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When you’re involved in a dispute regarding a loved one, you may feel like you are alone in the fight. You want to know you’ve got the right advocate in your corner.. Meet Andrew. Your advocate. Andrew will work for you to pursue your goals and help solve problems. Andrew believes the keys to advocating for you are preparation, compassion, and empathy. He will immediately make you feel at ease with his caring and easy-going manner. And you can be assured that Andrew has your best interests at top of mind.. Ultimately, Andrew’s goal is to pave the way for shared understanding and mutually beneficial outcomes to solve a dispute – whether that is through mediation, research, legal briefs, or in the courtroom.. Andrew’s practice is broad in both subject matter and the range of clients he represents. Whether a dispute involves inheritances, trusts, medical care, or conservatorship, Andrew assists individuals, families, non-profit organizations, medical professionals, and corporations in achieving the best possible result.. Andrew has appeared in all Connecticut courts (Probate, Superior, Appellate, and Supreme) and the United States District Court of Connecticut.. Prior to joining Czepiga, Daly, Pope & Perri, Andrew worked in civil litigation including probate matters, health care, personal injury, and medical malpractice defense. He has also done pro bono work for indigent children in juvenile matters and has represented prisoners in civil rights cases.. Aside from his life at the office and in the court room, Andrew enjoys cooking, running, golf, and listening to the Yankees on the radio. But most of all, he enjoys spending time with his family – his wife and two young daughters.

Specializing in Patent Law, Trademark Law, Intellectual Property, and bringing ideas to market across the USA.. Now also offering divorce, custody, and other services in Connecticut, including for those whose lifestyles may affect their legal matters.. Attorney Pfabé is a Patent Attorney & Intellectual Property (including Trademarks) Counsel with over 15 years in engineering, management, and executive roles, having launched dozens of products in both start-ups and established companies. He knows what it's like to take an idea, assess the market, protect the idea, manufacture it, and make it profitable.. He works with Patents and other Federal Intellectual Property matters all across the USA.. Attorney Pfabé has expanded his practice to include divorce, including uncontested divorce, custody, and other family law matters in Connecticut, with a growing network of partnered attorneys in other states. He is also a Kink Aware Professional and welcomes clients whose lifestyles may affect their legal matters, all with experience, understanding, and empathy.

Simply put, Carmine Perri’s goal is to protect your rights. He will defend you against nursing facilities that initiate collection actions, he will represent you in conservatorships, will contests, and other contested probate matters, and he will hold accountable those who are responsible for financial exploitation and elder abuse. And, because of his experience and expertise with Medicaid, he knows what it will take to win a Medicaid case for you. Carmine represents individuals from all over the country as well as internationally, and has argued before the Connecticut Supreme Court, the Connecticut Appellate Court, and throughout the State at the trial court and probate court levels. His most prominent cases, are those relating to elder law litigation, nursing facility collection, Will contests, estate litigation, and financial exploitation. Among his successful court case outcomes was a decision released February 1, 2018. The Connecticut Supreme Court found in favor of the Carmine’s clients (Paul Valliere et al.) who had challenged the Commissioner of Social Services over a determination from the Department of Social Services (DSS) regarding whether or not a preexisting spousal support order rendered by the Probate Court was binding on DSS. Carmine was admitted to the Connecticut Bar in 2005, the U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut in 2005, and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in 2011. He is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association Elder Law Section and a member of the Connecticut Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. From 2014-2019, Carmine was selected as a New England Elder Law “Rising Star” by New England Super Lawyers magazine, and in 2020, he was named a Super Lawyer. In 2011, Carmine was appointed to the Probate Court Rules Advisory Committee. The Committee drafted new rules and revised existing rules regarding probate procedure and practice. The 26-member committee comprised judges, attorneys, court staff, and members of the public. Additionally, in 2016, Carmine was one of the authors of the newly revised “Court-Appointed Attorneys in Courts of Probate” manual. He also serves on the Connecticut Bar Journal’s Board of Editors. A frequently sought-after speaker, Carmine also loves research, writing and oral argument. In his down time, Carmine enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, running, or cycling.

My broad-based business litigation practice includes counseling clients on a range of issues involving commercial contract disputes, collections, real estate litigation (including evictions), white-collar fraud, unfair trade practices, construction litigation, civil rights violations, condominium law, partnership disputes, and litigation involving shareholders and members.. I have first chair trial experience and have been involved in many depositions, arbitrations, mediations, settlement conferences and other aspects of commercial litigation practice. I also counsels and assists clients in forming/dissolving business entities, partnerships disputes, real estate issues and loan workouts.. I have defended and resolved disputes with the CT Department of Banking, defended minority shareholders in an appraisal rights proceeding, resolved a highly contested family business separation, and assisted with the successful defense of an individual sued by the Securities and Exchange Commission for insider trading violations. I have successfully negotiated settlements for individuals and corporate entities involved in business disputes, secured numerous real estate and bank account attachments to prevent adverse parties from concealing assets, and negotiated favorable plea dispositions for individuals prosecuted for crimes in state court.

Litigation can be overwhelming. It’s difficult enough to keep track of what’s happening in your life, let alone your court case. Robert understands this and works diligently to keep you up-to-date and informed throughout the entire litigation process.. As part of the Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri litigation team, Robert drafts motions, pleadings and briefs. A master researcher, Robert uses his skills to help devise strategies and tactics to strengthen your case. Robert is passionate about protecting your interests.. When he’s not in the office, Robert enjoys spending time in the great outdoors. He enjoys fishing and has recently picked up fly fishing. He also has an interest in art and history and relishes trips to museums when time allows.. Robert is active in the community with an organization he holds dear to his heart – the Jordan Porco Foundation. It is a Connecticut-based organization that focuses on suicide prevention and mental health awareness in the college and young adult population. He has been involved with the organization since its inception.

Litigation Attorney Adam Avallone understands that a day in court can be an overwhelming and daunting experience – which is exactly why you can feel at ease having Adam in your corner.. First and foremost, Adam believes in putting his clients in the best possible position to obtain a favorable outcome. Yet, he also recognizes that in some cases a judicial resolution will be needed. With both a tenacious approach and a calm demeanor, Adam will work with you in all aspects of your litigation matter (including trial and appeal) to represent your best interests legally as well as being responsive of your concerns and questions.. Adam, an experienced litigator, has worked representing clients in trial courts throughout Connecticut and the Connecticut Appellate Court. Specifically, before joining Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri, Adam represented clients in multiple areas of title disputes including priority claims, reformation of mortgages, and quiet title actions. He also has experience as a litigator in foreclosures, loan recovery, and lender liability claims.As a part of the Czepiga Daly Pope and Perri litigation team, Adam helps clients in need of defending, negotiating and/or prosecuting in areas such as fiduciary litigation, probate litigation, Will contests, nursing home collections, elder financial exploitation, and conservatorships.

Katie is an Associate Attorney at Robert Fortgang Associates, LLC, where she represents the interests of both management and individual clients in employment cases in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies.. Prior to joining Robert Fortgang Associates, Katie served as a Law Clerk for a small general practice law firm in Springfield, Massachusetts where she focused on personal injury matters.

In 1989, I left a partnership in a medium-size firm to establish this firm, where one attorney is responsible for a matter from start to finish.  Clients receive personal attention from me and my assistant.  Having worked at a medium-size firm, I believe this provides superior service.  This law firm utilizes up-to-date technologies in the service of our clients.  Lawyers who prepare with the expectation that the case will settle put their clients at a disadvantage.  Complete preparation assures the best presentation of the evidence at trial and increases the likelihood that the opposition will agree to a favorable settlement to avoid trial.  It has become the standard of our practice to work hard and always be prepared.

I focus on corporate transactional work such as drafting contracts, agreements and leases. I also has experience litigating and negotiating a variety of matters, including landlord-tenant disputes, premises liability defense, personal injury claims, and wrongful termination claims. I have served as second chair in a jury trial that was litigated to successful verdict for the client in a wrongful termination case.

For over 30 years, Attorney Ritson has been providing expert legal representation to clients in the Hartford, Connecticut area. Mr. Ritson is both an experienced trial lawyer and a personable, approachable counselor at law, offering clarity and assistance to clients facing a variety of legal challenges. Mr. Ritson has an outstanding reputation both with his peers and among the legal community at large.. In his over 28 years of practice, Attorney Ritson has never been disciplined or had any action taken against him. He is an active member of the community, is married with three children.

Attorney Paul J. Knierim practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, estate and trust administration, and resolution of probate disputes. Paul, a retired probate judge, brings unparalleled problem-solving strategies to bear on even the most complex of issues. He also serves as a mediator to help families to resolve disputes outside of court.. Paul's experience includes more than two decades of service in the judiciary. He served for 12 years as judge of the Simsbury Probate Court. In 2008, the Chief Justice appointed Paul to lead the state’s Probate Courts as Probate Court Administrator, a role he served until 2019.. Paul’s experience as a lawyer and judge is enormously valuable to his clients, but he adds even more value with his ability to bring a sense of calm to tense situations and his skill in facilitating creative solutions. A problem solver with deep knowledge of probate law and keen insight into family dynamics, Paul provides objective and practical guidance to help families resolve their conflicts quickly, cost effectively, and with as little drama as possible.. During his 11 years as head of the Probate Court system, Paul was responsible for policy leadership and operation of all 54 of the state’s Probate Courts. Among his many accomplishments, he. • Resolved decades-long debate over court reform by building consensus among judges, executive branch officials, legislators, and municipal leaders• Enacted stronger judicial ethics codes, expanded continuing education for judges and court staff, won passage of legislation to modernize probate law and overhauled the rules of procedure that govern probate cases• Established better support and oversight for conservators through free online training, legally binding standards of practice and random audits• Launched numerous initiatives to strengthen the professionalism of the Probate Courts, streamline court procedures and improve the customer experiencePrior to his role as Probate Court Administrator:• He served as Simsbury probate judge for 12 years• He practiced law in the areas of estate planning, probate, and family business at two Greater Hartford firms• He served 3 terms as State Representative in the General Assembly, where he was assistant minority leader and ranking member of the Education Committee

As part of the litigation team at Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri team, Nicole will work to protect you and advocate for you during a vulnerable time in your life. When you meet with Nicole, you’ll see that she takes the time to learn about you, your unique situation, and will answer your questions in plain English.. Nicole’s goal is to make sure that you understand your options and feel comfortable with your choices. In addition to her keen attention to detail, Nicole’s clients have commented on her ability to bring them peace of mind during the litigation process. Simply put, Nicole is a great person to have on your side to help you retain, process, and understand what’s happening with your case.. At Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri, Nicole defends, prosecutes, and engages in mediation in the areas of fiduciary litigation, probate litigation, conservatorships, nursing home collections, and administrative appeals. She also investigates and challenges fiduciary accountings and mismanagement at both the probate and superior court level (powers of attorney, trustees, and conservators.)