Our Philosophy

DiCara & Farris, LLC was founded on the philosophy that a lawyer should offer skilled guidance, advice and counsel to help clients through the milestones in their life.  We take our roles as advocate, advisor and counselor seriously.  At DiCara & Farris, LLC we believe every client is unique and needs to be treated as an individual.  We understand how important their legal situation is to them. We strive to provide the information and advice you will need to make informed decisions regarding your legal matter.

Attorney Phyllis M. DiCara

Since her career began in 1982, Attorney DiCara has focused on the legal needs of individuals and their families.  After working as an associate and partner, Attorney DiCara opened her own practice in 1993. In 2021 she has partnered with Attorney Farris and is excited to continue to help individuals and their families through life’s milestones.

Attorney DiCara has learned through the years that, as similar as people and circumstances may be, each person carries their own individual desires and needs.   She respects each client’s uniqueness and individuality; always searching for options for you.  Attorney DiCara will make sure you are fully involved in the legal process to find the course of action that works best for you and your family.

Professional & Community Affiliations

AV® Preeminent™ Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Named Top Attorney by Hartford Magazine 2011, 2012
Connecticut Bar Association
Hartford County Bar Association
Greater New Britain Bar Association
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Central Connecticut Collaborative Family Law Group
Collaborative Divorce Professionals
Connecticut Attorney’s Title Insurance Company
Special Master Pre-Trial Program, Hartford & New Britain Judicial Districts
Human Rights Commission, Town of Newington, CT

Education

Bachelor of Science, Saint Joseph’s College, Rensselaer, Indiana
Doctor of Jurisprudence, Syracuse University College of Law, Syracuse, NY
Continuing Legal Education Courses

Attorney Phyllis M. DiCara
Email: Phyllis M. DiCara, Esq

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Attorney Rachel D. Farris

Attorney Farris partnered with Attorney DiCara in 2021 to form DiCara & Farris, LLC. Attorney Farris has practiced family law from the beginning of her career in 2006. Family law clients are unique as they require a lawyer who can handle the legal and emotional components on their case. Attorney Farris offers clients practical advice to guide the case forward without incurring outrageous legal fees.

Attorney Farris began her career in Massachusetts at South Coastal County Legal Services, Inc. representing low income clients in eviction actions and divorce.  She also was engaged in legal outreach to the homeless in Barnstable County.

Professional & Community Affiliations
Admitted to practice in Connecticut & Massachusetts
American Bar Association
Connecticut Bar Association
Greater New Britain Bar Association
Kiwanis Club of Cheshire
Special Master Pre-Trial Program, Hartford & New Britain Judicial Districts
BNI Chapter Inside Edge in West Hartford, CT

Education
Bachelor of Arts, University of Connecticut
Doctor of Jurisprudence, Roger Williams University School of Law
Continuing Legal Education Courses

Attorney Rachel D. Farris
Email: Rachel D. Farris, Esq

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Christine A. Peterson, Paralegal

Our paralegal Chris came to DiCara & Farris, LLC in 2015 bringing with her over 35 years of experience working in law offices. In addition to her depth of experience, she brings her enthusiasm, care and concern for the client and a great sense of humor.

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DiCara & Farris, LLC represents clients in Hartford County (Avon, Berlin, Bloomfield, Bristol, Burlington, Canton, East Granby, East, Hartford, East Windsor, Enfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, Granby, Hartford, Hartland, Manchester, Marlborough, New Britain, Newington, Plainville, Rocky  Hill, Simsbury, Southington, South Windsor, Suffield, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Windsor, Windsor Locks), Middlesex County (Chester, Clinton, Cromwell, Deep River, Durham, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Killingworth, Middlefield, Middletown, Old Saybrook, Portland, Westbrook) and Tolland County (Andover, Bolton, Columbia, Coventry, Ellington, Hebron, Mansfield, Somers, Stafford, Tolland, Union, Vernon, Willington), CT, New Haven County (Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Branford, Cheshire, Derby, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Middlebury, Milford, Naugatuck, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, Oxford, Prospect, Seymour, Southbury, Wallingford, Waterbury, West Haven, Wolcott, Woodbridge).