Sophia Hamid Shaikh

Sophia Hamid Shaikh

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 26 years

Probate Lawyer at Vernon, CT
Practice Areas: Probate, Elder Law, Juvenile, Real Estate

27 Naek Rd, Vernon, CT

About Sophia

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 35%

I have extensive experience in the Probate Court System. I have sat in over 25 Probate Courts in our region and have developed a practice that handles estates, conservatorships, guardianships and children's matters.

35%
Elder Law 25%

From Title 19 planning to having the knowledge and understanding of what services are available to keep loved ones in their home, I am able to plan for the future and trouble shoot current issues.

25%
Juvenile Law 25%

I have worked with children and parents who have been involved with the department of children and families. These cases can be quite complex. My experience and knowledge can help navigate the court process.

25%
Real Estate 15%

Whether you are purchasing a new home or selling your property, I have the resources and skills to make your transaction stress free and easy.

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 26 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Kaufmann & Shaikh Llp

27 Naek Rd, Vernon, CT, 06066-3965

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Sophia Hamid Shaikh's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by David | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Incredible, helpful and puts you at ease

Attorney Shaikh handled a sensitive, embarrassing financial situation (relative without a will/bickering relatives prolonging the matter) with a manner that was friendly, pragmatic and professional. She really came across non judgmental and was truly an advocate for me. She truly knew her probate stu...ff and was pretty impressive. I'm very happy with her.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Kaufmann and Shaikh LLP

Associations

South Asian Bar Association

Tolland County Bar Association

Education

1999

Western New England College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Stonehill College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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