Carole Topol Orland

I hired Carol Orland and her associate Chris DeMattie in May 2016 to represent me in a hotly contested custody of minors and personal asset divorce. Carol and Chris worked extremely well together and were always available to address my concerns and questions 7 days a week virtually 24 hours a day. ...Carol's vast experience addressing the bench, knowledge and experience of statues and interpretations, focus, energy and determination proved vital in my representation. I never found myself frustrated with Carol and her team. My frustrations were in the court process, subjective latitude of the Bench, and Family Services. Carol and her team conducted themselves in a highly professional matter at all times. They were always prepared in court and were able to think on their feet and offered sound helpful advice in my divorce case. They were instrumental in the mediation process and my case was settled out of court which amazes me to this day! I feel fortunate to have had such talented representation in my divorce proceedings and I would highly recommend Carol and her associates to anyone who asks my advice.

At the most difficult time in my life, Carole Orland was the smart, steely and compassionate champion I needed. Her knowledge, insight and problem solving skills- delivered in a thoughtful, time responsive and considerate manner- achieved outstanding results I didn't think possible. Perhaps as impo...rtantly, she was always the adult in the room, exhibiting integrity and calm in stressful situations.

Everybody in Fairfield County has "their guy". "My lawyer is a killer, use him" or "You gotta call my guy, he'll crush it". And sadly, this was the experience I wanted to avoid. As anyone going through a family law issue knows, this is a very fragile time in someone's life - especially with children ...involved. When I spoke with a recently divorced person (who happened to be an attorney), she said I must talk with Carole Orland. And, thankfully, the best decision I could have possibly made both personally and professionally. Attorney Orland (and her incredibly competent team) approach divorce in a thoughtful and methodical manner. While not dismissive of the emotional pain of such an action, she manages to explain very complicated issues in a very understandable fashion. She lays out a course of action that makes one feel much more at ease with the process. But what differentiates Attorney Orland is how she applies her professional prowess, intelligence and abilities in the interest of her client - and she does it with a passion that I have rarely seen in any profession. And all the while, she maintains a sympathetic ear to the deep emotional trials of any family undergoing such a drastic and life altering change. But what I found particularly impressive was her vast knowledge of competing counsels as well as the judiciary within the state. And, as a Special Master within the State of Connecticut, she was incredibly prepared at the start, middle and the end of the action. All the time, she maintained a dignified comportment that compelled me to respect her on both a personal and professional level. The greatest compliment you can give an attorney is to refer them to others that are experiencing the same issues. I have recommended Attorney Orland several times and in each case, they hired her - and to a person they have been very satisfied with their representation. It is with confidence and tremendous pride that I continue to endorse and recommend both Attorney Orland and her firm.