Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Advocates in Connecticut
Cohen Burns Hard & Paul is a general practice law firm with over 100 years of combined legal experience, serving businesses, individuals, and families in Connecticut and Southern New England. Our attorneys specialize in real estate law, commercial law, personal injury, litigation, bankruptcy, landlord/tenant disputes, collections, and criminal law. We prioritize client needs by delivering tailored legal strategies to achieve favorable outcomes, combining decades of expertise with compassionate advocacy.Our team is licensed in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Washington, DC, offering accessible, efficient, and expert legal services. We ensure transparent communication, protecting client interests at every stage of their legal journey while maintaining a commitment to excellence and community trust.
Services
Bankruptcy Law
Business Law
Criminal Law
Real Estate Law
Personal Injury
Litigation
Collections
Wills & Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined legal experience in Connecticut and Southern New England.
- Our attorneys are licensed in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Washington, DC.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
- Our team includes seasoned partners with decades of experience in diverse legal fields.
- We prioritize transparent communication and prompt responses to client inquiries.
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Services
Bankruptcy Law
Our Connecticut bankruptcy attorneys guide clients through Chapter 7, 13, and 11 filings, protecting assets and negotiating with creditors. We help individuals and businesses regain financial stability by providing personalized strategies to address overwhelming debt, foreclosure threats, or creditor harassment. With deep knowledge of federal and state bankruptcy codes, we ensure clients understand their options and achieve fresh financial starts while preserving their rights throughout the process.
Business Law
We provide comprehensive business law services including contract drafting, entity formation, employment compliance, and intellectual property protection. Our attorneys assist Connecticut businesses with mergers, acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and commercial litigation. We offer strategic counsel for debt collection, creditor rights, and business restructuring, ensuring companies operate within legal frameworks while protecting their commercial interests through proactive legal solutions.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys represent clients in car accidents, slip-and-fall cases, medical malpractice, and workplace injuries. We handle insurance negotiations and litigation to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With nearly 30 years of experience, we advocate for victims of catastrophic injuries, product liability, and wrongful death, ensuring comprehensive recovery through skilled courtroom representation and settlement negotiations.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges including DUI, drug offenses, assault, and white-collar crimes. Our attorneys challenge evidence, negotiate plea deals, and litigate cases to minimize penalties or achieve acquittals. We represent clients in juvenile cases, probation violations, and expungement proceedings, focusing on protecting constitutional rights and mitigating long-term consequences of criminal charges through aggressive advocacy.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers residential and commercial transactions, zoning disputes, and property litigation. We assist with purchase agreements, title issues, and landlord-tenant conflicts, including eviction proceedings. With expertise in Connecticut property law, we handle construction defect claims, boundary disputes, and land use regulations, ensuring clients' property rights are protected through both transactional work and courtroom representation.
People
Eric Hard
Attorney / Partner
With decades of experience, Eric Hard provides expert legal guidance in real estate, business, and personal injury cases, prioritizing personalized client support and strategic advocacy.
Neil Paul
Attorney / Partner
Neil Paul specializes in commercial law and collections with nearly 30 years of experience, delivering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to clients' unique business and personal needs.
Kevin Burns
Attorney / Partner
Kevin Burns focuses on personal injury, bankruptcy, and consumer collections, combining legal expertise with dedicated client representation to achieve optimal outcomes in complex legal matters.
Questions
Can I represent myself in legal matters?
While self-representation is possible for minor issues, legal counsel ensures rights protection and better outcomes through expert navigation of complex legal processes.
How much will legal services cost?
We offer flexible payment options including contingent fees where applicable, ensuring access to quality representation without upfront financial burden.
Do you handle out-of-state cases?
Our attorneys are licensed in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Washington, DC, providing Southern New England legal services with regular client updates.
What happens if I delay legal action?
Delayed action risks losing legal rights; consult our attorneys promptly to understand time-sensitive implications and preserve your case strength.
Are payment plans available?
Yes, we offer online payments, checks, money orders, and customized payment arrangements to accommodate client financial situations.
