University School of Law. She received concentration honors in Tax Law, Civil Advocacy and Dispute Resolution, and Family Law. She also holds a B.A. in Economics from Michigan State University and an M.B.A. from the University of Michigan. Her education supports her work in elder law, estate planning, tax matters, financial strategy, and client advocacy across sensitive planning situations and disputes.

Colleen had an extensive corporate career before entering law, giving her strong insight into finance, planning, and strategic decision-making. She later served in leadership at Quinnipiac University School of Law and continues to lecture on charitable gift planning. Her experience helps clients understand complex legal and financial issues. She creates practical plans for care, asset protection, probate concerns, and future security for families and individuals facing important planning decisions ahead.

Colleen Entenman is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York. She is active in professional organizations, including state bar associations and charitable planning groups. Her work also includes pro bono service and support for legal education. She focuses on clear communication, careful preparation, and client-centered solutions. She helps families address elder law, estate planning, and long-term care issues with reliable legal guidance and thoughtful support throughout legal planning needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Allaire Elder Law LLC
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Connecticut
• New York

Education

• Quinnipiac University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) Magna Cum Laude
• University of Michigan
  Master of Business Administration
• Michigan State University
  BA in Economics

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