Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in East Hampton, CT
At Kenneth Barber & Associates, we are committed to delivering ethical and trustworthy legal representation tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our team of attorneys brings decades of combined experience across residential real estate law, Connecticut housing law, probate matters, personal injury litigation, and family law. We prioritize building long-term relationships by combining professionalism with a dedication to resolving complex legal challenges.Our practice areas also include business services such as commercial transactions, debt collections, contract enforcement, and civil litigation. Grounded in hard work and honesty, we strive to provide accessible, client-focused solutions that uphold our reputation as a respected legal firm in East Hampton, Connecticut.
Services
Residential Real Estate Law
Connecticut Housing Law
Probate and Estate Planning
Personal Injury Litigation
Business Transactions
Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Family Law
Civil Litigation
Wills and Trusts
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined legal experience in Connecticut courts.
- Our personalized service focuses on building long-term client relationships.
- Dedicated attorneys with backgrounds in law enforcement and military service.
- Specialized expertise in residential/commercial real estate and probate law.
- Honesty and integrity guide our ethical approach to client representation.
Services
Residential Real Estate Law
We handle purchase/sale transactions, mortgage agreements, contract disputes, and mechanic lien issues for residential properties. Our team ensures compliance with Connecticut housing laws through personalized representation for homeowners and buyers. With extensive experience in real estate litigation, we protect client interests in evictions, landlord-tenant conflicts, and property disputes.
Probate and Estate Planning
Our probate practice covers estate settlements, will executions, trust management, and conservatorship appointments. Attorneys guide executors through legal processes while providing expertise in contested estate matters. We create customized estate documents including wills, codicils, and trusts to secure client legacies.
Personal Injury Litigation
We represent clients in vehicular accidents, dog bite cases, and wrongful death claims. The firm manages insurance negotiations, litigation, and compensation recovery. Our approach emphasizes client recovery while navigating legal complexities in liability disputes and medical expense claims.
Business Transactions
Our services include business entity formation, contract drafting, debt collection actions, and commercial real estate transactions. Attorneys assist corporations with lease agreements, dispute resolution, and compliance matters. We provide strategic legal guidance for business operations and trade-name acquisitions.
Family Law Services
We handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and post-judgment modifications. The firm advocates for client parental rights in visitation cases while addressing spousal support and asset division. Our approach balances legal strategy with sensitivity to family dynamics.
People
Kenneth Barber
Attorney
Admitted to Connecticut Bar in 2003, former police officer, and U.S. Army Reserve Captain. Specializes in real estate and probate law while serving the East Hampton community through multiple civic organizations.
John H. Porter
Attorney
1986 Connecticut Bar admittee with expertise in business development and personal injury law. Former Director of Risk Management at Waterbury Hospital and corporate counsel for Acquafibra, Inc.
Joseph F. Cassidy
Attorney
Connecticut Bar member since 2002 specializing in conservatorships and business formations. Former 15-year CIGNA professional with litigation expertise in landlord-tenant and plaintiffs' cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Kenneth Barber & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in residential/commercial real estate, probate, personal injury, family law, business transactions, and civil litigation for clients in Connecticut.
How does the firm handle personal injury cases?
Our attorneys pursue compensation for vehicular accidents, dog bites, wrongful death, and insurance disputes with a focus on client recovery and legal rights protection.
Can businesses get specialized legal support?
Yes, we assist with commercial real estate, debt collections, contract enforcement, business entity formation, and litigation tailored to corporate needs.