Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Connecticut Medical Malpractice & Personal Injury Attorneys
Walsh Woodard has been a trusted civil litigation firm since 1949, dedicated to representing individuals in personal injury, medical malpractice, and legal negligence cases. Our team of seasoned attorneys combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach, prioritizing advocacy and accountability. We prepare every case for trial while leveraging our deep understanding of Connecticut law, courts, and juries to secure favorable outcomes.Our contingency fee model ensures accessibility, allowing clients to pursue justice without upfront costs. With a legacy of high-stakes litigation and a commitment to continuous legal education, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and client service.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury
Surgical Errors
Wrongful Death
Personal Injury
Auto Accidents
Truck Accidents
Defective Premises
Dog Attacks
Legal Malpractice
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ combined years of experience in high-stakes litigation.
- Our team approach combines diverse expertise for comprehensive case strategies.
- We prepare every case for trial to maximize settlement potential.
- Contingency fee model ensures access to justice without upfront costs.
- Recognized leaders in medical malpractice and personal injury law.
What people say
Compassionate nature
True experts
Favorable outcome
Profound gratitude
Comforting expertise
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our attorneys specialize in holding healthcare providers accountable for surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and birth injuries. We leverage decades of experience and medical expert networks to prove negligence and secure compensation for lifelong care, lost income, and pain. Clients benefit from our contingency fee model and trial-ready preparation.
Wrongful Death
We represent families in wrongful death cases resulting from car accidents, medical errors, and premises liability. Our team navigates probate processes, quantifies economic and emotional losses, and pursues justice against insurers and negligent parties. Settlements cover funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering.
Personal Injury
From slip-and-falls to dog attacks, we handle complex personal injury cases involving catastrophic injuries. Our contingency-based representation ensures access to top medical experts and aggressive negotiation with insurance companies to recover damages for medical bills, rehabilitation, and lost wages.
Car & Truck Accidents
We litigate severe auto accident cases involving paraplegia, traumatic brain injuries, and fatalities. Our firm investigates crash causes, reconstructs accidents, and pursues compensation for vehicle damage, medical expenses, and long-term care needs through settlements or jury trials.
Legal Malpractice
Our team prosecutes legal malpractice claims against attorneys for missed deadlines, conflicts of interest, and procedural errors. We employ legal experts to prove breaches of duty and recover financial losses clients suffered due to attorney negligence, operating on a contingency basis.
People
Lincoln Woodard
Partner
With 25+ years of trial experience, Lincoln Woodard specializes in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation. He joined Walsh Woodard in 2001 and has secured numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts for clients across Connecticut.
Karolina A. Dowd
Partner
Karolina Dowd focuses on complex personal injury and wrongful death cases. Recognized for her courtroom advocacy, she has recovered millions for clients injured by medical negligence and defective products since joining the firm in 2003.
Caitlyn S. Malcynsky
Partner
Caitlyn Malcynsky specializes in high-stakes personal injury litigation, including catastrophic brain injuries and nursing home negligence. She has been named a Super Lawyer Rising Star and handles cases across Connecticut.
Michael J. Walsh
Of Counsel
Founding partner Michael Walsh has practiced law for over 40 years, focusing on medical malpractice and legal ethics. He mentors junior attorneys and remains actively involved in complex case strategy and trials.
Dylan Takores
Attorney
Dylan Takores represents clients in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. He joined Walsh Woodard after clerking for Connecticut Superior Court judges and specializes in evidence analysis and deposition strategy.
Questions
What types of cases does Walsh Woodard handle?
We specialize in medical malpractice, personal injury, wrongful death, and legal malpractice cases, including surgical errors, birth injuries, auto accidents, and attorney negligence.
How much does it cost to hire Walsh Woodard?
We work on contingency fees—no upfront costs. Our fee is a percentage of your settlement or verdict, and you pay nothing if we lose.
What should I do after an injury?
Seek medical care immediately, document the incident, and contact us promptly. We'll guide evidence collection, communicate with insurers, and protect your legal rights.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Connecticut statutes vary: 2 years for injuries, 3 years for legal malpractice. Consult us immediately to avoid missing deadlines, especially with government entities involved.
Can I afford a lawyer?
Yes. Our contingency model means no out-of-pocket costs. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial situation.
What makes Walsh Woodard different?
Our trial-ready approach, decades of experience, and team collaboration ensure maximum results. We handle complex cases others avoid and maintain a strong track record in jury verdicts.
