Jennifer D. Port

Jennifer D. Port is a Partner at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, focusing on estate and tax planning, trust and estate administration, and representation of tax-exempt organizations. She advises individuals and families on comprehensive estate plans and provides practical, clear guidance to fiduciaries managing estates and trusts.

Jennifer earned her J.D. from the Benjamin Cardozo School of Law of Yeshiva University and her B.A. from Union College. She uses this strong academic background to guide clients through complex matters with clarity, careful planning, and steady support at every stage in both New York and Connecticut settings.

Jennifer provides ongoing counsel in trust and estate administration, helping fiduciaries meet legal duties and manage assets responsibly. She works closely with clients to simplify processes, reduce stress, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements while protecting long term goals for families and beneficiaries in each engagement.

Jennifer also represents tax exempt organizations and serves as an officer and director for numerous charitable foundations. She manages daily operations, supports governance practices, and ensures compliance with applicable rules. Her work reflects a strong commitment to community service and careful oversight of charitable activities and responsibilities for clients.

Jennifer regularly negotiates and drafts Connecticut prenuptial agreements, guiding clients through sensitive discussions with respect and clarity. She focuses on practical outcomes and clear terms, helping couples plan responsibly while protecting individual interests and promoting fairness and understanding in legally binding agreements and future planning decisions for both parties.

Jennifer is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association. She received the AV Notable rating from Martindale-Hubbell in 2025. Her community service includes roles with the Greenwich Scholarship Association, YWCA of Greenwich, and several nonprofit boards where she held leadership positions.

Jennifer D. Port brings decades of experience in trusts and estates, tax planning, and nonprofit governance. She is admitted in Connecticut and New York and is known for clear advice and dependable service. Her work supports clients, families, and organizations with practical solutions and strong ethical standards.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Mandelbaum Barrett PC
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association

Licensed State

• Connecticut
• New York

Education

• Pace University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Connecticut
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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