Litigation & General Practice

No matter your need, our experienced team will provide knowledgeable advice and offer effective, practical solutions. We work with clients on a variety of critical business processes, including:

• Business Entity Formation & Restructuring: Guiding you through choosing the right structure (e.g., LLC, Corporation, Partnership) and adapting as your business evolves.
• Mergers & Acquisitions: Facilitating smooth transactions, from due diligence to closing.
• Disposition of Assets & Enterprises: Advising on the sale or transfer of business components or entire companies.
• Critical Disputes & Litigation: Representing your interests in commercial disagreements and court proceedings.
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Creating clear, enforceable agreements for all business operations.

Representing businesses and individuals in legal actions to protect or enforce their rights.

Helping to collect the money owed to you by other businesses or individual debtors.

If you own a rental property, you understand that anything can happen – from tenant disputes and property damage to concerns about criminal activity. If you’re a tenant, you know the importance of fair treatment and habitable living conditions. In either role, navigating the complexities of rental agreements and property laws requires knowledgeable legal guidance. That’s precisely where we come in.

We have extensive experience in disputes between landlords and tenants. We understand the real estate laws and specific regulations in Connecticut and are here to help you clearly understand your rights and effectively pursue viable legal solutions, ensuring your interests are protected.

Every landlord-tenant situation is unique, and we recognize that individual circumstances require tailored approaches. However, we possess deep expertise managing a wide variety of common landlord/tenant disputes. These include:

• Unpaid Rent & Debt Recovery: Assisting landlords in recovering overdue rent and related debts, or helping tenants understand their rights and options regarding payment issues.
• Evictions: Guiding landlords through the proper legal eviction process and defending tenants against wrongful evictions.
• False Claims & Disputes: Representing parties in disputes over property damage claims, habitability issues, security deposit returns, and other contested matters.
• Lease Agreement Drafting & Review: Ensuring clear, legally sound contracts that protect both landlord and tenant interests.
• Tenant Rights & Responsibilities: Advising tenants on their rights regarding privacy, repairs, discrimination, and more.
• Landlord Rights & Responsibilities: Guiding landlords on their obligations regarding property maintenance, safety, and tenant relations.

If you have been involved in an accident or have experienced the tragic loss of a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you may be facing not only profound physical and emotional pain but also the overwhelming financial burden of medical expenses, lost income, and other frustrating challenges. Navigating the aftermath of such an event can be incredibly difficult, but you don’t have to face it alone. We can help you pursue justice and secure the compensation you deserve when dealing with any of the following situations:

• Car Accidents: Representing victims of car, truck, motorcycle, and other vehicle collisions.
• Slip and Fall Accidents: Holding property owners accountable for unsafe conditions.
• Workplace Accidents: Assisting injured workers with their claims and navigating workers’ compensation.
• Wrongful Death: Seeking justice and compensation for families who have lost a loved one due to negligence.
• Dog Bites: Protecting victims of animal attacks and securing recovery for injuries.
• Defamation: Representing individuals whose reputations have been harmed by false statements.
• Assault and Battery: Pursuing civil claims against those responsible for intentional harm.
• Construction Accidents: Advocating for workers and others injured on dangerous construction sites.
• And more: We handle a broad spectrum of negligence-based claims.

• Real Estate Contracts & Closings (Buy & Sell): Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements to ensure secure and smooth transactions.
• Title Issues: Verifying and securing clear legal ownership for your property.
• Real Estate Financing: Providing guidance on loan agreements and financial structures.
• Leasing Agreements: Crafting and reviewing comprehensive residential and commercial leases.
• Property Acquisition & Redevelopment: Supporting you through the entire process of acquiring and developing land.
• Homeowners & Condo Associations: Providing legal counsel for association formation, governance, and dispute resolution.
• Boundary Disputes & Easements: Resolving conflicts related to property lines and access rights.
• Lien Foreclosures: Representing financial institutions, municipalities, and third-party lienholders in lien enforcement proceedings.
• Foreclosure Defense & Loan Modifications: Offering guidance and representation in challenging financial situations related to real property.
• Quiet Title Actions: Assisting with establishing clear ownership when there are competing claims.
• Partition Actions: Seeking a court order to sell real property you own with someone else when you cannot agree on how the property should be managed.

What are your final wishes? How do you want your assets managed – both now and after you pass? These fundamental choices are too important to leave to chance or postpone for “someday.” Taking action today ensures clarity and peace of mind for your future and for those you care about most.
We offer strategic estate planning to meet your goals:

• Protect Assets: Safeguard your hard-earned wealth from unforeseen circumstances and unnecessary taxes.
• Plan for Illness or Incapacity: Establish clear directives for your care and financial management should you become unable to make decisions.
• Avoid Probate: Streamline the transfer of assets, often saving time, costs, and maintaining privacy for your heirs.
• Protect Beneficiaries: Ensure your loved ones, including minors or those with special needs, receive their inheritance securely and as intended.
• Minimize Taxes: Implement strategies to reduce estate and gift taxes, preserving more of your wealth for your beneficiaries.
• Gift Assets: Plan for charitable contributions or gifts to family members in a tax-efficient manner.
• Pay for Medical and Long-Term Care: Establish provisions for potential healthcare costs, easing financial burdens on your family.
• Appoint Guardianship: Clearly define care for minor children.
• Administer Estates and Trusts: Provide comprehensive support for executors and trustees, ensuring proper distribution and management.