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Affordable HousingBishop, Jackson & Kelly is proud of the efforts the firm has made in the area of affordable housing law. Our affordable housing practice consists principally of representing developers, including non-profit organizations, in financing, construction and rehabilitative housing projects for persons of low income. Business LawBishop, Jackson & Kelly possesses a comprehensive understanding of the needs of corporate and individual clients in the area of business law. We provide ongoing advice and representation to privately owned companies as well as individual entrepreneurs, counseling them on matters of structure, formation, operation and compliance, and business transactions. Our expertise offers an integrated approach to a broad range of issues facing our business clients over the course of their business life. The hallmark of our business practice is our accessibility, responsiveness and practical advice. We are able to deliver quality service within a reasonable cost structure that makes legal services practical and affordable. Civil and Commercial LitigationIn litigation, results matter. When the stakes are high, clients rely on Bishop, Jackson & Kelly, where litigation success is a tradition. Our seasoned litigators represent our clients interests passionately at every stage of a case. Criminal LawBishop, Jackson & Kelly has defended clients in all types of criminal cases from minor infractions to serious felonies. We also represent clients faced with pending investigations and offer counsel with law enforcement. Additionally, we assist business clients in the development of policies in connection with criminal laws. Our firm handles pre-trial, trial and post trial appeals. We are confident in our ability to vigorously represent our clients. Elder LawOur firm has a special expertise in Elder Law matters dealing with long term care issues. Our objective is to assist you and your family in maintaining control of your financial affairs to maximize your comfort as you age in place. We advise senior clients and their families who face a wide range of issues such as asset protection, health care financing, housing alternatives, Medicare and Medicaid (Title XIX), and nursing home issues and admissions. We also handle Medicaid / Title XIX applications for assistance, redeterminations and administrative appeals. Injuries and Accident LawBishop, Jackson & Kelly fights for the victims of personal injury and accidents. Our firm is staffed by a complete team of lawyers and paraprofessionals with many years of experience in the successful handling of injury and accident cases. We carefully prepare our cases to ensure we achieve the maximum result for each client we represent. Estate Planning, Wills & TrustsWe believe that proper Estate Planning is an essential element to a client’s overall financial plan. A well-designed and implemented estate plan will provide substantial estate tax savings while also accomplishing other important planning goals for the client, his or her business and family. Our practice understands your goals and tailors an individual plan designed to save you money, maximize the amount of gifts you leave to your family and reduce tax exposure. Municipal LawAt Bishop, Jackson & Kelly our attorneys are experienced at providing high quality and effective legal counsel to individuals, corporations, municipalities and government entities with a full range of legal services from affordable housing developments, to negotiating contracts with national entertainment groups and state owned facilities, to defending claims of police excessive force, false arrest and malicious prosecution. We also serve as Corporation Counsel and special counsel for municipal clients. Our clients enjoy representation in matters such as:
Our approach to legal problems is different. Based on experience gleaned as Corporation Counsel, as members of land use boards or as directors of civic organizations, our representation focuses on advising clients from a practical approach to achieve results that can streamline your costs and ensure an accurate and successful outcome. Bishop, Jackson & Kelly, LLC represents clients throughout Connecticut before government agencies at the local, state and federal levels. Probate PracticeOur practice represents, executors, administrators, individual & institutional trustees, conservators and guardians in all phases of administration in Probate Court matters, as well as, contested matters in Probate and State Courts. We pride ourselves in working with our clients, utilizing our broad based legal expertise to tailor a successful interdisciplinary solution to your case. Real Estate LawBishop, Jackson & Kelly represents clients in all areas of real estate law. Commercial and residential real estate projects including purchase and sale, land development, construction, leases, land use, zoning, tax deferred exchanges, closings, and property management. Sports and Entertainment LawThe world of entertainment and sports continues to grow and evolve bringing with it new, exciting, and sophisticated legal challenges. Our firm represents large corporate entities, content creators of all types, professional athletes, authors, recording artists, designers, executives, developers, educational institutions, as well as other businesses in communications, media, entertainment, merchandising and retail industries. Tax AppealsOur firm offers businesses, families and individuals sophisticated tax planning advice and litigation services in the areas including, but not limited to, tax litigation, audits, appeals, tax debts, IRS issues, liens, foreclosures, settlement agreements, and tax penalty abatements. Zoning and Land UseOur attorneys work with developers, municipalities, and individuals on projects ranging from applications for minor variances to permits for major projects. We possess a wealth of experience in working successfully with communities throughout Connecticut acquiring zoning and land use approvals. |