Edwin Torrey Grimes, IP Attorney in Norwalk, Connecticut
Over 66 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
Norwalk, CT
Practicing ip in Norwalk since 1960.
- 66+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Edwin Torrey Grimes is an attorney based in Norwalk, CT. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Edwin has over 66 years of legal experience.
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- Norwalk, CT
- Experience
- over 66 years
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- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Norwalk, CT.
- Over 66 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Edwin Torrey Grimes: Edwin Torrey Grimes is an attorney based in Norwalk, CT. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Edwin has over 66 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Edwin Torrey Grimes
Edwin concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edwin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Norwalk, Connecticut
Edwin takes ip matters in Norwalk, 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Norwalk, Connecticut
Edwin takes real estate matters in Norwalk, 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 Edwin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Edwin Torrey Grimes — Over 66 years of Connecticut ip experience
Edwin Torrey Grimes is an attorney based in Norwalk, CT. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Edwin has over 66 years of legal experience.
Edwin Torrey Grimes is a lawyer practicing corporate intellectual property law. Edwin Torrey received a M.B.A. degree from New York University in 1975, and has been licensed for 66 years. Edwin Torrey practices in Norwalk, CT.
Working with Edwin on a ip matter
Edwin Torrey Grimes is a lawyer practicing corporate intellectual property law. Edwin Torrey received a M.B.A. degree from New York University in 1975, and has been licensed for 66 years. Edwin Torrey practices in Norwalk, CT.
Clients Edwin works with
Edwin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Norwalk and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Edwin Torrey Grimes's legal education and bar admissions
New York University
J.D. · 1959
New York University
M.B.A. Stevens · 1975
Jurisdictions
Edwin's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1970 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1966 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1962 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1962 · ACTIVE
New York
1960 · ACTIVE
Edwin studied at J.D. in New York University and M.B.A. Stevens in New York University.
Law school and academic background
Edwin completed J.D. in New York University and M.B.A. Stevens in New York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edwin runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Edwin Torrey Grimes's office in Norwalk
Edwin's primary office is at 761 Main Ave., Norwalk, CT, 06859. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Edwin Torrey Grimes — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edwin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edwin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin'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; Edwin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Norwalk, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Edwin
Edwin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Edwin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edwin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edwin Torrey Grimes
How much does it cost to hire Edwin for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edwin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edwin offer a free consultation?
Edwin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Edwin's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple ip 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. Edwin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edwin take my case if I'm outside Norwalk?
Edwin 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 — Edwin 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 Edwin?
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. Edwin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edwin accepting new ip clients right now?
Edwin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Norwalk, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut
Edwin handles ip matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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