Top Attorney – Mary Pierson Keating
Darien, CT WW/Press/– Mary Pierson Keating, Attorney, with Mary Keating Esq., LLC is recognized and distinguished in The Top Attorneys of North America 2026-2027 edition. 
Mary Pierson Keating, Esq.
Honest. Dependable. Personable.
Attorney Mary Pierson Keating is the founder of Mary Keating Esq, LLC, a law firm dedicated to helping individuals and families create a secure and thoughtful Plan for Life. With over 35 years of legal experience, Mary is known for her unwavering honesty, dependable guidance, and personable approach to addressing her clients’ needs. Her practice areas include Estate Planning (Wills & Trusts, Probate, and Elder Law), Real Estate Law, and Business Law, where she works closely with clients to craft comprehensive legal strategies that reflect their values, vision, and goals.
Admitted to the New York Bar in 1986 and the Connecticut Bar in 1989, Mary’s legal expertise is matched by her deep commitment to advocacy and community service. She is a passionate advocate for disability rights, striving to create a more inclusive world, and is a vocal proponent of treating older citizens with dignity and respect. Her dedication to these causes is a testament to her integrity and compassion, qualities that have earned her the trust and admiration of her clients and peers alike.
Mary’s academic achievements include earning her Juris Doctor (JD) from Yale Law School in 1985 and graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Religion from Manhattanville College in 1979. She is a proud member of Elder Counsel and the Connecticut Bar Association, and her leadership has been recognized through her appointments to the State Rehabilitation Council by two Connecticut governors. During her tenure, she served as Secretary and Chairperson, demonstrating her dependable leadership and commitment to public service.
Mary’s influence extends beyond the courtroom. She has been a speaker at the 1995 ABA Annual Meeting, addressing the topic of working with disabled lawyers and clients, and has volunteered her legal expertise to nonprofit organizations through the Pro Bono Partnership. Her community involvement also includes serving as Vice President and Secretary of the Board of Trustees for the Rowayton Library, where she contributed to fostering education and community engagement.
Recognized for her excellence, Mary has been named one of the Top Attorneys of North America by Who’s Who Directories since 2015. Her creative talents also shine through her poetry, earning her Pushcart Prize nominations in 2021 and 2022 for her poignant works addressing the psychological effects of COVID-19 and the challenges of brain disorders within families.
Mary Pierson Keating’s career is defined by her honesty, dependability, and personable nature. Whether she’s guiding families through estate planning, advocating for disability rights, or contributing to her community, Mary’s dedication to making a positive impact is evident in everything she does.
The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.