About Andrew
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Connecticut Trial Firm, LLC is a firm of Connecticut trial lawyers centrally located in Glastonbury, Connecticut. We are committed to providing quality legal representation to all of Connecticut’s residents. Attorney Garza is also licensed to practice in Massachusetts and accepts clients outside of Connecticut on a case-by-case basis.
We are trial lawyers with a mission to improve our community. We represent folks who are injured.
Practice areas
- Car accident: 40%
Catastrophic motor vehicle collisions, including trucking wrecks.
- Personal injury: 10%
Product liability, vaccine injury, nursing home abuse and neglect, and slip-and-falls.
- Wrongful death: 10%
Deaths due to motor vehicle wrecks, injuries, or medical malpractice.
- Motorcycle accident: 10%
- Animal and dog bites: 10%
- Slip and fall accident: 10%
- Workers compensation: 5%
Serious injuries in the workplace involving surgeries, broken bones, and death.
- Medical malpractice: 5%
Languages spoken
French, English
Photos and videos
Contact
Connecticut Trial Firm, LLC
437 Naubuc Avenue
Suite 107
Glastonbury, CT, 06033
Website
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA | Active | 2012 | 09/16/2019 |
| CT | Active | 2012 | 10/18/2019 |
| Legal answers | 11 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Fastest Growing Law Firm in the Northeastern U.S. | Law Firm 500 | 2019 |
| Lawyer of Distinction (Nominee) | Lawyers of Distinction | 2019 |
| Top 10 Attorney Award | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2019 |
| Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2019 |
| Lifetime Achievement Award Nominee | Premier Lawyers of America | 2019 |
| Nominee | Lawyers of Distinction | 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Best of Plainville, Personal Injury Attorney (Runner Up) | Plainville Citizen | 2019 |
| 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2019 |
| Premier Lawyer Nominee | Premier Lawyers of America | 2019 |
| Law Firm 500 | Law Firm 500 | 2019 |
| Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
| Top 40 Under 40 Litigation Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2018 |
| Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
| Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2018 |
| 10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys | American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2018 |
| Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
| Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
| Top 40 Under 40 - CT Litigation Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
| Top 40 Under 40 - CT Litigation Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
| Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
| Top 40 Under 40 - Litigation | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
| Premier 100 | National Academy of Jurisprudence | 2016 |
| "10 Best" Workers' Compensation Attorneys for Connecticut | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 2016 |
| Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
| New Leaders of the Law | Connecticut Law Tribune | 2015 |
| Premier 100 Trial Attorneys | American Academy of Trial Attorneys | 2015 |
| 10 Best Attorneys for the State of Connecticut | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
| Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
| 2015 Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
| Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
| Nation's Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
| Nominee, "10 Best" for the State of Connecticut | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys | 2014 |
| Nominee, "10 Best" for the State of Connecticut | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2014 |
| 2014 Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
| Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2014 |
| Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2014 |
| 2013 Clients' Choice Award | Avvo | 2013 |
| Public Service Honor Roll | New England School of Law | 2012 |
| New England Scholar | New England School of Law | 2012 |
| Public Interest Grant Recipient | NESL Public Interest Law Association | 2011 |
| New England Scholar Award | New England School of Law | 2011 |
| Charles Hamilton Houston Honor Society Inductee | New England School of Law | 2011 |
| Excellence for the Future Award: Sentencing Law | CALI | 2011 |
| Excellence for the Future Award: Criminal Advocacy | CALI | 2011 |
| Excellence for the Future Award: Advanced Criminal Procedure | CALI | 2011 |
| New England Scholar Award | New England School of Law | 2010 |
| Excellence for the Future Award: Ethics | CALI | 2010 |
| Excellence for the Future Award: Criminal Law | CALI | 2009 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner/Founder | Connecticut Trial Firm, LLC | 2016 - Present |
| Associate | Boyle, Shaughnessy & Campo, P.C. | 2013 - 2013 |
| Owner/Attorney | Law Offices of Andrew P. Garza, L.L.C. | 2013 - 2016 |
| Judicial Law Clerk | Connecticut Judicial Branch | 2012 - 2013 |
| Legal Intern | Attorney General Of Massachusetts, Cybercrime Division | 2011 - 2011 |
| Legal Intern | Massachusetts Superior Court | 2011 - 2011 |
|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant to Professor Eldred | New England School of Law | 2011 - 2012 |
| Student Prosecutor | Suffolk County District Attorney's Office | 2011 - 2012 |
| Appellate Student Prosecutor | Suffolk County District Attorney's Office | 2011 - 2012 |
| Law Clerk | Law Office of Calvin J. Heinle | 2010 - 2010 |
| Law Clerk | Law Office of Tyson R. Ence | 2010 - 2010 |
| Law Clerk | New England Innocence Project | 2010 - 2011 |
| Legal Intern | State of Connecticut Office of the Public Defender | 2008 - 2009 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford County Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Connecticut Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Oliver Ellsworth American Inn of Court | Barrister | 2014 - 2017 |
| Oliver Ellsworth American Inn of Court | Pupil | 2013 - 2014 |
| Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2013 - 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut | Divorce/Custody Clinic, Pro Bono Attorney | 2013 - 2016 |
| Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters | Big Brother | 2012 - 2015 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Law Tribune | Judge Grants $900K Prejudgment Remedy to Meriden Man Who Ran 5-Mile Race After Brain Injury | 2019 |
| Connecticut Law Tribune | Paralyzed Worker Claims Heroin-Addicted Forklift Driver at Fault for Injury | 2018 |
| Connecticut Law Tribune | Woman Gets $200,000 From Two Separate Car Accidents | 2017 |
| 2025 AD - The Year of Automated Driving | The Blame Game: Who Pays if Driverless Cars Crash? | 2016 |
| Law Offices of Andrew P. Garza, L.L.C. - Legal Blog | Articles on Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Workers' Compensation | 2013 |
| New England Law Review | "Look Ma, No Hands!": Wrinkles and Wrecks in the Age of Autonomous Vehicles | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| New England Law Review | The Magic Bullet in People v. Perez: Charging Attempts Based on Culpability and Deterrence Regardless of Apparent Ability | 2012 |
| Unpublished White Paper | Proposed M.G.L. ch. 279, sec. 25: Three-Strikes Outside of Fenway Park | 2011 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| New England School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude | 2012 |
| University of Connecticut | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2009 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Tiger Bites Podcast | "No Half Measures" | 2019 |
| Tiger Bites Podcast | "No Half Measures" | 2019 |
| Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association | Gifts at Trial | 2018 |
| Nursing In-Service | Practical Nursing Tips: Navigating the Malpractice Minefield | 2013 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Vaichus v. Abidov et al. | $900K PJR granted after hearing. |
| Gombos v. Laska | Plaintiff's verdict |
| Vogler et al. v. Murray | Plaintiffs' verdict |
| Perrotti v. Kohli/Pyle | $200,000 insurance limits tendered. |
| French v. Belliveau, HHB-CV-14-6028764-S | Plaintiff's verdict. |
| Smith et al. v. State of Connecticut | Plaintiff's verdict at Claims Commissioner. |
|---|
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Mon Feb 23 2015
Attorney endorsements
(19)Nikolaus Schuttauf, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 9, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Andrew since law school. He is a highly skilled attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I would refer any client with a personal injury matter to him without hesitation.
Peter Van Dyke, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Andrew for quite some time. He is a lawyer of the highest character and integrity, and is knowledgeable and competent in a number of areas of practice, especially personal injury law.
Allison McKeen, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 23, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Andrew is a great guy and a fantastic lawyer. He works dilgently to make a difference for his clients. I am impressed with his diligence and tenacity.
Rudy Moreno, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A superb lawyer. Attorney Garza is a comptent and diligent attorney who always puts his clients first. I highly recommend this lawyer.
Ryan Gritter, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Feb 27, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew's integrity and work ethic are outstanding. He truly cares about his clients and has the skills and intellect to handle cases ranging from the straight-forward to the highly complex. As a transactional attorney, I refer all sorts of litigation matters to Andrew, and I know my clients are in good hands.
Michael Pollack, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, driven and well prepared.
Ryan McKeen, Car accident Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
More than anything, Andrew cares about his clients. It shines through in the first rate work he does.
James Aspell, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Andrew is experience and responsive to the needs of his clients. His attention to detail and personal attention to your legal matter are valuable traits to consider in selecting your personal injury attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Andrew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Andrew Cates, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Attorney Garza for Criminal Defense, Worker's Compensation, Personal Injury and other litigation! I have referred cases to Attorney Garza and found him to be through and effective in his representation. He is a fierce litigator and never allows his clients rights to be compromised. Attorney Garza and I have discussed many of our cases together, and within the past six months I have hired him to write two very difficult briefs in support of motions I filed in Criminal Court. He far exceeded my expectations on both of these. We are still waiting to argue one, but the other was decided in our client’s favor much to the surprise of court staff and other attorneys. I trust Attorney Garza with my clients. You may place your trust in him and rest easy.
Mark Colson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Garza is a zealous advocate for his clients who listens carefully to their concerns and works hard to achieve the best result possible.
Lynn Stephan, Real estate Attorney on Jan 29, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Fink, Family Attorney on Dec 11, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I was a fellow law student of Mr. Garza and was always impressed with his ability to assimilate the most complex legal problems that were thrown at us in school. I have no doubt that Andy is an excellent personal injury attorney. I'm sure he would get quickly up to speed in any legal area he choses to work in.
Paul Levin, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Garza is an earnest and talented young Lawyer.
Ryan O'Leary, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 12, 2013
Relationship: Friend
Having seen the passion and commitment Attorney Garza has for the field of law over the course of law school and beyond, I can't endorse him enough.
Whitney Alexander, Elder law Attorney on Aug 29, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Wassem Amin, Business Attorney on Jun 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Patrick Heffernan, Litigation Attorney on Jun 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Hailey Rice, Car accident Attorney on May 10, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Andrew Garza professionally and personally for several years. Andrew is thoughtful and thorough in his analyses and is an exceptional researcher who works diligently for his clients. As a lawyer who is never afraid to think "outside the box", Andrew is an exceptional advocate and a valuable asset to any legal team.
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