Renee C Bauer
Founder, Managing Attorney, Author, Speaker, and Legal Thought Leader
Attorney Renée Bauer is a trailblazing family law attorney, award-winning author, motivational speaker, and legal thought leader. As the Founder and Managing Attorney of Happy Even After Family Law, Renée has dedicated her career to reshaping the conversation around divorce, proving that reconfigured families can thrive, and empowering her clients with the tools they need to move forward with confidence.
She takes on high-asset and complex litigation cases, limiting her caseload to ensure that each client receives the individualized, high-level advocacy they deserve.
Her expertise in family law has made her a go-to voice in the media, frequently called upon by newspapers, radio, and television to provide legal commentary on current family law topics. She is also an in-demand legal educator, presenting at top legal seminars and writing extensively on family law matters.
Renée is not only a powerhouse in the courtroom but also a recognized authority in the literary world. She has authored several books, including:
• Divorce in Connecticut – A comprehensive resource available in every library across the state.
• Percy’s Imperfectly Perfect Family – A children’s book co-authored with her son to help kids understand divorce.
• The Ultimate Guide to Solo and Small Firm Success – A strategic roadmap for legal professionals.
• She Who Wins – Winner of the 2023 American Book Fest Award in Women’s Issues and the 2024 Reader Views Literary Award, inspiring women to step into their power and create lives they love after divorce.
As the host of a top 2% ranked podcast, Renée leads unfiltered discussions about divorce, relationships, reinvention, and personal growth. Her impact extends far beyond the courtroom, reaching listeners worldwide who seek guidance, empowerment, and inspiration.
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
- Zoom
- WebEx
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Retainer fees are quoted based on the complexity of your unique case.
- Connecticut
- State of Connecticut Judicial Branch
- ID Number: 421845
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- Reader's Choice Winner in Self-Help
- Reader's Choice Award
- Best Book Award
- American Book Fest
- Litigator of the Year
- CT Bar Association
- Women-Owned Business of the Year
- Hamden Chamber of Commerce
- Motivational Speaker, The TrailblazHER Summit, Madison, CT
- Madison Chamber of Commerce
- What you need to know about divorce in your estate planning practice, Webinar, Connecticut
- CT Forum Meeting for WealthCounsel Attorneys
- The Impact of Mental Health on Custody Cases to therapists, Webinar, Connecticut
- CT Counseling Association, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
- Motivational Speaker, She Who Wins Summit, Mohegan Sun
- She Who Wins
- Women's empowerment event for leaders in business
- Panel Speaker, Self-Made Summit, Scottsdale, AZ
- Founders
- Panel about being a successful entrepreneur.
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