• Homepage
  • Practice Areas
  • Our Attorneys
  • Committed to Service
  • In the News
  • Contact Us

 

  • FAQs
  • Networking Events and Seminars
  • Request a Consultation
  • Make a Payment
  • Resources
  • Forms for Family Law Clients

Wolf & Shore, LLC’s Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, May 24, 2012

 

Quinnipiac Chamber EDGE Event: Crush Club, May 30th

 

Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce: PULSE Happy Hour: Chamard Vineyards, June 21st

 

Seminar Presented by Wolf & Shore, LLC: “Top 10 Weirdest Questions Attorneys are Asked,” at Maplewood at Orange, June 27th

 

New Haven County Bar Association Summer Outing, June 28th

 

New Haven and Hartford County Bar Associations Picnic with the Rock Cats, July 12th

 

Milford Bar Association’s Summer Outing, July 19th

 

The Foundation of the New Haven County Bar’s Hot Summer Nights Luau, July 26th  

Connecticut Attorneys

Connecticut Attorneys


Lawyer Shari-Lynn Cuomo | Featured Attorney Divorce

image1

 

 

 

Wolf & Shore, LLC provides full-service legal representation.  Whether you need an attorney for yourself, have business concerns, or need assistance in caring for family members, we can help.

 

 

 

Family Law

Wolf & Shore, LLC is dedicated to protecting your interests and will take a proactive approach to your family law matter. Our attorneys use both litigation and negotiation techniques to help you achieve the best possible outcome. Whether you are a concerned grandparent, an engaged person protecting your interests, or a party in a contentious divorce, the attorneys of Wolf & Shore, LLC will use their knowledge and experience to accommodate each and every client. We understand that each individual case is unique, and whether your case is best handled by a cooperative settlement approach or a fully contested trial, our attorneys have the experience you need. We will ensure that our clients understand the legal process, comprehend their options, and are kept appraised of their case throughout its pendency.


The attorneys of Wolf & Shore, LLC have also completed the state-mandated Guardian ad Litem/Attorney for Minor Children class and are honored to extend their child representation services to the public.   Wolf & Shore, LLC also understands that many parties wish to resolve their disputes amicably, quickly, and on a budget. Therefore, we also offer mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for clients, as well as payment plan options. For more information on how Wolf & Shore, LLC can advocate on your behalf, or protect your, and your children’s, best interests, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Our attorneys can help navigate and resolve family law matters such as:


Divorce
Civil Union Dissolution
Annulment
Legal Separation
Custody
Visitation
Child Support
Alimony/Spousal Support
Prenuptial, Postnuptial, and Cohabitation Agreements
Post-judgment Modification and Enforcement
Grandparents' Rights
Termination of Parental Rights
Paternity
Domestic Parnterships
Domestic Violence
Temporary Restraining Orders
Divorce Mediation
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Appeals
Unmarried Couples
Modifications: Child Custody
Modifications: Child Support
Relocation
Guardian ad Litem
Attorney for Minor Children
Enforcement of Foreign Judgments


Probate Administration and Estate Planning

Wolf & Shore, LLC understands how important estate planning can be, especially in this economic climate. In addition to traditional probate matters such as wills, trusts and medical directives, Wolf & Shore, LLC also handles a wide variety of probate matters, including sensitive issues affecting children, the elderly, veterans, persons with mental retardation, and individuals with psychiatric disabilities. We strive to protect the rights of these individuals and advocate on their behalf, as well as afford their loved ones the opportunity to remain involved in the process and appraised of the situation.  

Wolf & Shore, LLC also offers fiduciary representation to those who have been named an executor/executrix, trustee, agent or attorney-in-fact to ensure that they can fulfill their role as such. Wolf & Shore, LLC can also serve as a trustee or represent a beneficiary.  If you or a loved one need help planning for the future, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential. 

We also provide free and local seminars to discuss pertinent probate administration and estate planning documents. Please click here to see the schedule for upcoming speaking engagements. 

Our attorneys can help navigate and resolve probate administration and estate planning matters such as:


Living Wills/Medical Directives
Power of Attorney
Trusts
Wills
Conservatorship
Guardianship
Termination of Parental Rights
Administration of Decedents' Estate
Probate Litigation
Guardian Selection for Minor Children
Procedures Involving Persons with Mental Retardation
Guardian ad Litem
Attorney for Minor Children
Serving as Trustee
Fiduciary Representation


Elder Law and Long Term Planning
When a family member is unable to care for themselves, or live independently, a variety of financial and personal questions may arise. For example, is there a home care option? Is the family member entitled to any benefits? How can you help them attain those benefits? What are the costs?


Wolf & Shore, LLC can help you and your loved ones address these concerns and plan accordingly for an easy transition. For more information, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Our attorneys can help navigate these Elder Law and Long Term Planning matters such as:


Veterans Benefits
Medicare/Medicaid
Social Security Benefits
Long-term planning
Medicaid Eligibility Planning


Juvenile Law

Connecticut has a separate division of Juvenile Matters Courts which handle a variety of specific issues to help best protect the interest of juveniles. The attorneys of Wolf & Shore, LLC have completed the required training for state-appointed juvenile delinquency matters and child protection representation contracts through the Office of the Chief Public Defender. We are experienced with the procedures and processes of these courts and can proactively advocate for the best interest of our client. We represent children, biological parents, foster parents, and intervening family members. If you have any specific questions pertaining to juvenile delinquency or child protection matters, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Our attorneys can help navigate and resolve juvenile law matters such as:


Criminal Defense
Termination of Parental Rights
Neglect
Delinquency
Guardianship
Grandparents' Rights
DCF Investigations
Motion to Intervene
Child Protection Matters


Education Law

Wolf & Shore, LLC has an extensive skill set which incorporates litigation, negotiation, arbitration and mediation techniques, as necessary, to represent students and concerned parents in a wide variety of education law matters. If you have specific questions or concerns pertaining to your, or your child’s education, special educational needs, or bullying concerns, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Representation in litigation
Special education
School residency matters
Transportation issues
Freedom of information issues
Student privacy interests
School policies
Bullying issues
Student discipline issues
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Expulsion Proceedings and Hearings
Planning and Placement Team (PPT) matters

Employment Law

Wolf & Shore, LLC has the experience and a proven track record in the representation of employees with workplace concerns. We provide counseling and advice as well as litigation support on a wide variety of issues. We also provide in-house training to employers help avoid potentially costly litigation. If you have any specific questions pertaining to your rights as an employee, or concerns as an employer to ensure state and federal compliance for your company, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) claims
Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC) claims
Sexual Harassment
Hostile Work Environment
Discrimination
Employer Negotiations
Wrongful Discharge
Wrongful Termination
Department of Labor claims
Unemployment Benefits applications, hearings and appeals
Discrimination Claims under the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act
Claims of Discrimination under Federal Law
Title VII of the Human Rights Act
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Termination and Discipline Matters
Covenants Not to Compete
Severance Agreements
Personnel Files Matters
Drug Testing
Retaliation Claims
Whistleblower Claims
National Labor Relations Board Compliance

Real Estate Transactions and Housing Matters

Wolf & Shore, LLC represents home buyers in residential real estate closings and other related transactional matters. We understand that purchasing a home is both an exciting and busy time and we strive to make the entire process a smooth transition for our clients. We also assist clients in landlord/tenant matters and eviction proceedings. If you have are in the process of purchasing a home, have concerns regarding your, or a family member’s interest in real estate, or have any landlord/tenant concerns, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Residential Real Estate Closings
Title Searches
Quitclaims
Evictions
Landlord/Tenant matters

Business Formation and Dissolution

When individuals want to form a business, or when the owners of a company want to close down, dissolve, or renounce their business, Wolf & Shore, LLC can assist in the preparation of documents, compiling and implementing a business plan, winding up a business, addressing employee benefit concerns, or simply filing the appropriate documents with the Secretary of State. If you have any concerns pertaining to forming or dissolving your business, please contact us. All consultations are free and confidential.

Business Formation
LLC Formation
LLP Formation
LLC Dissolution
LLP Dissolution
Business Plans
Business Reinstatement
Contract Disputes
Employee Benefits

Criminal Defense and Criminal Pardons

Wolf & Shore, LLC understands that if you are facing criminal charges in Connecticut, your top priorities are your rights and your freedom. You may be confused about your legal options, concerned about your future, and even possibly scared about the ultimate outcome of your case. We are experienced with these types of matters and have completed the state-mandated training for assigned criminal defense counsel through the Office of the Chief Public Defender. Upon obtaining a new criminal defense matter, we immediately review your file, demand evidence and develop alternate theories to establish reasonable doubt.

If you have concerns about an existing criminal record, we can also assist you in obtaining a pardon for prior convictions. Our attorneys know how to proactively handle your case and advocate on your behalf to help you achieve a positive outcome. Please contact us for more information. All consultations are free and confidential.

Our attorneys can help navigate and resolve criminal defense matters such as:


DUI/DWI
Alcohol Education Program Applications
Crimes of Violence
Drug Offences
Domestic Violence
Juvenile Crimes
Parole or Probation Violations
Pardon Applications
Felonies
Misdemeanors
Arraignments
Bail Hearings
Criminal Appeals
DCF Investigations
Federal Crimes
Gun/Weapon Charges
Motor Vehicle Offenses
Outstanding Warrants
Restraining Orders
Revoked and Suspended Drivers Licenses
Traffic Violations
Search and Seizure

© wolfandshorelaw.com

 

 


 

"Even when laws have been written down, they ought not always to remain unaltered."-Aristotle

 



Wolf & Shore, LLC · 3190 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518 · P: 203.745.3151 · F: 203.891.6479 · Email: info@wolfandshorelaw.com

Wolf & Shore, LLC Disclaimer