Brian E. Tims

Brian E. Tims is an experienced attorney with a strong background in general litigation. Brian represents businesses of all sizes as well as individuals in a variety of litigation matters including labor and employment, professional liability, products liability, land disputes, construction defect, premises liability, and automobile liability. He also handles commercial litigation, including breach of contract and unfair trade practice matters. In addition to his robust civil practice, Brian defends clients facing criminal and motor vehicle-related offenses. He regularly appears before state and federal courts in Connecticut.

Brian has a deep understanding of risk management, stemming from his focus of collegiate study in the discipline. He also worked for one of the country’s largest property and casualty insurance companies and has more than a decade of private legal practice focused on insurance defense. Brian knows firsthand what keeps claims professionals and risk managers up at night. He speaks their language and knows how they measure success. Further, by partnering with his clients, Brian is able to anticipate their needs and provide them with vital information that can impact their litigation strategy. He draws on his diverse practice for fresh insight and creative tactics to provide optimal outcomes tailored specifically for each matter.

Brian works closely with clients to fully understand their businesses, goals, and risk tolerance to determine, based on the facts of each case, potential liability and exposure and the most advantageous, cost-effective outcomes. Clients appreciate Brian’s sensitivity to costs and his efficient case management and helps them minimize their legal spend by identifying and providing solutions to vulnerabilities that could lead to litigation in the future.

Recognized by the legal industry for his accomplishments, Brian has been named for inclusion in Connecticut Super Lawyers Rising Stars since 2013, an honor awarded to no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in each state. He also earned the Connecticut Law Tribune’s coveted, “New Leaders in Law,” recognition for his efforts related to development of the law, advocacy and community contributions, service to the bar, and peer and public recognition.