To The Editor:

My fellow Republicans, the role of Judge of Probate is essential to our communities. The position requires knowledge of the many areas of the practice of law. Patrick Walsh's areas of practice include litigation, real estate, corporate law, and trusts and estates. In addition, Patrick Walsh has represented individuals in Probate Courts throughout the state for over 20 years.

Patrick Walsh has extensive experience managing probate matters and representing individuals in various capacities, including conserved individuals, conservators, name change applicants, guardian proceedings, parental termination proceedings, and fiduciaries.

He has also been appointed on numerous occasions by the Probate Court to serve in a fiduciary capacity and to assist the court as guardian ad litem. This experience will serve Newtown, Ridgefield, Redding, and Bethel well and makes him uniquely qualified to be our next Judge of Probate.

Patrick is a leader and an incredibly generous person. He has helped out many people in Ridgefield and the region, myself included, and never asks for more than a thank you.

Patrick is the most qualified and the most respected candidate running for Judge of Probate. Please join me on August 9 and cast your vote for Patrick Walsh.

Bob Cascella

107 Branchville Road, Ridgefield     August 2, 2016