Practice Areas

Greenwich Family Law, Criminal Law, and Estate Planning

At the Law Office of Douglas J. Wells in Greenwich, Connecticut, my practice is founded on the fundamental principal that every individual has a right to legal assistance, advice, and representation from a competent lawyer. Moreover, I believe in working closely with my clients, better understanding their legal issues, and offering concise answers to their questions and concerns.

To find out more information about the specific areas in which I work, I invite you to click on one of the practice areas, or contact me today to schedule an initial consultation.

My Practice Areas

Pre-nuptial/Ante-nuptial Agreements – Advising you on the benefits of a pre-nuptial or ante-nuptial agreement to protect assets and avoid disputes about support and other financial matters in and after a marriage, or after the death of your spouse.

Divorce - Confidently handling all issues related to complex divorce cases involving significant asset division, alimony and support needs.

Child Custody and Alimony - Protecting your interests while ensuring the maintenance and continued stability in your children’s lives.

Mediation - Bringing you and your spouse together to settle impending divorce matters amicably without incurring unreasonable legal fees.

Post-Judgment Modification - Working with clients to make needed changes to existing judgments after a divorce, while providing options in changing circumstances.

Probate Administration and Estate Planning - Shepherding clients through a difficult time, and ensuring estate matters are settled according to the wishes of the loved one who has passed away, while minimizing estate tax liability.

Estate Planning - Helping individuals and families protect their estate for their children and other loved ones, while minimizing tax liability.

Criminal Defense - Representing clients who have been charged with drug possession, criminal and juvenile offenses, and alcohol-related incidents.

DWI & Motor Vehicle Offenses - Providing legal guidance focused on alternatives that minimize the impact of a conviction in motor vehicle offenses.

Car Accidents - Striving to obtain fair compensation for those who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents.

Real Estate - Assisting clients with the buying, selling, and re-financing of residential real estate.

Contact me today to see how effective I can be as your attorney for your family law, estate planning and probate administration, criminal, or other legal matters.