$ 300-400 per hour
I am William P. Burns, Jr., a family law attorney serving clients throughout Connecticut, including people in Waterbury, New Haven County and Fairfield County.
My law offices were founded to help men and fathers who struggle with family law issues. These issues range from high net worth divorce and complex property division to parental relocation.
I offer one-on-one personal service and treat every client with dignity and respect. I work hard to protect your rights - your right to parent your child, your right to an equitable distribution of property, your right to keep the small business you created.
We are conveniently located in Naugatuck with easy access from Route 8.
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22 years
22 years
22 years
22 years
$ 300-400 per hour
15%-33%
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520 S. Main St., Naugatuck, CT, 06770
29 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Still Waiting for Attention
So far, I'm $10,000 into the firm and have yet to see any results or even any advocation on my behalf. It typically takes 3-5 emails to get an answer to a simple question, and they have no problem billing you to read and respond each time, though you don't get an answer. Basic discovery has taken mon...
Posted by James | February 03, 2011
Excellent Family Attorney
Attorney Burns is a great asset to the legal community. While I was a client, Mr. Burns was extremely attentive to our needs and provided direct, accurate guidance in a very efficient manner. It was clear from the first time we met that his experience, not only as a lawyer but as a loving family man,...
Posted by Mary Jane | February 01, 2011 | Child Custody
A lawyer that was on my side
Bill Burns is a lawyer that is on your side. Several years ago I was involved in a child custody issue that was mentally and financially draining. Lawyers that had looked at my case prior left me with too many questions that were unanswered. Bill Burns was certainly a refreshing lawyer to come upo...
Posted by Karen | February 01, 2011 | Wills & Living Wills
Wills/Adoption/Personal Attorney client
I highly recommend Mr. William Burns as an attorney. He was excellent throughout our wills process ... very communicative and explained all our options every step of the way. He made what was a very important issue extremely easy by answering all our questions and concerns. We were so impressed with ...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Help with a sticky situation
A few years ago, I found myself in an unexpected and difficult legal situation. A situation that I, nor anyone I had known, had ever experienced before. I was completely unsure of what my rights were, where to go, what to do, or how to proceed. William Burns helped me through the process and was e...
"Attorney Burns is an outstanding advocate for his clients and a skilled litigator in the court room."
"I endorse this lawyer's work - I have worked on cases with him and referred others to him, and his commitment is second to none."
"I highly endorse Bill Burns. I have no hesitation referring clients to attorney Burns as I know he will provide them with solid represenation"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the privilege to know Attorney Burns on a professional and personal level. I have referred several clients to Attorney Burns and have received positive feedback regarding his competency and attention to detail. I continue to confidently refer clients to Attorney Burns."
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2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2015
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2014
Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2012
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2011
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2003 - 2005
Attorney, Ouellette, Deganis, Gallagher and Ward, LLC
2017 - Present
Kelly's Kids, IncVolunteer
Appeal Dismissed
Writ of Habeas Corpus Granted
2003
Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
Prenuptial Agreements
2012
2011
English
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