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Real Estate Lawyers in New London, CT: 2026 rankings

33 real estate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in New London: Law Office of Albanese and Knauer, LLC, LFR Score 67/100; 4.9★ from 186 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Most-reviewed: Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law, 242 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 33 ranked; ranked #4.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

33 New London real estate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 33 rated law firms.

Top 10 real estate lawyers in New London at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 real estate lawyers in New London at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inNotable for
1Law Office of Albanese and Knauer, LLC674.9★ (186)Ledyard, 5 mi awayTop score
2Yona Gregory Law Office634.0★ (73)New London—
3Kaplan and Brennan LLP594.8★ (52)Plainfield, 24 mi away—
4Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law594.7★ (242)New LondonMost reviews
5John J. Gentile Jr. Law Office584.9★ (14)Westerly, 14 mi away—
6The Law Office of Khorey L. Peterson585.0★ (11)Old Saybrook, 12 mi away—
7Stuart R Norman Jr Law Office584.5★ (20)Windham, 18 mi away—
8Kuhn R Paul574.5★ (11)Westerly, 15 mi away—
9Jezek Scott W564.6★ (10)Middletown, 21 mi away—
10Conway, Londregan, Sheehan & Monaco, P.C.554.9★ (44)New London—

All 33 real estate lawyers in New London, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in New London

    #1 Law Office of Albanese and Knauer, LLC

    Based in Ledyard, 5 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 186 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 186 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2 Chapman Ln, Gales Ferry, CT 06335
    View profile for Law Office of Albanese and Knauer, LLC(860) 464-0030

  2. #2 Yona Gregory Law Office

    Based in New London

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 73 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    16 Granite St, New London, CT 06320
    View profile for Yona Gregory Law Office(860) 443-9662

  3. #3 Kaplan and Brennan LLP

    Based in Plainfield, 24 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    643 Norwich Rd, Plainfield, CT 06374
    View profile for Kaplan and Brennan LLP(860) 564-3351

  5. #5 John J. Gentile Jr. Law Office

    Based in Westerly, 14 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    148 Main St, Westerly, RI 02891
    View profile for John J. Gentile Jr. Law Office(401) 596-3693

  7. #7 Stuart R Norman Jr Law Office

    Based in Windham, 18 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    19 Slater Ave, Jewett City, CT 06351
    View profile for Stuart R Norman Jr Law Office(860) 376-0069

  8. #8 Kuhn R Paul

    Based in Westerly, 15 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    29 Post Rd, Westerly, RI 02891
    View profile for Kuhn R Paul(401) 596-6966

  9. #9 Jezek Scott W

    Based in Middletown, 21 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    31 William F Palmer Rd, Moodus, CT 06469
    View profile for Jezek Scott W(860) 873-1449

  11. #11 Peck & Tuneski, P.C.

    Based in Norwich, 13 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5 Clinic Dr, Norwich, CT 06360
    View profile for Peck & Tuneski, P.C.(860) 886-9225

  13. #13 Mariani Reck Lane, LLC

    Based in New London

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 71 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 71 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    83 Broad St, New London, CT 06320
    View profile for Mariani Reck Lane, LLC(860) 443-5023

  14. #14 O'Brien & Simones

    Based in Waterford, 2 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    87 Boston Post Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
    View profile for O'Brien & Simones(860) 442-9100

  15. #15 Synodi & Videll

    Based in Waterford, 1 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Address
    65 Boston Post Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
    View profile for Synodi & Videll(860) 447-3220

  16. #16 RANDALL A ORTEGA ATTORNEY AT LAW

    Based in Norwich, 12 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    60 Chelsea Harbor Dr, Norwich, CT 06360
    View profile for RANDALL A ORTEGA ATTORNEY AT LAW(860) 889-6333

  17. #17 Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP Formerly, Waller Smith & Palmer PC

    Based in New London

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    52 Eugene O'Neill Dr #6307, New London, CT 06320
    View profile for Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP Formerly, Waller Smith & Palmer PC(860) 442-0367

  18. #18 Monaco Ralph J

    Based in New London

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    38 Huntington St, New London, CT 06320
    View profile for Monaco Ralph J(860) 447-3171

  20. #20 Basilica Law Firm

    Based in New London

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    37 Granite St, New London, CT 06320
    View profile for Basilica Law Firm(860) 629-0977

  22. #22 Holth & Kollman, LLC

    Based in New London

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    58 Huntington St, New London, CT 06320
    View profile for Holth & Kollman, LLC(860) 891-6320

  24. #24 Brodeur Law Firm, LLC

    Based in Ledyard, 8 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    107 Wilcox Rd Ste 107A, Stonington, CT 06378
    View profile for Brodeur Law Firm, LLC(860) 535-1989

All 33 real estate lawyers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #33, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.

real estate lawyers in New London, ranks 26 to 33
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Ansell Laben Law Offices, LLC505.0★ (5)In New London
27Jackson O'Keefe, LLP East Haddam, Moodus Law Firm505.0★ (4)20 mi
28Attorney Santa Mendoza504.0★ (5)In New London
29Kevin Wickless Law, LLC.494.2★ (20)12 mi
30Cloutier and Cassella495.0★ (12)15 mi
31Ed Lowe Law475.0★ (10)17 mi
32Law Firm of Sean E. Donlan475.0★ (6)16 mi
33Orsinger Nardone Lallo & Thomsen465.0★ (4)14 mi

Also serving New London

20 more real estate lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked real estate lawyers serving New London
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Bruce A. Chamberlain4.1★ (61)In New London
Cipparone & Zaccaro, P.C.5.0★ (15)In New London
Faulkner & Graves, P.C.4.8★ (29)In New London
Geraghty & Bonnano, LLC5.0★ (12)In New London
H.L.Pina Law5.0★ (8)In New London
Harrington Law Firm LLC4.8★ (8)In New London
Horgan Law Offices4.5★ (8)In New London
Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers4.8★ (117)In New London
Law Office of Korrin N. Amaral LLC5.0★ (45)In New London
Law Offices of Gregg W Wagman4.9★ (46)In New London
Messier, Massad, Burdick & Assoc. LLC4.9★ (127)In New London
Peck & Tuneski, P.C.4.9★ (48)In New London
Provatas & McNamara, LLC4.6★ (34)In New London
Ruane DUI & Criminal Defense Attorneys4.9★ (118)In New London
Ryan D. Ziolkowski, Attorney at Law4.7★ (15)In New London
Sawyer Scott W4.6★ (30)In New London
Strafaci Law Firm, LLC.4.5★ (33)In New London
The Law Office of Erica Rodriguez4.6★ (51)In New London
The Reardon Law Firm, P.C.4.8★ (25)In New London
Traystman & Coric, LLC4.6★ (39)In New London

How we ranked New London real estate lawyers

We scored 33 New London real estate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn New London data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a real estate lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many real estate law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask what the closing fee includes and which disbursements are charged on top.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a real estate lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • What does your closing fee include?
  • Will you review the purchase contract before I sign?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Real estate lawyers in New London: frequently asked questions

Which real estate lawyer has the highest LFR Score in New London?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked real estate lawyer in New London, CT is Law Office of Albanese and Knauer, LLC with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 4.9★ from 186 Google reviews. Yona Gregory Law Office (#2) and Kaplan and Brennan LLP (#3) follow. We ranked 33 real estate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many real estate lawyers are there in New London?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 33 real estate lawyers serving New London, CT. 11 of them are based in New London; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which real estate lawyers in New London are open 24/7?

1 ranked real estate lawyer in New London posts 24/7 hours. Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which real estate lawyers in New London work on weekends?

1 of 33 ranked real estate lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do New London real estate lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 33 rated real estate lawyers in New London is 4.8★, with a median of 14 reviews. Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law has the most, 242 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank real estate lawyers?

Each real estate lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do real estate lawyers outside New London count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the New London city center, our service radius for real estate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can real estate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do real estate lawyers in New London, CT charge?

Real estate lawyers often charge a flat fee for a residential closing and hourly rates for disputes and commercial work. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $399 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Do I need a lawyer to buy a house?

It depends on the state: some states require or customarily use an attorney for closings, others use title or escrow companies. A lawyer can still review the contract before you sign. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of real estate lawyers in New London, CT ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in New London?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for New London

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 33 real estate lawyers serving New London.

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