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The Earned Income Tax Credit, EITC or EIC, is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. To qualify, you must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if you do not owe any tax or are not required to file. EITC reduces the amount of tax you owe and may...Read More

In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, here is the full text of the I Have A Dream Speech: I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. Five score years ago, a great American, in...Read More

“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.Read More

Today is National Gourmet Coffee Day! I am enjoying a k-cup of veranda blend on this snowy Saturday night. What are you all up to this weekend? ☕️♥️☃️ CONTACTRead More

Display of Case Information on the Judicial Branch Website The case look-up pages were created by the Connecticut Judicial Branch solely as a public service. While every effort is made to assure the data is accurate and current, the Judicial Branch does not warrant the accuracy of the information contained herein nor is it responsible...Read More

In addition to Bankruptcy services, we also offer Foreclosure Defense services. If you want to fight foreclosure, you’ll need to understand how to file documents with the court and lender, mediation rules, and more. We can help you navigate the process and procedures, and advise you about your various options. Sincerely, Theresa Rose DeGray Attorney...Read More

For a criminal defendant with limited English proficiency, or who has a hearing impairment, a skilled courtroom interpreter is a vital part of the justice system. Like court-appointed attorneys, interpreters enable defendants to understand proceedings and assist in their own defense. The role of court interpreters is the theme of a newly released Knowledge Seminar...Read More

During our initial Chapter 7 Bankruptcy consultation, I will go over a list of documents I need to analyze your financial circumstances.  I will ask that you prepare and deliver copies of the documents requested, and that you retain your originals.  These documents, which will include items such as pay stubs, bank statements and household...Read More

“Charlotte E. Ray (January 13, 1850 – January 4, 1911) was the first Black American female lawyer in the United States. Ray graduated from Howard University School of Law in 1872. She was also the first female admitted to the District of Columbia Bar, and the first woman admitted to practice before the Supreme Court...Read More