Overview

Garlinck Dumont founded Dumont Law LLC in 2014 in West Hartford, Connecticut, with a particular aim: to provide legal counsel while maintaining genuine relationships with individual clients, colleagues, and the broader legal community. That orientation toward the personal is not incidental. Before attending law school, Dumont spent time working in social services, an experience that shaped how the firm approaches the human dimensions of family law, divorce, and estate matters.

The firm operates as a lean general practice from its office at Suite 311, 1028 Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06119. The practice covers divorce and custody, estate planning, probate, mediation, employment discrimination, and criminal law, concentrating on areas where the outcome directly affects clients’ family lives, financial stability, and long-term security.

Practice Areas

Divorce and Child Custody: The firm represents clients in contested and uncontested divorce proceedings and in custody arrangements. Garlinck Dumont holds two Connecticut certifications that are directly relevant to child-related matters: certification as a Guardian Ad Litem and certification as an Attorney for the Minor Child. These credentials allow the firm to take on roles within the Connecticut court system that require specialized knowledge of how courts evaluate and prioritize the best interests of children. Not every family law attorney in Connecticut holds these designations.

Wills and Probate: Dumont Law assists clients in drafting estate documents and navigating probate court proceedings. The probate process in Connecticut can be procedurally complex, and the firm provides guidance through asset identification, documentation, and court-supervised distribution.

Estate Planning: The firm assists clients in building estate plans that include wills, advance directives, and related documents designed to provide clarity and protection for clients and their families.

Employment Discrimination: The firm represents employees who have experienced discrimination in the workplace. The legal framework governing employment discrimination spans state and federal law, and the firm provides representation for individuals in this area.

Mediation: Mediation is listed as a formal practice area, consistent with Dumont’s certified Guardian Ad Litem role. Mediation in family law contexts provides parties an alternative to contested litigation for resolving disputes involving custody, property division, and support.

Criminal Law: The firm handles criminal matters, though this practice area is less detailed in publicly available information.

Attorney Profile

Garlinck Dumont (Founding Attorney)

Garlinck Dumont received a law degree from New England School of Law in Boston, Massachusetts, and received the Dean’s Service Award for Outstanding Leadership and Service to the Institution upon graduating. He is licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Connecticut court proceedings in family matters sometimes require a Guardian Ad Litem, who is an attorney appointed to represent the best interests of a child rather than either parent. Dumont is certified by the State of Connecticut to serve in this role. He is also certified as an Attorney for the Minor Child, a related but distinct Connecticut designation. These certifications indicate familiarity with the procedural and substantive standards Connecticut courts apply when evaluating what arrangements serve children’s interests in contested family matters.

Before law school, Dumont’s career was in social services. That professional background directly informs the firm’s approach to family law: an understanding that clients are navigating some of the most stressful circumstances of their lives, and that legal advice must account for the practical and emotional realities those clients face.

Location and Service Area

Dumont Law LLC is located at Suite 311, 1028 Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06119. The firm can be reached by phone at (860) 348-5702 or by fax at (860) 469-2962, or by email at info@dumontlawllc.com. The firm’s website is dumontlawllc.com/.

West Hartford is situated at the center of the Hartford metropolitan area, and the firm serves clients in Hartford County and surrounding Connecticut communities.

Client Focus

The firm serves individuals and families who need legal representation in divorce, custody, probate, estate planning, employment, and related matters. The lean firm structure is designed to allow for direct attorney engagement rather than routing clients through layers of staff. The founding attorney’s explicit goal in establishing the firm was to build relationships with clients, a purpose that shapes how the practice operates on a day-to-day basis.

The firm also represents indigent clients through pro bono work with Statewide Legal Services, Inc., an organization that provides free legal services to low-income Connecticut residents. The founding attorney’s commitment to this work is reflected in his service on the Pro Bono Committee of the Connecticut Bar Association. Dumont also mentors middle school students in New Britain, Connecticut through the Truancy Intervention Project, a program that pairs legal professionals with students who are facing attendance issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Guardian Ad Litem and why does the certification matter?

A Guardian Ad Litem is an attorney appointed by the court to represent the interests of a minor child in a legal proceeding rather than the interests of either parent. Connecticut courts appoint Guardians Ad Litem when they determine that an independent voice for the child will assist the court in making decisions that serve the child’s best interests. Garlinck Dumont is certified by the State of Connecticut to serve in this role. This certification is not held by all family law attorneys and requires specific training and court approval.

Does the firm handle both contested and uncontested divorce?

Yes. The firm represents clients in both types of proceedings. Uncontested divorce, where both parties have reached agreement on all major issues, is typically less time-consuming and less expensive. Contested divorce involves disputes about property division, custody, support, or other matters that require court resolution. The firm evaluates each client’s situation and advises on the most appropriate path.

What is the difference between a will and a power of attorney?

A will directs how a person’s assets are distributed after death and, in cases involving minor children, designates a guardian. A power of attorney is effective during the person’s lifetime and authorizes a designated individual to make financial, legal, or healthcare decisions on the person’s behalf if they become incapacitated. A comprehensive estate plan typically includes both documents. The firm assists clients in understanding how these instruments work together.

Does the firm offer services to clients who cannot afford standard legal fees?

Garlinck Dumont provides pro bono services through Statewide Legal Services, Inc. Eligibility for those free services is based on income criteria established by that organization. Individuals who believe they may qualify can inquire about the program through the firm or through Statewide Legal Services directly.

Closing

Dumont Law LLC serves West Hartford and the broader Hartford area from its office at Suite 311, 1028 Boulevard, West Hartford, CT 06119. The firm can be reached at (860) 348-5702 or at dumontlawllc.com/. For clients navigating family law matters in Connecticut, the founding attorney’s certifications as Guardian Ad Litem and Attorney for the Minor Child, combined with his background in social services, represent a combination of credentials and perspective that is not common in general practice firms of this size.