Our Practice

Our Practice

Residential Real Estate

Buying or selling a home is one of the most important legal transactions you’ll ever be involved in. Our office has years of experience in the residential real estate field. We will assist you in reviewing the contract, negotiating any possible issues along the way and coordinating the closing with your lender. If you are purchasing property, we will perform a title search to assure you that you’ll have marketable title. We will also represent you and your lender at the closing table and explain all of the lender’s documents. Then, we hand record your documents at the town hall so that the public record accurately reflects your ownership. If you are selling, we will order your mortgage payoffs, prepare your deeds and attend your closing. We also provide representation for you and your lender if you are refinancing your home. We are well versed in all aspects of residential real estate and welcome your questions. Please call us to discuss how we can assist you.

Commercial Real Estate

Commercial real estate transactions can be confusing and appear overwhelming. We have represented parties in all types of commercial transactions, from one owner dog salons to multi million dollar real estate development transactions. We will advise you as to what certifications and inspections are necessary, what documentation you need to provide to the town where you are doing business and prepare the documents to assist you to buy or sell your commercial property. We have represented both individuals and lenders in commercial transactions so we are familiar with all aspects of the closing. Owning your own business is a full time job, we want you to be able to concentrate on that job and trust that all your legal needs are being handled efficiently and competently.

Landlord Representation

Our office provides the best summary process service any office can provide. There is a dedicated Paralegal who works solely on landlord matters enabling the summary process procedure to move seamlessly through the court system. We have extensive knowledge with all areas of landlord law and represent private landlords as well as over 30 apartment complexes in five counties in Connecticut, mobile home parks, and Section 8 Housing complexes, each area having separate laws governing evictions. The standard eviction reason is non-payment of rent, although evictions are done for reasons other than non-payment, such as material non-compliance of lease violations (i.e., unauthorized occupants, . Our services include comprehensive leases, which through years of experience, cover any situation which may arise.

Probate Law

Handling a probate matter can be a daunting task. The terminology might seem to be from a foreign language. You may not know which probate forms are required or how to complete them. You may need professional advice on how to handle any issues which may arise.


The attorneys at Hoops & Associates, LLC have been in your shoes. We have served as executor, administrator, conservator and trustee, and we have guided hundreds of clients through the process of serving in those roles. Our probate representation includes preparation of all documents for the court, advice concerning all aspects of the process, an accessible attorney and prompt communication.


Whether you are handling the affairs of a deceased loved one or serving as conservator for a relative in need, our experience and efficiency can ease your burden during difficult times.

Business and Corporate Formation

Do you want to set up a limited liability company for your plumbing business? A non- stock corporation for your condominium association? We can seamlessly guide you through the maze of paperwork required by the Secretary of State, help you obtain your tax identification number and provide you with a set of company books to get you started. We will draft your By-Laws or Operating Agreement and provide you with organizational documentation that you need to keep in your company books. Then once you are up and running we can draft annual meeting minutes, assist you with annual reports or special documentation to keep you current. And, if the lure of retirement becomes great, we can assist you in wrapping up your business as well. Call us and find out how we can help.

Estate and Tax Planning

A lot of people do not think about their Estate Plan until something tragic happens; they lose a loved one or become seriously ill themselves. The truth is that we should all think about our Estate Plans while we are of clear mind in order to ensure that we make the right decisions about the legacy we leave behind. Our team of attorneys and paralegals offer a variety of Estate Planning services and will work closely with you to put a plan in place which best suits your needs. While some of our clients need a basic Estate Plan others need more complex planning. Some of the more common Estate Planning documents include: Last Wills and Testaments, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Living Trusts. Our more specialized services include Trusts for Minors, Special Needs Trusts and Long Term Planning. The size of your estate does not matter, what matters is that you entrust the planning to a competent team who understands your needs and fully understands the law.

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