The Law Offices of Richard J. Shapiro is a Connecticut-based legal practice specializing exclusively in residential real estate law, offering clients over 35 years of focused experience in transactions ranging from home purchases and sales to refinancing and new construction. The firm stands out for its personalized, communicative approach and deep familiarity with local customs, financing options, and the complexities of real estate closings.
Richard J. Shapiro works directly with clients—including first-time homebuyers, experienced buyers and sellers, and those refinancing—to ensure a smooth, understandable process from initial search to successful closing. The firm maintains strong relationships with banks, lenders, and realtors across the region and is particularly noted for its dedication to educating clients, including teaching first-time buyer classes in partnership with local agencies and organizations like the Housing Development Fund and Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust.
Services Offered
- Residential real estate purchases
- Residential real estate sales
- Refinancing transactions
- New construction legal services
- Short sale negotiations
- Real estate contract review and preparation
- Assistance with home inspections
- Guidance on financing and lender coordination
- Consultation on Connecticut first-time homebuyer programs
- Legal counseling for down payment and closing cost assistance programs
- Real estate legal education for buyers and realtors
Serving clients throughout Connecticut—from Greenwich to New Haven—the firm offers services in English and is highly experienced with programs administered by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA). Richard J. Shapiro is a longtime local resident, adding valuable community insight to his legal guidance.
