Attorney
Simsbury, Connecticut, 06089
Disputes related to probate, Wills and trusts, and eldercare concerns are some of the most emotionally charged conflicts that individuals and families go through. At the heart of these disagreements lie deeply personal issues related to family, independence, security and relationships.
That's where Attorney Paul Knierim, a retired probate judge, comes in. Paul brings unparalleled problem-solving strategies to bear on even the most complex of issues. Paul handles probate and elder law cases in both Probate Court and Superior Court.
He also serves as a mediator and arbitrator to help families to resolve disputes outside of court. Paul's experience includes more than two decades of service in the judiciary. After 10 years as judge of the Simsbury Probate Court, the Chief Justice appointed Paul to lead the state’s Probate Courts as Probate Court Administrator, a role he served from 2008 to 2019.
Paul’s experience as a lawyer and judge is enormously valuable to his clients, but he adds even more value with his ability to bring a sense of calm to tense situations and his skill in facilitating creative solutions. A problem solver with deep knowledge of probate law and keen insight into family dynamics, Paul provides objective and practical guidance to help families resolve their conflicts quickly, cost effectively, and with as little drama as possible.
