(203) 222-4949 About Chris
About Chris
I help resolve family law matters through practical solutions outside of Court, while being a formidable advocate in Court when needed, a combination that often leads to stronger out-of-court results.
I started working at age 13. My first job was as a little league umpire, where I quickly learned how to maintain composure and order while dealing with emotionally charged parents. By age 16, I woke up early each summer morning to cut the grass at Race Book Country Club. During college, I worked as a construction laborer, landscaper, gravedigger, waiter, boat cleaner, and on-field marketing assistant for UConn. I will consistently outwork and outprepare the other side to give you every advantage in your case.
From the start, I knew I wanted to help real people resolve real problems, not just push papers for corporations or government agencies. In law school, I took every trial class I could and trained under some of Connecticut’s top trial lawyers and judges, so I’d be prepared to advocate effectively when it mattered most. After an advanced family law trial class in my final semester, I knew this was the right path. Family law allows me to work directly with you during some of the hardest moments of your life, and to stand with you in finding a way forward.
The trial skills I learned prepared me to step into the courtroom immediately. I tried (and won) my first hearing less than six months after being sworn into the Bar. Since then, I have tried many cases, including some of the most complex financial and high net worth cases in Connecticut. You cannot become a good lawyer by sitting on the sidelines. Over time, I’ve earned recognition for successfully litigating difficult custody, substance abuse, and child relocation cases, and I am sometimes brought into cases by other lawyers to serve as trial counsel after settlement discussions fail.
I’ve learned that the best way to help you resolve your family law matter is to be ready to stand up for what matters most to you. Being a trial lawyer doesn’t mean I take every case to Court, in fact, very few do. What it does mean is that you benefit from my trial experience at every stage, whether we’re negotiating a settlement or preparing for a mediation, because my regular time in Court gives me firsthand insight into what judges are doing and the outcomes you can realistically expect.
From our first phone call, I will listen closely to your goals and concerns, return your calls and emails promptly, and give you clear advice about the pros and cons of settling versus going to trial. That decision is always yours to make, and I’ll guide you through it step by step. Together, we’ll craft a strategy that’s tailored to your unique circumstances, and that personalized approach has most often led to very favorable results.
At Broder, Orland, Murray & DeMattie LLC, we break down complex legal issues into language you can understand. We work hard to support you in every situation. We treat you with respect and take the time to ensure you fully understand the process you are going through. No matter how difficult things may seem, we are here to help you rebuild your life and set you up for future success and stability.
