When you need legal advice, you want a lawyer with experience. You also want an attorney who will listen to your unique concerns and help you find innovative solutions that protect your interests. This is what we call "forward thinking." Residential and commercial real estate - We work with individuals and businesses at all stages of a real estate transaction, from the negotiation of contract through closing. We also handle residential and commercial leases, and real estate financing and refinancing. We work with real estate professionals and home owners in all aspects of real estate planning, development, zoning, zoning enforcement, and environmental protection before local boards throughout Fairfield County. We prosecute and defend administrative appeals. We also litigate real estate disputes, including construction disputes, and breaches of contract. Wills, trusts and probate - Our attorneys help clients establish and implement plans for the distribution of their estates. We also help clients settle the estate of a loved one through the probate court, and handle any litigation that may arise during the administration of the estate. Workers compensation and disability claims - We represent people who have been injured in the workplace or who cannot work because of illness or injury, helping them recover benefits under state workers compensation laws or the federal Social Security system. We also handle disputes involving a private disability insurance policy.