When Nia Srodoski founded NCS Law in 2021, she wasn’t just starting a law firm—she realized a vision that blended her deep legal expertise with a desire to make legal services approachable and meaningful for families. After years in diverse legal fields, including healthcare litigation, intellectual property and trust and estates, Nia discovered that estate planning and real estate law were where her heart truly belonged.
“I was drawn to estate planning when I worked for a smaller firm that had an estate planning group,” Srodoski recalls. “Helping families prepare for their future and making legal processes less intimidating for them—it felt like my soul’s work.”
Her legal journey started at a trial law firm in Minneapolis, where she thrived as a litigator fresh out of law school. After getting married and having a son, Nia and her family moved to Connecticut. “We were looking for a town to call home, and we fell in love with Glastonbury. It was the best decision I could have made,” she says.
Starting NCS Law during the pandemic was both bold and strategic. “I wanted to find a better way to balance family and career,” Srodoski explains. “With the support of friends and colleagues who told me to go for it, I took the leap. I’m so happy I did.”
What sets Srodoski apart is her down-to-earth approach. “I don’t have the standard lawyer vibe,” she laughs. “Clients appreciate that I communicate without legal jargon and make things clear and approachable. I want people to understand their options and feel empowered.”
The landscape of estate planning is evolving, with online services and AI-driven tools on the rise. Srodoski acknowledges the convenience of these platforms but warns against relying solely on them.
“People need to understand that a computer isn’t equivalent to someone with a beating heart,” she says. “Legal documents need to be executed correctly and thoughtfully within the law. A one-size-fits-all approach often overlooks crucial details that a skilled attorney would catch.”
Currently, Nia is preparing clients for the changes in federal tax exemption laws set to sunset in 2025.
“People will need guidance to review and update their estate plans, and I want to be there to help them navigate that.”
Establishing a law practice in a new state without a robust network presented its challenges, but Nia's approach to relationship-building paid off. “
Word of mouth was key. One person told another about me, and I built connections with financial advisors, real estate agents and even parents from my son’s daycare. Those relationships didn’t happen overnight, but they’ve been invaluable.”
Her community involvement is a natural extension of her practice. She supports local events, sponsors Little League and nonprofit galas, and participates in the local chamber of commerce. She is focused on growth and deeper community engagement.
“Last year was about regrouping, and now I’m back and ready to expand. I want to be more involved in the community and continue fostering relationships that benefit my clients and the local area.”
At the heart of her journey is a commitment to family, clients and a meaningful practice. “This work is deeply personal to me. Starting this firm was the best decision I could have made, and I’m excited for what comes next.”
NCS Law
Glastonbury: 219 Addison Rd., Suite 401
Hartford: 100 Pearl St., 14th Floor
Phone: 860-966-9968
Online: Ncslawllc.com
Email: nia@ncslawllc.com
Clients appreciate that I communicate without legal jargon and make things clear.