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Gerace & Cavallari, LLC

Updated 2026-07-15 · 1,035 reviewed · 116 listed · Scored from 97 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(97) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
No Win No Fee / Free ConsultationPersonal Injury Attorney
Gerace & Cavallari, LLC
Services
No Win No Fee / Free Consultation, Personal Injury Attorney
Reviews
97

What recent reviews say

William Gerace, Cara Cavallari, and their named associates (Rice, Sullivan, Melissa at front desk) deliver consistent hands-on attention across criminal defense cases. Clients report quick resolutions, clear explanations of each step, and being treated as people, not case numbers. One outlier complaint about non-responsiveness after payment; the bulk of 97 reviews celebrate outcomes from traffic tickets to serious felonies, with staff praised for patience and follow-up under prolonged stress.

Their website claims over 35 years in operation across Connecticut. Cases appear to span speeding tickets through sexual assault defense and personal injury; several reviewers note case dismissals and better-than-expected outcomes. The firm emphasizes genuine care and strategy over volume processing, with repeat praise for Gerace's criminal law expertise and Cavallari's efficiency.

Praised for
  • named staff responsiveness (Rice, Cara, Gerace, Cavallari, Sullivan, Melissa)
  • case results and quick settlements
  • personalized treatment and genuine care
  • clear communication and kept informed
  • professional demeanor throughout
Watch-outs
  • unresponsive communication
  • took payment without follow-through
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Best for: people facing criminal charges who value direct attorney access and case-specific strategy over volume firms.
Think twice if: One reviewer reported non-responsiveness after payment; ask for references if worried about follow-up.

Strengths

  • criminal defense expertise across felonies and traffic matters
  • named partners and staff known by clients
  • documented case dismissals and favorable outcomes
  • responsive communication during court process

Worth knowing

  • Attorney William Gerace leads criminal defense, praised for felony and sexual assault defense expertise
  • Attorney Cara Cavallari manages cases to quick settlement with zero-stress process for clients
  • Attorney Rice and Attorney Sullivan both named in recent reviews for case explanation and efficiency
  • Melissa at front desk consistently mentioned for answering questions and professional demeanor
  • Michelle Dougherty noted for quick responses to client questions
  • Website states 35+ years operating history
  • Documented case outcomes include dismissals, nolles, and acquittals (e.g., not guilty on 6 counts)

What reviews say by service

No Win No Fee / Free Consultation
No explicit no-win-no-fee terms mentioned in reviews; firm accepts criminal and personal injury referrals.
Personal Injury Attorney
One reviewer mentions case resolution and settlement efficiency; limited personal injury review detail.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.62 average across the 94 no win no fee / free consultation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 82% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 84
Review volume 86
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I speak directly with an attorney, not just staff?
Reviewers consistently report direct access to named attorneys (Gerace, Cavallari, Rice, Sullivan) who explain the case and return calls, not just front-desk staff.
How long do cases typically take?
Multiple recent reviews cite quick settlements and case resolution, including traffic tickets resolved without court and serious felony cases resolved in months to years, but no fixed timeline is stated.
Does the firm handle both criminal and personal injury?
Their website lists both criminal defense and personal injury services; most reviews focus on criminal defense outcomes.

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Last updated 2026-07-15