Laura-Ann Simmons

Laura-Ann Simmons

also known as Laura, Simmons

4.6
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Oxford, CT
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Alimony, Child Custody ... +2 more

20 Tram Drive, Oxford, CT

About Laura-Ann

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 485-550 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 30 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Laura-Ann Simmons, PLLC

20 Tram Drive, Oxford, CT, 06478

Law Office of Laura-Ann Simmons. PLLC

37 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT, 06478

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Laura-Ann Simmons's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Case Results

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Horrible Lawyer. STAY AWAY!

Avoid this lawyer like the plague. Hiring Laura was the worst decision I made during an already painful divorce. From day one, they were more interested in racking up billable hours than actually representing my interests. Every phone call, every vague email — all charged at premium rates with little... to no real progress. What’s worse? She came off more like a shady used car salesman than a legal professional. Sleazy tactics, zero transparency, and a disturbing tendency to overpromise and underdeliver. It felt like she was playing both sides — cozy with opposing counsel and completely uninterested in advocating for me. At the end of it all, I was left emotionally drained, financially gutted, and questioning how someone like this is even allowed to practice law. If you want to keep your sanity and your wallet intact, run the other way. Emailing at all hours of the day and night.

Posted by Mark | July 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Impossible Task

Laura-Ann worked diligently on my case knowing full well getting any resolve would be next to impossible. She listened intently to my concerns and was supportive when I was getting exhausted with the entire divorce process. I whole heartedly believe she did all she could and was able to broker a fair... resolution under very difficult circumstances. I'm grateful for all the work, support and care I was given by Laura, her firm, and her staff. Professional, courteous and understanding, Thank you, Laura.

Posted by Bill | October 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Family law contentious divorce

Laura’s performance was nothing short of amazing. My wife had hired three different attorneys throughout the process, and Laura never wavered. She assured me that the outcome that we initially discussed was essentially going to be the outcome at the end. And it was! My fees were significant less th...an my wife’s. Highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2013 | Family

Top-tier attorney for family law -- an expert trial attorney without attitude

Laura is calm, cool and collected in the courtroom and possesses a no-bull demeanor when it comes to challenging legal issues. Unlike most Fairfield County attorneys in the field, she is genuine and doesn't prioritize her fees over her clients' best interests. Given the challenges of represent...ation in Fairfield County family courts, she is an outstanding find and should be on the short list for possible representation. Recommended wholeheartedly for positive results in challenging cases.

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Laura-Ann Simmons's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bruce Foodman

Family lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

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Marianne Charles

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Laura-Ann Simmons, PLLC

2000 - 2023

Family Law Attorney, Piazza & Simmons

Associations

2019 - Present

Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - Present

Stamford/Norwalk Regional Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Sweeney v. Sweeney

Favorable Ruling

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Education

1995

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor - Cum Laude - Invited to Law Review

1989

University of Bridgeport

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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