Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation for Business and Real Estate Matters
With over two decades of experience in commercial and business law transactions, our firm delivers sophisticated legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of individuals and businesses. Our practice focuses exclusively on transactional work, allowing us to provide personalized attention while maintaining the expertise gained from large-firm experience. We specialize in real estate, business law, and environmental law, representing clients in Connecticut and Massachusetts with cost-effective, transparent representation. Our background includes roles at major law firms, in-house counsel positions at national banks, and extensive work with environmentally contaminated properties under the Connecticut Property Transfer Act. We prioritize clear communication, practical advice, and strategic guidance to help clients navigate complex transactions, from contract drafting to closing.Our network of trusted professionals ensures comprehensive support for matters beyond our core practice areas. Recognized for pro bono contributions, including the 2014 Anthony V. DeMayo Pro Bono Award, we combine legal excellence with community commitment. Our Milford, Connecticut office serves real estate developers, small business owners, lenders, and medical practices, offering scalable solutions for transactions of all sizes. By maintaining a focused practice, we deliver the depth of experience associated with large firms while preserving the agility and affordability of a boutique practice. This approach enables us to build long-term relationships with clients who value expertise, efficiency, and ethical representation.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Commercial Finance
Business Entity Formation
Environmental Law Compliance
Business Succession Planning
Residential Real Estate
Loan Modifications
Zoning & Development
LLC Formation
Acquisitions & Sales
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of experience in commercial and business law transactions
- High-quality representation at a cost less than larger firms
- Personalized service through focused transactional practice
- Proven track record in complex real estate and business deals
- Extensive network of professional partners for comprehensive solutions
Services
Real Estate Transactions
We handle commercial and residential real estate transactions, including property development, leasing, and contaminated property remediation under the Connecticut Property Transfer Act. Our experience spans industrial, office, retail, and apartment building acquisitions. Clients benefit from strategic guidance through every transaction phase, from contract negotiation to closing.
Business Entity Formation
Specializing in business formation and succession planning, we advise on LLCs, corporations, and partnership structures. Our services include drafting operating agreements, governance documents, and strategic planning for business owners in manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services sectors across New England.
Environmental Law
Our environmental law practice focuses on contaminated property remediation, regulatory compliance, and transactional support under state and federal regulations. We represent clients in environmental cleanups, due diligence for real estate deals, and navigating zoning requirements for development projects in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
Commercial Finance
We provide legal counsel for commercial lending transactions, including secured financing, loan workouts, and credit facility documentation. Our clients include regional banks, lenders, and businesses seeking financing solutions for real estate acquisitions, business expansions, and asset-based lending arrangements.
Zoning & Development
We assist developers and businesses with zoning approvals, land use permits, and planning board negotiations. Our work covers mixed-use developments, commercial site plans, and compliance with municipal regulations for projects ranging from retail stores to manufacturing facilities in Connecticut communities.
People
Thomas J. Dufour
Attorney
With over 20 years of experience, Attorney Dufour specializes in real estate, business, and environmental law. A former in-house counsel at a national bank and editor-in-chief of Boston University Law Review, he provides transactional expertise to Connecticut and Massachusetts clients while maintaining active pro bono involvement.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We focus on real estate transactions, business law, environmental law, commercial finance, and zoning/development matters for clients in Connecticut and Massachusetts.
How do you handle contaminated property transactions?
We provide comprehensive support for environmentally contaminated properties under the Connecticut Property Transfer Act, including due diligence, remediation agreements, and regulatory compliance.
What business entity options do you advise on?
We counsel on LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and nonprofit structures, creating tailored governance documents and succession plans for small to mid-sized businesses.
Do you represent out-of-state clients?
Yes, we serve clients in both Connecticut and Massachusetts, leveraging regional expertise while maintaining cost-effective representation for cross-state transactions.
How do you approach commercial real estate deals?
We handle all transaction phases from contract negotiation to closing, including title review, financing documentation, and zoning compliance for office, industrial, and retail properties.
