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Virginia Marie Gillette
About Virginia
Biography
Attorney Virginia Gillette is a member in good standing of the Connecticut State Bar and admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut. Her practice includes matters related to criminal investigations, arrests, plea negotiations, trials, and post-conviction appeals for a variety of cases ranging from misdemeanor offenses, DWI, larcenies, and domestic violence to serious felony matters, assault, sexual assault, and homicide. Virginia joined Brown Paindiris & Scott in September 2024. Prior to BPS, she worked at two private firms, focusing on criminal defense and post-conviction proceedings.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Connecticut for 4 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Location
Brown, Paindiris & Scott, LLP
100 Pearl Street, 10th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103
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Virginia Marie Gillette's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommended
Virgina Marie Gillette is a really good lawyer, she handled my case very professionally and did everything in her power to make sure that I had a favorable outcome in my case.
Posted by Craig | October 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very attentive to detail and concerns
Virginia was amazing! Extremely attentive to my case, answered promptly whenever I had a question or concern. I never had to call or email two or three times to get a response. Every detail was handled professionally and I was felt I was getting the best possible representation from her, even thoug...
Posted by Trina | November 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank You!!
Attorney Gillette accompanied me to the turn myself in to the police station and kept me informed of what was happening with my case before attending my first court appearance. By my second appearance I had an offer that was in my favor. I am pleased with the outcome and would use her again.
Posted by Colleen | September 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Calm, kind and competent
I am very happy with the help that Ms. Gillette provided me when needed. I received the help I required, prompt responses, and never had unexpected fees. I immediately felt better after making my first contact- she explained things fully, patiently and kindly and I would recommend her services to a...
Posted by anonymous | May 8, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing, friendly, and patient
Attorney Gillette is truly amazing, explored all options ,as well as explain all aspects and possibilities, and made me feel comfortable and confident with her representing me
Virginia Marie Gillette's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Gillette is a dedicated, detail oriented, tireless advocate who doesn't take "maybe" as an answer. I've seen her in her capacity as a student, a student lawyer, and now as a practicing attorney and I wholeheartedly endorse her."
Caitlin Murphy
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Rookie of the Year, Connecticut Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Attorney, Brown, Paindiris & Scott, LLP
2022 - 2024
Attorney, Santos & LaLima, PC
2021 - 2022
Attorney, Kirschbaum Law Group, LLC
2019 - 2021
Law Clerk, Santos & LaLima, PC
Associations
2021 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Hartford County Bar AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Connecticut Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2024 - 2024
Connecticut Society of CPAsConnecticut Professionals Leadership Academy Delegate
2024 - 2025
Connecticut Bar AssociationCLE Director of the Young Lawyers Section
2022 - 2024
Connecticut Bar AssociationChair of the Young Lawyers Section Criminal Justice Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Freddy T.
Appellate Court reversed and a new trial ordered.
Education
2020
Quinnipiac University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2017
University of New Haven
BS - Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
2017
University of New Haven
BS - Bachelor of Science - National Security Studies
Speaking Engagements
2024
Connecticut Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
An Overview of Domestic Violence Cases
2023
Connecticut Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
Roadmap to Diversionary Programs CLE
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can someone travel overseas while waiting for an approval for a diversionary program ?
24 Oct 2025
Q&A
How does a lawyer that I never gave permission get a copy of my police report and he doesn’t represent me?
04 Feb 2025
Q&A
I have a class U felony from 15 years ago it was a drug charge can I get it exponged?
02 Jan 2025