John J. Ferguson

John J. Ferguson is a seasoned estate planning lawyer at Ferguson Cohen LLP with 50 years of focused experience in estate and tax planning. Recognized by the New York Law Journal as “Who’s Who in Trusts & Estates,” he is widely respected for guiding individuals, families, executives, and business owners through complex planning matters. John combines deep legal knowledge with practical strategy, helping clients protect wealth, reduce tax exposure, and preserve legacies across generations with clarity and confidence.

John earned his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law and his B.S. in History from the College of the Holy Cross. He is admitted to practice in New York, Connecticut, and before the U.S. Supreme Court. He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer distinction for legal ability and ethics. His certifications include Trusts & Estates and Taxation, reflecting decades of concentrated experience in these highly technical areas of law.

John has served as Managing Partner and advised CEOs, CFOs, and leaders of Fortune 100 companies throughout his career. His representative clients include private banking institutions, charitable foundations, closely held businesses, and high-net-worth families. He is also a respected lecturer, presenting estate and tax seminars for major corporations and academic institutions, including Pace University School of Law. His guidance is sought for sophisticated estate structures and long-term wealth planning strategies.

John J. Ferguson remains committed to service beyond his legal practice. He has supported numerous charitable and educational organizations, including St. Thomas Aquinas College, the Gregorian University Foundation, and the Southampton Animal Shelter. With offices in Connecticut, New York, and Florida, he continues to provide thoughtful, strategic counsel to clients seeking trusted leadership in trusts, estates, and tax planning matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Ferguson Cohen LLP
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Connecticut
• New York

Education

• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• College of the Holy Cross
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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