CRIMINAL DEFENSE

We believe strongly in the American Constitutional principle that an individual is innocent until proven guilty. We work hard to provide a vigorous and competent defense. Our firm has years of criminal defense experience including the skills of a former Assistant United States Attorney. We handle all types of criminal cases regularly appearing in state and federal courts in Connecticut.
JUVENILE LAW

The firm has represented hundreds of clients in juvenile court neglect and termination of parental rights proceedings in Connecticut. Our clients consist of parents, children, adoptive parents, grandparents and other family members. The area of juvenile law is a unique area of law and requires a specific knowledge of the system in order to properly represent clients. Furthermore, clients need a strong advocate to represent their interest when working with DCF and the Attorney general?s Office. We are skilled in handling any juvenile matter.

RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

Whether you are buying, selling or refinancing your home it can be a stressful time. It can be a complicated process dealing with banks, credit unions, mortgage brokers, real estate agents and insurance agents. Our office handles hundreds of closings each year. Our staff is trained to deal with all aspects of a real estate closing to insure your transaction is completed in a smooth and timely manner. Our services include all aspects of the closing process from preparing and negotiating contracts, drafting deeds and explaining the sometimes confusing adjustment computations for oil, taxes and mortgage payoffs.

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Our office represents individuals and businesses in structuring and closing their commercial loan. Most commercial loans can seem very complex at the outsight. Our attorneys will breakdown the process and guide you through the closing. We will work closely with the loan officer and bank attorney to make sure the process is smooth. We will also provide advice and counsel as to the most appropriate way to protect your business from liability.

ESTATE/PROBATE ADMINISTRATION

Probate involves winding up the personal assets of an individual after death. The process is governed through the local probate court in the town in which the individual died. Probating an estate involves overseeing the appointment of executors and administrators, filing a list of assets with the court, filing state and federal tax returns, and we will attend all probate court proceedings. Many law firms make this sound like a complex area of area and subsequently charge excessive fees. We will simplify the process and charge a reasonable fee. Our goal is to help you and your loved ones through this process and reduce the emotional and financial strain by efficiently completing the estate in a timely fashion

CONSERVATORSHIP

Our attorneys have been appointed through the local probate court to manage the affairs of many individuals who were unable to take care of themselves due to age or illness. We are familiar with the probate process and court rules and can make this process easier on the family members and loved ones.

EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION

Our office represents employees in a variety of matters relating to the employment relationship including discrimination claims, sexual harassment, wage/hour and unemployment matters, wrongful discharge and employer/employee relations. We are familiar with the process from the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, state court and federal court. Our attorneys will attempt to negotiate a settlement on your behalf without the need for complex and time consuming litigation. However, if necessary we will fully litigate your case through the court system.

APPEALS

Our attorneys have substantial experience in representing clients in appeals before the Superior Court and Appellate Court of Connecticut. We have also represented clients in appeals to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in New York. The appeals have dealt with land use, tax, family law, criminal, driving while intoxicated and civil matters.

DIVORCE, CUSTODY, CHILD SUPPORT AND VISITATION

We represent clients in initiating and defending divorce, legal separation and pursue temporary orders to protect our clients? interests while the case is pending. Divorce can be a difficult and emotional time. Our attorneys have substantial experience in negotiating an equitable settlement between the parties. However, if an agreement is not possible our attorneys will proceed to trial to protect your interests. We are experienced in addressing issues such as alimony, child support, property division, transfer of real estate and pension division.

WILLS, TRUSTS AND ESTATE PLANNING

Estate planning can involve drawing a simple will or as complex as drafting a large multimillion dollar trust agreement. At Golas, Golas & Golas, P.C. we will help you with all of your needs including wills, trusts, living wills, appointment of health care agents, appointment of conservators, power of attorney and advice concerning life insurance, retirement accounts and proper tax planning.

ELDER LAW

This is typically a very difficult time for individuals when confronted with a family member who is in need of long-term nursing home care. Thoughts of losing the family home and plunging into financial ruin are reoccurring fears often suffered by clients.
We are able to explain the options and relieve your misconceptions about the process. Further we are able to guide clients through the often confusing process of applying for governmental assistance for the costs of long term nursing home care, the probate process of appointing a conservator, protecting assets, protecting the family home, applying for Medicaid Title 19 benefits and long-term health care planning.

PERSONAL INJURY