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Provided by William J Hennessey Jr
Land Use: Zoning, Permitting & Litigation
Real Estate Finance
Bill’s practice is concentrated on planning, zoning and related land use issues, as well as real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, leases, financings and tax appeals. He has considerable experience on issues of municipal law primarily related to land use and real estate development issues. For various clients, Bill has been involved with many of the major development projects in Stamford and other Connecticut communities. From 1981 to 1986, he was an Assistant Corporation Counsel in the City of Stamford and has served as a Special Master in the Connecticut Superior Court. Bill was also named a Stamford Citizen of the Year, in 2023, along with his wife Jevera.
Prior to Carmody, Bill was a partner with Sandak Hennessey & Greco LLP and from 1981 to 1984 was Assistant Corporate Counsel for the City of Stamford.
Adjunct Professor of Land Use Law at the University of Connecticut School of Law
American Bar Association, Section of Real Property, Probate and Trust Law
Connecticut Bar Association, Planning & Zoning Executive Committee, Real Property Section
Fairfield County Bar Association
Real Estate Finance Association of Connecticut
Urban Land Institute
International Association of Assessing Officers
NAIOP
Provided by Chambers
William Hennessey isrespected for his expertise in challenging permitting matters. He is frequently involved in large-scale development projects and zoning disputes.
Provided by Chambers
"Bill is a pro's pro. He gets the highest marks in all categories. He's very capable, aware, humble and well connected - he's very effective in his craft."
"Bill is a pro's pro. He gets the highest marks in all categories. He's very capable, aware, humble and well connected - he's very effective in his craft."
