Richard Francis Connelly Jr.

After the recent death of my Mother, Rich Connelly and office manager Shona Stapp assisted me in probating my Mother's will and settling her Estate. I would highly recommend this team if you find yourself in need of a lawyer. They are knowledgeable, professional, patient and compassionate. With decad...es of experience, they can help you navigate the complicated tasks that arise after the death of a loved one.

Atty Connelly represented me in a difficult divorce involving child custody. My ex husband did everything he could to drag it on while trying to discredit my character. Mr. Connelly legally guided me through a very difficult process. He is a good person, smart, and thoroughly knowledgeable. Rich will... always return your phone calls (many attorneys don't), and excels in planning out the course of action with you. He will not make promises, but hang in there because he is very good at his job. His rates are probably average but his performance is well above average. I hired him after firing the first attorney I hired. He jumped in and did a fantastic job. A friend of mine recently hired Atty Connelly for her divorce involving substantial worth, because of my referral. He did a great job and my friend has thanked me many times. I highly recommend Atty Rich Connelly.

I was the one who filed for divorce. First of all I wish I had spoken with him months before beginning the process but alas, I did not. Tried to settle without attorneys but to no avail. Rich offered a free upfront consultation, which was nice. He was upfront about everything that could and ma...y happen. Communication was great. Emails and phone calls were returned quickly and with the information I had been seeking. I have been down this road before so I knew to be totally honest with Rich about my past and present in order to allow him to do the best job possible of representing me. I went in wanting what was best for my child 1st, then to be fair 2nd and 3rd to protect my small business and myself. If you want an attorney to tell you what you want to hear then Rich is NOT your guy. If you want to be told realistic scenarios and a good strategy with cost options for all things presented in a clear and easy to understand manner then proceed with Rich. He is certainly not afraid to go to trial and does so regularly. The “big name” lawyers do NOT intimidate him. Many attorneys avoid the courtroom like the plague and only wish to settle. Not so with Rich! However, a trial is very expensive and he helped me to review cost and outcome options every step of the way. What a breath of fresh air to have an attorney not just trying to jack up his fees by going to trial. I loved that he gave me some money saving options by allowing me to assist with the preparation of the case. If it is possible at all to walk away from a divorce feeling that you “won” I have that feeling. Fast, efficient and very affordable. Much more so than the other lawyers I had spoken with. I could not be more pleased.