About Us
Legal Work with a Human Touch
Since 1983, Guendelsberger Law Offices has served Connecticut with clarity, compassion, and commitment. What began as a one-man practice has grown into a collaborative team of legal professionals who prioritize doing right by every client.
Founded by Robert J. Guendelsberger, our firm was built on a foundation of fairness, service, and personal connection. Though Bob is no longer with us, his legacy lives on in every case we handle. Our team remains dedicated to serving clients with integrity, compassion, and a relentless focus on results.
Finalist for Best Law Firm
Attorney Robert Elfont - Finalist for Best Personal Injury Lawyer
Robert C. Elfont
Senior Partner
Personal Injury | Workers’ Compensation | Criminal Defense | Civil Litigation
With over 30 years of hands-on legal experience, Robert Elfont is known for keeping it real while delivering results across Connecticut. Joining GLO in 2018 and becoming a partner in 2021, Rob focuses on personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, and general civil litigation. Today, he proudly leads GLO as Senior Partner.
Rob began his legal journey as a clerk in the Hartford Judicial District, learning the ins and outs of courtroom procedure—mostly what not to do. From there, he transitioned to private practice handling civil matters, court-appointed cases, and criminal defense, before discovering his true passion in personal injury law. At GLO, Rob brings that expertise home, offering compassionate, full-service legal support to the community he’s called home for 25 years.
A Philadelphia sports fanatic (Go Birds!), Rob also holds 13 perfect games as a nationally-ranked amateur bowler. He enjoys tennis, whiskey tastings, concerts, and maintaining a perfectly manicured yard in Danbury.
Practice Areas:
Personal Injury | Workers’ Compensation | Criminal Defense | General Civil Matters
Bar Admissions:
Connecticut | Pennsylvania | U.S. District Court – District of Connecticut
Education:
B.A. Economics, Clark University
J.D. Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Professional Associations:
Danbury Bar Association | Litchfield Bar Association | Connecticut Bar Association | New Milford Chamber of Commerce
Paula P. Elfont
Managing Partner
Small Business Advising | Executive Counseling | Transactional Services
Small business isn’t just a focus—it’s in Paula’s DNA. Before joining GLO, she spent 15+ years climbing the ranks of a family-owned manufacturing company, ultimately serving as CEO and steering multiple domestic and international acquisitions before successfully selling the business to private equity.
Paula’s real-world experience inspired her advanced studies, earning a dual MBA/MS in Organizational Psychology, emphasizing management strategies for micro and small businesses. Today, she leverages that expertise to help small business owners navigate contracts, leases, acquisitions, succession planning, and operational growth—all tailored to each company’s scale, budget, and team.
A Danbury High alum and lifelong UCONN basketball fan, Paula enjoys travel, live music, craft cocktails, and living in Danbury with her husband, Rob, and their feline overlords.
Practice Areas:
Small Business Advising | Executive Counseling | Transactional Services
Bar Admissions:
Connecticut | U.S. District Court – District of Connecticut
Education:
B.S. Psychology, University of Connecticut
J.D. Magna Cum Laude, University of Baltimore School of Law
M.S. with Distinction, Organizational Psychology, University of Hartford
M.B.A. with Distinction, Barney School of Business, University of Hartford
Professional Associations:
Danbury Bar Association | Connecticut Bar Association | New Milford Chamber of Commerce
Barbara M. Guendelsberger
Senior Paralegal / Director of Case Management
Lead Client Navigator
Barbara is the heartbeat of our client experience. With over nine years at GLO and decades of customer service experience, she keeps cases organized, clients informed, and minds at ease. Barbara excels at translating complex legal processes into clear, actionable guidance for our clients.
A lifelong resident of the greater Danbury area, Barbara is also the devoted guardian of GLO’s Chief Canine Officer, Angel. When not at work, she enjoys music, live concerts, exploring local restaurants, and spending quality time with Angel.
Isabel Campos-Axilote
Paralegal
Workers' Compensation | Litigation
Isabel joined GLO in 2022, quickly becoming an essential part of our Workers’ Compensation team. She keeps clients informed, organizes critical evidence, and supports both complex litigation and small business matters. Fluent in Spanish, Isabel brings precision, diligence, and a passion for justice to every case.
A Newtown High alum and Western Connecticut State University top graduate in Justice and Law Administration, Isabel enjoys baking, travel, and live comedy shows when not assisting clients. A proud mom to GLO’s Assistant Chief Canine Officer, Frankie, Isabel balances her professional dedication with plenty of tail wags and furry cuddles.
Patricia Rice
Accounting Manager
Bookkeeping | Accounting
Patricia joined the GLO team in 2017 and remains a cornerstone of our administrative team. With over 30 years of experience in the accounting field, she brings exceptional expertise and reliability to our operations. Patricia ensures that our accounts remain current and that billing is processed in a timely and accurate manner, allowing the legal team to stay focused on serving our clients.
When she’s not supporting the firm behind the scenes, Patricia enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with her grandchildren, and watching movies with her cat, Aspen. Her dedication to both her work and her family reflects the sense of care and community we strive to bring to every client relationship.
Angel
Chief Canine Officer
Office Dog Extraordinaire
Angel is the glue that keeps our office smiling. From boosting morale during intense cases to welcoming clients with enthusiasm, she ensures our office runs smoothly—and crumb-free. When not hard at work, Angel can be found napping, playing fetch, or patrolling for treats. Say hi next time you visit!
Frankie
Canine Counsel
Assistant Chief Canine Officer
Frankie joined GLO to expand our paws-on approach to office morale. Always ready to sniff out a smile, Frankie’s duties include cheering up the team, supervising important document “reviews,” and testing the quality of snacks. When Frankie isn’t hard at work, you’ll find him chasing toys, cuddling up for a nap, or greeting clients with boundless energy.
About Our Founder: Robert J. Guendelsberger
Guendelsberger Law Offices was founded in 1983 by Robert J. Guendelsberger, a respected attorney and longtime community leader in New Milford, known as much for his civic engagement as his legal expertise. Before founding the firm, he served in multiple local government roles and had been a Justice of the Peace since 1976. He earned degrees from Alfred University and Ohio Northern University and built a legal career defined by fairness, service, and genuine care for his clients.
Bob’s vision was simple but powerful: to provide top-quality legal services while building real relationships with the people and businesses we serve. That legacy still guides us today. We’re proud to uphold the high standards he set—and to carry his commitment forward, one case at a time.