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When the negligence of another person results in the loss of life, there is no recovering. The need for answers and closure is inescapable and overwhelming. Our staff will do our best to help you and your family find healing and closure and ease the heavy burden during this difficult time.
While you are grieving your loss, our team will work on your behalf to bring justice.
The repercussions of a wrongful death claim are brought in Connecticut Superior Court, Criminal Court and Probate Court. At Doyon & White, we take a universal approach to handling the complexities of a wrongful death claim and their ancillary needs. Our attorneys have experience in civil litigation, criminal court and probate administration ensuring that our clients receive comprehensive legal representation that addresses every aspect of their case.
When a defendant is charged in a wrongful death case, they will be prosecuted in the criminal courts. Our attorneys will advocate for you and your loved one, as victims, throughout this court process. At the same time, the Estate of your lost loved one will need to be probated, whether they had a will or not. All the while, our team of trial attorneys will pursue any and all compensation available from the responsible parties.
Our team at Doyon & White understands how these systems work together and can work against your claim for compensation if a holistic approach is not taken regarding your claim. Our attorneys believe it is essential that we represent your loved one’s Estate in probate court while representing the civil claim in Superior Court. With so much else to deal with after a loss, we understand that you do not want to find another attorney for probate and can seamlessly handle this process for you. There is no up front cost to you for representation for the loss of your loved one in a wrongful death case.
Ultimately, our Estate Planning team can also help you build an estate plan to protect any future settlement you may receive from your claim. Contact us to discuss your wrongful death claim and explore how our dedicated team can provide the support and legal expertise you need during this challenging time.
In the aftermath of a tragic incident, it is advisable to seek the guidance of an experienced attorney as soon as you are able to. Prompt legal guidance can help preserve evidence, gather witness testimonies, and protect your claim to the fullest extent. We will work hard for you, to secure the rightful compensation you and your loved one deserves.
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The length of time required to see your case through to completion varies by case. During your initial consultation, we will review the expected time lines and potential recovery uniquely associated with your matter.
Usually, there is a statute of limitations on bringing a claim. This means you have a limited amount of time to notify the other party of your claim for damages and filing with the appropriate courts. For most wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims, you have less than two years from the date of loss to file a lawsuit in Connecticut. It is therefore advisable to speak with an attorney as soon as you become aware of a potential issue, from there we can help you formulate a plan of action.
Linda is the seasoned probate paralegal working together with clients helping them through probate administration following the loss of a loved one. Joining the team in 2023, she has brought 25+ years of legal experience to the firm with extensive proficiency in all administrative tasks, Probate Court knowledge, complex document preparation, and case management. Linda works exceedingly well the court’s staff and cultivates close relationships with new and existing clientele.
Linda is a long-time resident of the area and loves going for walks on the beach before work. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Ken, and their three grown children. She enjoys road trips, is an avid reader, collector of sea glass and is an amateur artist.
Ashley is the paralegal working directly with our attorneys and our clients. The attorneys at Doyon & White are grateful that our clients feel comfortable reaching out to Ashley for status updates or quick questions when the attorneys are unavailable. Ashley has a background in customer service with 10 years in the hotel industry and enjoys the client relation aspect of her job the most. Ashley is intimately familiar with the details of our client’s cases, processes and reviews all medical records, and communicates with attorneys and insurance adjusters.
Ashley moved to Branford, Conn from Northern California in 2018 and hasn’t looked back since. She enjoys the four seasons New England offers by playing golf and tennis in the summer and looks forward to snow days and skiing in the winter.
Attorney Doyon was born and raised in the hills of Northwest Connecticut. Trevor began his legal career serving as the clerk for several Superior Court Judges, many of whom are now members of the Connecticut Supreme and Appellate Courts.
Before forming Doyon & White Law Group, Trevor was the Managing Partner of a successful mid-size law-firm’s Litigation Department. Trevor has favorably authored and argued hundreds of motions and hearings in every Judicial District of Connecticut, in addition to winning numerous contested arbitrations and jury trial verdicts. Attorney Doyon is known and respected for his determined approach to unique and difficult legal issues by clients and judges alike.
Trevor has been honored as a Super Lawyer’s Rising Star for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022, a selection made by colleagues and peers and reserved for less than five percent of lawyers in Connecticut. Attorney Doyon has also been nominated to the “National Trial Lawyer’s Top 100” list, was recognized by the American Institute for Lawyers as “Top 10 for Client Satisfaction,” and has been a featured guest speaker at Yale University’s Trial Law Camp.
When he’s not in Court, Trevor enjoys spending time with his wife Becky, their two daughters and their Great Dane “Gronk,” in addition to supporting anything UConn sports and coaching Connecticut’s only national level Sled Hockey team.
Attorney White was born and raised in New Haven, Connecticut. After graduation from Fordham University, he worked in commercial finance in New York City before attending Quinnipiac University School of Law. Upon graduation he served as a clerk in the Superior Court in both the criminal and civil divisions.
Prior to forming Doyon & White Law Group, Attorney White practiced at a mid-size firm in Hamden, Connecticut where he mainly handled criminal defense, habeas cases, and civil litigation matters. Attorney White’s experience arguing before jury trials and court trials has led to winning favorable results for his clients on many occasions. Attorney White’s civil litigation experience includes personal injury representation, business litigation, and insurance coverage disputes.
Attorney White is a thoughtful and diligent advocate for all his clients and is respected for the rapport he builds and compassion he conveys.
Attorney White is a member of the New Haven County Bar Association and previously served as the President of the New Haven Young Lawyers Association.
Still a proud New Haven resident, Attorney White enjoys spending time in the city with his wife Sara, their two young children, and their pit bull, Ghost. He’s an avid UConn basketball fan and New York Yankees fan.
