Gayle A. Sim
Contact Me: 203-787-2225
Email: gas@pellegrinolawfirm.com
Practice Areas
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Family Law
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Divorce
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Divorce Mediation
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Real Estate
Bar Admissions
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Connecticut, 1988
Honors
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Certified Mediation, University of Connecticut
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Certified Dispute Resolution, Quinnipiac University School of Law Center
Gayle A. Sims concentrates her practice in the areas of general litigation, with a special emphasis on family law, including divorce, divorce mediation, and personal injury. She also engages in the general practice of law which includes commercial and residential real estate transactions, and wills. She serves as a Special Master for family law cases in the New Haven Superior Court. Attorney Sims is also trained as an attorney for minor children as a Guardian Ad Litem.
She has served as the auction chairperson for the Picnic-in-the-Park event, raising funds for the New Haven Symphony Orchestra and the Visiting Nurses Association. She is also a friend of the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. Attorney Sims played a key role in planning the 1995 Special Olympics held in New Haven. Additionally, she was an active member of the North Haven PTA and a member of the New Haven County Bar Association, as well as the family and real estate law sections of the Connecticut Bar Association. She was also involved with the North Haven Education Foundation.
Attorney Sims earned her undergraduate degree from Fairfield University before attending American University, where she obtained her law degree from the University of Bridgeport School of Law. She was admitted to the Connecticut Bar in 1988. Additionally, she holds a Certificate of Completion in Mediation from both the University of Connecticut and the Quinnipiac University School of Law Center on Dispute Resolution.
Articles: Family Law: Relocating During or After Divorce Proceedings
Education
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Quinnipiac University School of Law, Connecticut
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Fairfield University
Classes & Seminars
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Mentor, North Haven/Wallingford Chamber of Commerce
Pro-Bono Activities
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Past-President, Walter Camp Football Foundation
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Past-President, Board of Directors, Clifford W. Beers Child Guidance Clinic, Inc.
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Chair, North Haven Education Foundation, Inc.
Professional Associations
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New Haven Symphony Orchestra, Chairperson
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Visiting Nurses Association, Chairperson
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North Haven PTA and PTFA, Member
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New Haven County Bar Association, Member
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Connecticut Bar Association, Family and Real Estate Law Sections, Member
Published Works
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Family Law: Relocating During or After Divorce Proceedings
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
My husband and I hired Attorney Giacomo Tolomeo to handle our real estate closings and we couldn't be happier with the service. We had two transactions involving a land purchase and an Owner-Builder construction loan, which meant there were a lot of moving parts and specific requirements to manage.
Giacomo and his assistant, Roesann, were fantastic. They coordinated seamlessly with our bank. Giacomo made the closing process smooth and understandable. Thanks to their hard work and expertise, we can now focus on breaking ground on our new home with total peace of mind.
Daniella F.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Attorney Granquist was professional, polite & very kind. She took the time to explain things in an understandable way & was incredibly helpful. It was a positive experience & I look forward to working with her in the future if legal matters come up in the New Haven area
Elizabeth H.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Gayle Sims has given us both outstanding legal advice. In 2015 she helped obtain a long overdue divorce with the minimum of trauma. She was a surefooted guide through the court and her steady and gentle manner gave us great confidence.
Recently Gayle acted as our lawyer in the sale of our home & the purchase of a new apartment. She took a great load off our minds by doing the paperwork, title searches etc, in a calm & efficient manner. We hit a rough spot with the sale and she was firm in her support of her client (us) and eventually worked it out to our favor.
We could not recommend her too highly to any prospective client. She has a first rate & firm grasp of the law but explains it clearly to her clients in a non-technical manner. In short she is a legal treasure & we would use her services again if the need arose.
Donna C.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Mr Michael Safer, Attorney at Law. His expertise is incredible as well as his many years of experience. He gives expert Advice and is very savvy with the laws of CT. We feel very satisfied and confident with his Services.
Naomi P.