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Laurie B Giles
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The Law Office of Laurie Giles is committed to providing high-quality service at a reasonable cost. The Choice Billing program allows you to decide how much you will spend for legal fees and you can select payment arrangements that make sense for your budget and goals. We NEVER require a large upfront retainer.
Attorney/Mediator Laurie Giles has a proven track record of utilizing creative approaches to find innovative solutions that achieve clients' goals. With more than 30 years of experience, Laurie has the knowledge and skill to protect your rights and get the results you need and deserve.
Laurie is a highly trained mediator with a certificate in Family Mediation from Syracuse University. Attorney Giles is one of the only Connecticut mediators to have specific training in family financial matters.
Laurie is the author of What Now? Elder Planning and What Now? Divorce Planning. She holds a J.D. from Rutgers University, M. Ed. from Eastern Nazarene College and a BS. from Springfield College.
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Licensed in Connecticut for 36 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1989
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Laurie Giles
799 Silver Lane, Trumbull, CT, 06611
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Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney
Attorney Laurie represented me in my divorce. Never once did I doubt I was in the best possible hands. Phone calls were returned without delay, and I was updated on a weekly basis. I'd recommend Attorney Laurie to anyone that is looking for an attorney that goes the extra mile without hesitation.
Posted by Ed | February 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Lifelong respect
I grew up with Laurie and have had a high level of respect for her both as a friend and neighbor and as a lawyer. Laurie recently helped me navigate through the challenges of creating a Living Trust, Power of Attorney and Healthcare plan. After recently loosing my mom I realized the importance of hav...
Posted by David | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
Excellent Elder Law
I used Attorney Giles to get my brother on Medicaid. She and her Paralegal got the job done in only 3 months. I couldn’t believe how fast. Attorney Giles has lots of experience in Elder Law and really cares about the elderly as well .
Posted by Barry | February 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law
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I have been working with Atty. Giles for the past 2 plus Years. My mother was suffering from dementia and Atty. Giles had all of the right answers and advice. Having dealt with her own parents with elder care I felt very comfortable of the fact that she new the ins and outs of this degree of care. Sh...
Posted by Kelli | February 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Amazing
Laurie has made my experience with family court as smooth as it possibly could’ve been. She is exceptional at what she does and she is very easy to communicate with. She listens to our concerns and she is honest in her answers. I would (and have) recommend her to anyone who needed help.
Laurie B Giles's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Giles is extremly competent and knows her way around the court room. A must have for family law."
"Laurie is and incredibly devoted attorney who both zealously advocates for her clients and addresses opposing counsel with respect and dignity. She is very reasonable and a pleasure to work with."
"Attorney Giles nows her stuff. She is highly regarded in the community and by her fellow attorneys. Every interaction with her has been pleasant and she is extremely helpful. I endorse this attorney."
"Attorney Giles is an experienced divorce and estate planning lawyer. She brings her wealth of experience and tenancity to any matter with the goal of getting her clients exactly what they want and need."
"Simply said, Laurie is an outstanding family law attorney. Highly recommended!"
"I strongly endorse Atty Laurie B. Giles. Atty Giles has many years of experience in Divorce, Custody and Family Law and has the knowledge and skills needed to help clients accomplish their goals. She is a zealous advocate for her clients."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Laurie is a great communicator who works very hard for her clients in divorce and family law matters. She is a conscientious and diligent attorney who leaves no stone unturned in representing her clients."
"Attorney Giles is an incredibly knowledgeable and capable advocate. She represents her clients passionately and in our matter she facilitated a fair and reasonable resolution of the case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Atty. Giles is well versed in the area of family law. She is creative and achieves successful resolutions for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is committed to her clients and her community. Her commitment results in good outcomes for those who engage her."
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Experience
Honors
2018
"10 Best Attorneys" for Connecticut, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
The National Black Lawyers – Top 100, The National Black Lawyers
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Best of Fairfield County, Connecticut post
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Family Special Master, Connecticut Superior Court- Fairfield County
1997 - Present
Mediator, Mediator Privately Retained & Court Appointed
1991 - Present
Court appointed attorney, Probate Court Of Connecticut
1989 - Present
Attorney, Attorney Laurie B. Giles
1989 - Present
Court Appointed Attorney, Conn. Probate
2010 - 2016
Professor, Eastern Nazarene College
2007 - 2010
General Counsel, Partners in Care
1999 - 2011
Attorney for Minor Children, Superior Court of Connecticut
1999 - 2011
Guardian Ad Litem, Connecticut Superior Court
1989 - 1999
General Counsel, East End Development
Associations
2018 - Present
Black Attorney Resources AssociationPresident
2017 - Present
National Black Lawyers
2015 - Present
Black Attorney Resources AssociationFounding Member
1999 - Present
Special Masters ProgramSpecial Master
1989 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
Education
2015
Eastern Nazarene College
MA - Masters
1988
Rutgers University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Springfield College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
Divorce Litigation From Start to Finish
Divorce Case Intake and Pre-litigation tactics
2017
Family Law Start to Finish
Ethics
2017
Family Law form Start to finish
Settlement Negotiations
2015
8th Annual Mentoring Conference
New Prospectives In Mentoring
2013
American Association of Law Schools- ADR Section
Keeping Family Ties Tied- Using Mediation To Resolve Sibling Conflict Around Elder Law and Estates
2005
NAACP National Convention
Police Misconduct
2005
International Family Law Association
Gypsy Life: The Realities Of Shared Custody
2003
National Business Institute
Student Rights In Connecticut
2003
National Business Institute
Ethics In School Law In Connecticut
2003
National Business Institute
Drafting Wills That Protect Client Interests
2003
National Business Institute
Working Through Key Estate Planning Issues
Publications
2012
The Huffington Post
How To Settle Child Custody in Holmes-Cruise Speed
2011
Book
What Now? Divorce Planning
2011
The Huffington Post
Red Flags That You Hired The Wrong Divorce Lawyer
2011
The Huffington Post
5 Legal Must Do’s Before You Say I Do
2011
The Huffington Post
Surviving The First 5 Days Of Divorce
2011
The Huffington Post
Ready Set Go; Getting Through the Early Stages of the Divorce Process
2010
Book
What Now? Elder Planning
2010
The Huffington Post
Twenty Something and Divorced
2010
The Huffington Post
New Year, New Life?
Languages
English
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Q&A
My marital home was purchased by my husband and I with the assistance of my mother, how do we determine who gets the house?
26 Oct 2020
Q&A
Unpaid unreimbursed medical expenses, what is the process for filing in CT for contempt? Can you use a mediator?
27 Apr 2020
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How can I protect myself from creditors since my hopefully soon to be ex husband filed for bankruptcy after filing for divorce?
08 Feb 2020