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Aidan R. Welsh, Family Law Attorney in Old Greenwich, Connecticut

Over 20 years of legal practice

Old Greenwich, CT

Practicing family law in Old Greenwich since 2006.

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Aidan R. Welsh is an attorney based in Old Greenwich, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Family Law. Aidan has over 20 years of legal experience.

Based in
Old Greenwich, CONNECTICUT
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Family Law
  • Handles Family Law matters from Old Greenwich, CONNECTICUT.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Stamford) (2026).

About Aidan R. Welsh: Aidan R. Welsh is an attorney based in Old Greenwich, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Family Law. Aidan has over 20 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Aidan R. Welsh

Aidan concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Aidan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Family Law cases in Old Greenwich, Connecticut

Aidan takes family law matters in Old Greenwich, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Aidan agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Aidan R. Welsh — Over 20 years of Connecticut family law experience

Aidan R. Welsh is an attorney based in Old Greenwich, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Family Law. Aidan has over 20 years of legal experience.

Attorney Welsh is a Partner at Schoonmaker, George, Blomberg, Bryniczka & Welsh P.C. Attorney Welsh joined the law firm in 2006. Attorney Welsh graduated with honors from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 2006. While in law school, she served on the Connecticut Law Review and received awards for excellence in Evidence and Civil Procedure.

Attorney Welsh handles complex divorce and family law actions involving significant assets and child custody issues. She also has significant experience drafting and negotiating premarital agreements. Attorney Welsh was recently selected to be in included in The Best Lawyers in America, 2016 (c) in the field of Family Law. She is also recognized by SuperLawyers Magazine as a Rising Star in the Field of Family Law for 2013-2015. The Connecticut Law Tribune recognized Attorney Welsh as a New Leader in the Law in 2012.

Attorney Welsh is an active member of the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA). In 2011, she was recognized as a Rising Star of the CBA Family Law Section. Attorney Welsh currently serves as the Vice Chair of the CBA Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee, after having previously served on the CBA YLS Executive Committee as the Co-Chair of the Family Law Committee, Co-Director of Continuing Legal Education, Secretary, and Treasurer.

Attorney Welsh frequently speaks on issues related to Family Law for the CBA and has authored several publications in this field. Most recently she co-wrote an article for CT Lawyer Magazine about hedge funds in the context of matrimonial actions. She was the Co-Editor for the Connecticut Family Law Forms book published by the Connecticut Law Tribune. She also authored the article “Initial Client Interview” in the MCLE publication on Connecticut Family Law. Attorney Welsh also serves as a Special Master in the Stamford/Norwalk judicial district, assisting other attorneys and parties in resolving family cases.

Attorney Welsh serves on the Board of Directors for YWCA Darien-Norwalk and is actively involved in OPUS Person 2 Person.

Working with Aidan on a family law matter

Attorney Welsh is a Partner at Schoonmaker, George, Blomberg, Bryniczka & Welsh P.C. Attorney Welsh joined the law firm in 2006. Attorney Welsh graduated with honors from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 2006. While in law school, she served on the Connecticut Law Review and received awards for excellence in Evidence and Civil Procedure. Attorney Welsh handles complex divorce and…

Who Aidan represents

Aidan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Old Greenwich and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Aidan R. Welsh's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Connecticut

    J.D. · 2006

  • University of Delaware

    BA · 2003

Jurisdictions

Aidan's state bar admissions

  • New York

    2009 · ACTIVE

  • Connecticut

    2006 · ACTIVE

Aidan studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut and BA in University of Delaware.

Law school and academic background

Aidan completed J.D. in University of Connecticut and BA in University of Delaware. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Aidan runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Aidan R. Welsh

Aidan has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Stamford)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Stamford)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected to be included in The Best Lawyers in America 2016 in the field of Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected for the Connecticut Law Tribune’s “New Leaders in the Law” 2012

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Bar Association Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee, Star of the Year, 2012

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Bar Association Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee, Star of the Year, 2011

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section, Rising Star, Executive Committee Member, 2011

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Evidence, 2005

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Recipient of the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Civil Procedure, 2003

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Stamford) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Stamford) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Selected to be included in The Best Lawyers in America 2016 in the field of Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Selected for the Connecticut Law Tribune’s “New Leaders in the Law” 2012 (2026).

Locations

Aidan R. Welsh's office in Old Greenwich

Aidan's primary office is at 1700 East Putnam Avenue, Suite 206, Old Greenwich, Connecticut, 06870. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1700 East Putnam Avenue, Suite 206

Old Greenwich, Connecticut 06870

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Hiring guide

How to hire Aidan R. Welsh — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Aidan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Aidan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aidan's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Aidan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a family law attorney in Old Greenwich, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Aidan

Aidan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Aidan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Aidan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Aidan R. Welsh

  • How much does it cost to hire Aidan for a family law case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Aidan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Aidan offer a free consultation?

    Aidan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aidan's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Aidan's current terms during booking.

  • How long do family law cases in Connecticut typically take?

    Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Aidan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Aidan take my case if I'm outside Old Greenwich?

    Aidan is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Aidan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Aidan?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Aidan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Aidan accepting new family law clients right now?

    Aidan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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