Canaan Lawyers

I graduated Cum Laude with my J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 1974. After many years of practicing law, I founded Ruane Attorneys at Law, LLC, a criminal defense law firm based in Connecticut, in 2001 with my son Jay Ruane. Our practice areas include criminal defense, DUI defense, juvenile defense, civil rights, and other areas of criminal law.

At Pinsky Law, my commitment goes beyond merely representing you in court. I, Irving Jay Pinsky, take a personal interest in your well-being, making hospital visits to ensure you are receiving top-notch medical care, physical therapy, and support throughout your recovery. Our firm is dedicated solely to handling catastrophic injury cases. I work relentlessly to obtain swift and substantial settlements, allowing you to concentrate on your most important task—your recovery. With decades of experience and a proactive approach, I am by your side at every stage.

I am a graduate of Trinity College in Hartford and Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. I am past president of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and although the majority of the practice is appeals and trial litigation, as a country lawyer in Old Lyme I have always helped people with real estate closings, wills, trusts, estates and the probate process. including will contests and probate litigation. I have argued successfully at the Connecticut Appellate Court and the Connecticut Supreme Court.

Real Estate, Elder Law and Nursing Home Asset Protection, Estate Planning, DUI, Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Probate, General Practice

A graduate of Yale Law School raised in Connecticut, Alex Taubes is a civil rights lawyer. He represents people who are injured, people who are accused of crimes, and people challenging injustice.