Howard D. Komisar, Real Estate Attorney in Westport, Connecticut
Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC
Westport, CT
Trusted real estate attorney serving Westport.
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Howard D. Komisar is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC.
- Based in
- Westport, CONNECTICUT
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Westport, CONNECTICUT.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Howard D. Komisar: Howard D. Komisar is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Howard takes on
Howard concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Westport, Connecticut
Howard takes real estate 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Howard D. Komisar — real estate lawyer in Westport
Howard D. Komisar is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Real Estate. Currently practicing at Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC.
Howard D. Komisar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law.
Howard D., who practices law in Westport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Howard D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Howard handles real estate matters
Howard D. Komisar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Howard D., who practices law in Westport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Howard D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Howard represents
Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Westport and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. · 1982
Howard studied at J.D. in University of Miami School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Howard completed J.D. in University of Miami School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Howard has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Howard D. Komisar in Westport, Connecticut
Howard's primary office is at Westport, Connecticut, 06880. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Howard D. Komisar — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard'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; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Westport, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Howard
Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate 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. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Howard D. Komisar
How much does it cost to hire Howard for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple real estate 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside Westport?
Howard 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 — Howard 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 Howard?
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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new real estate clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Real Estate attorneys serving Westport, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut
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