I need a lawyer to file a small claims matter asap - I was the tenant

Although I understand I could do this myself, I am in need of help. I work full time and I am a single Mom. I rented a small home (build in 1921) in Wetherfield for about 4.5 years. I was a perfect tenant, paid rent early, took great care of my home. My deposit was $2750. I was told I was going to wait a few weeks for that back via Venmo. Then I received a text from the landlords girlfriend that they had to redo the concrete in the home (a place we never went to) and there was damage? This is completely false. I had a cleaner take care of the home which I have pics of and had my landscaper take care of the lawn. I moved out on Saturday, May 14th. I have been in touch with a few lawyers who said I could sue for double but I just want my deposit back. They are illegally withholding and I do not deserve this. I would really like someone to please assist me. What this person is doing is just wrong on every level.