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Brian Tims, Business Attorney in Westport, Connecticut

focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation

Westport, CT

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Brian Tims is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.

Based in
Westport, CONNECTICUT
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Westport, CONNECTICUT.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Brian Tims: Brian Tims is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Brian's practice areas in Westport

Brian concentrates on business, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Westport, Connecticut

Brian takes business matters in Westport, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Westport, Connecticut

Brian takes insurance matters in Westport, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Westport, Connecticut

Brian takes litigation matters in Westport, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Westport, Connecticut

Brian takes personal injury matters in Westport, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.

Biography

Brian Tims, business attorney serving Westport

Brian Tims is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Brian works from Westport, Connecticut and takes on business matters across the region.

Brian E. Tims is an experienced attorney with a strong background in general litigation. Brian represents businesses of all sizes as well as individuals in a variety of litigation matters including labor and employment, professional liability, products liability, land disputes, construction defect, premises liability, and automobile liability. He also handles commercial litigation, including breach of contract and unfair trade practice matters. In addition to his robust civil practice, Brian defends clients facing criminal and motor vehicle-related offenses. He regularly appears before state and federal courts in Connecticut.

Brian has a deep understanding of risk management, stemming from his focus of collegiate study in the discipline. He also worked for one of the country’s largest property and casualty insurance companies and has more than a decade of private legal practice focused on insurance defense. Brian knows firsthand what keeps claims professionals and risk managers up at night. He speaks their language and knows how they measure success. Further, by partnering with his clients, Brian is able to anticipate their needs and provide them with vital information that can impact their litigation strategy. He draws on his diverse practice for fresh insight and creative tactics to provide optimal outcomes tailored specifically for each matter.

Brian works closely with clients to fully understand their businesses, goals, and risk tolerance to determine, based on the facts of each case, potential liability and exposure and the most advantageous, cost-effective outcomes. Clients appreciate Brian’s sensitivity to costs and his efficient case management and helps them minimize their legal spend by identifying and providing solutions to vulnerabilities that could lead to litigation in the future.

Recognized by the legal industry for his accomplishments, Brian has been named for inclusion in Connecticut Super Lawyers Rising Stars since 2013, an honor awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state. He also earned the Connecticut Law Tribune’s coveted, “New Leaders in Law,” recognition for his efforts related to development of the law, advocacy and community contributions, service to the bar, and peer and public recognition.

Brian's approach to business cases

Brian E. Tims is an experienced attorney with a strong background in general litigation. Brian represents businesses of all sizes as well as individuals in a variety of litigation matters including labor and employment, professional liability, products liability, land disputes, construction defect, premises liability, and automobile liability. He also handles commercial litigation, including…

Clients Brian works with

Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Westport and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Brian studied and practices

  • University of Connecticut

    J.D. · 2008

Brian studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Brian's legal honors and published work

Brian has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fairfield County Business Journal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — “40 Under 40”

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Law Tribune

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — ’s “New Leaders in Law”

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Connecticut Super Lawyers Rising Stars

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Fairfield County Business Journal (2026). Best Lawyers in America — “40 Under 40” (2026).

Locations

Brian Tims's office in Westport

Brian's primary office is at 33 Riverside Avenue, 4th Floor, Westport, Connecticut, 06880. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

33 Riverside Avenue, 4th Floor

Westport, Connecticut 06880

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Hiring guide

How to hire Brian Tims — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Westport, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Brian

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Brian Tims

  • How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business case?

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

  • Does Brian offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Connecticut typically take?

    Simple business 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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Westport?

    Brian 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 — Brian 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 Brian?

    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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Brian accepting new business clients right now?

    Brian'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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