Teresa Girolamo, ADR Attorney in New Canaan, Connecticut
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Litigation
Member
New Canaan, CT
Practicing adr in New Canaan since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Teresa Girolamo is a member based in New Canaan, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Litigation. Teresa has over 37 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- New Canaan, CT
- Experience
- over 37 years
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- ADR · Appellate · Litigation
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Litigation matters from New Canaan, CT.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Teresa Girolamo: Teresa Girolamo is a member based in New Canaan, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Litigation. Teresa has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Teresa Girolamo
Teresa concentrates on adr, appellate, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Teresa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Appellate
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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ADR cases in New Canaan, Connecticut
Teresa takes adr matters in New Canaan, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Teresa agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in New Canaan, Connecticut
Teresa takes appellate matters in New Canaan, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Teresa agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New Canaan, Connecticut
Teresa takes litigation matters in New Canaan, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Teresa agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in New Canaan, Connecticut
Teresa takes personal injury matters in New Canaan, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Teresa agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in New Canaan, Connecticut
Teresa takes product liability matters in New Canaan, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Teresa agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Teresa Girolamo — Over 37 years of Connecticut adr experience
Teresa Girolamo is a member based in New Canaan, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Litigation. Teresa has over 37 years of legal experience.
Teresa Girolamo is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Teresa received a B.S. degree from New York University School of Business and Public Administration in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Teresa practices in New Canaan, CT.
How Teresa handles adr matters
Teresa Girolamo is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Teresa received a B.S. degree from New York University School of Business and Public Administration in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Teresa practices in New Canaan, CT.
The kind of cases Teresa takes
Teresa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and litigation matters in New Canaan and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Teresa Girolamo's legal education and bar admissions
Pace University School of Law
J.D. · 1989
New York University School of Business and Public Administration
B.S. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Teresa's state bar admissions
New York
1990 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1989 · ACTIVE
Teresa studied at J.D. in Pace University School of Law and B.S. in New York University School of Business and Public Administration.
Law school and academic background
Teresa completed J.D. in Pace University School of Law and B.S. in New York University School of Business and Public Administration. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Teresa runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Teresa Girolamo's office in New Canaan
Teresa's primary office is at 176 Logan Rd, New Canaan, CT, 06840-2103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Teresa Girolamo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Teresa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Teresa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Teresa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Teresa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in New Canaan, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Teresa
Teresa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Teresa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Teresa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Teresa Girolamo
How much does it cost to hire Teresa for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Teresa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Teresa offer a free consultation?
Teresa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Teresa's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Teresa's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Teresa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Teresa take my case if I'm outside New Canaan?
Teresa is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Teresa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Teresa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Teresa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Teresa accepting new adr clients right now?
Teresa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving New Canaan, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut
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