Steady counsel for the most consequential moments in family life.
Galbo Family Law is a boutique Connecticut practice representing clients in divorce, custody, and high-conflict family matters. Strategic. Direct. Prepared.
“Tara is amazing. No flinching, she gets it. Solid advice from a place of great compassion.”
Galbo Family Law, LLC is a boutique family law firm in Milford, Connecticut, led by Attorney Tara J. Galbo, who has practiced family law in Connecticut courts for more than 25 years. The firm represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, legal separation, high-conflict family matters, and select mediation cases throughout New Haven and Fairfield counties. Office: 88 High Street, Milford, CT. Phone: 203-943-1583. Email: attygalbo@galbofamilylaw.com. Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday.
Family law is rarely simple. Representation should be.
Each case involves legal, financial, and emotional considerations that must be addressed carefully and efficiently. Attorney Galbo approaches every matter with preparation, clarity, and resolution.
When negotiation is possible, it is pursued thoughtfully. When litigation is required, cases are handled decisively and with close attention to detail.
This practice is structured to assess matters quickly and move cases forward without unnecessary delay.
A consistent record, in courts that know her name.
Attorney Tara J. Galbo has more than 25 years of experience practicing family law in Connecticut courts.
Client reviews and professional history are publicly available and reflect a consistent record of effective, ethical representation.
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Family — in every form — is what we protect.
Galbo Family Law is a proud puppy sponsor of Where the Love Is Animal Rescue, supporting the work of finding homes for animals in need throughout Connecticut.
The firm's involvement in the local community reflects the same values that guide its representation: care, commitment, and the belief that families come in many forms.
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Plain-language guides for Connecticut families
Filing for Divorce in Connecticut: What to Expect
An overview of the Connecticut divorce process, from the initial complaint through the final decree, including timelines and required disclosures.
Understanding Child Custody in Connecticut
How Connecticut courts decide legal and physical custody, what a parenting plan must address, and how disputes are resolved.
What to Bring to Your First Family Law Consultation
A practical checklist to make your first meeting efficient — documents, questions, and what to expect afterward.
Working with a Divorce Attorney in Milford, Connecticut
What to consider when retaining counsel for a Connecticut divorce, and how representation in Milford and the surrounding shoreline differs in practice.
Mediation in Divorce Cases: When It Fits and When It Doesn't
How mediation works in Connecticut divorce, the cases it suits, and the circumstances under which it is not the right approach.
Choosing a Divorce Litigator: What Two Decades at the Bar Looks Like
A clear-eyed view of what experienced divorce litigation actually involves, and what to look for when a case is contested.
Connecticut Family Court Directory
A directory of the Judicial District courthouses that hear family matters across Connecticut, with addresses, phone numbers, and the towns each serves.
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