Branford Criminal Lawyers

Criminal lawyers defend people facing charges such as assault & battery, drug crimes, homicide, sex crimes, theft, and a wide range of other felonies and misdemeanors. They also protect their clients’ constitutional rights and navigate complex legal procedures throughout the criminal justice process.

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Robert M. Frost Jr.

Criminal Lawyer Serving Branford, CT

(203) 495-9790
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Connecticut Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience

University of Connecticut School of Law2nd Circuit, Connecticut, U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut, U.S. Supreme Court and New York

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Jay Ruane

Criminal Lawyer Serving Branford, CT

(203) 208-3391
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I have the experience and knowledge to confidently protect your rights after a criminal charge. I'll fight zealously to defend your freedom and help ensure your voice is heard. Call me today for a free consultation! Read More »

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Kurtis Z Piantek

Branford, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience

(203) 684-2032 106 Burban Dr. Unit B
Branford, CT 06405

Criminal, Appeals, DUI and Family
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Nate Baber

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years of experience

(860) 724-2160 171 Orange Street
New Haven, CT 06510

Criminal, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
University of Connecticut School of Law

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I am a Partner at Aeton Law Partners and Injuredct.com. I manage our firm’s catastrophic injury and criminal defense practices. I'm proud to have been awarded the Super Lawyers Rising Star designation every year since 2015. My personal injury practice includes representing families and individuals in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. I've helped injured individuals and their families fight against municipalities, property management companies, and businesses represented by some of the most experienced defense attorneys in the state. I have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of victim's of sexual abuse, too. These cases involve school boards, day care providers,...

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Matthew A. Crockett

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(203) 344-7762 157 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Criminal, Divorce and Family
DePaul College of Law

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Maine Criminal Defense attorney, Litigator, Divorce and Family Law attorney Matthew A. Crockett is a Marine Corps Veteran, former military Judge and former state prosecutor with extensive trial experience as a criminal defense attorney and litigator. Matthew is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and a Combat Veteran of the Iraq war.

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Charles Tiernan III

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience

(203) 800-7343 52 Trumbull Street, P.O. Box 1612
New Haven, CT 06506

Free ConsultationCriminal
Drake University Law School

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Charles E. Tiernan, III has been an attorney with the New Haven law firm of Lynch, Traub, Keefe & Errante since 1983. He was named a Partner in 1988. He now concentrates his practice on criminal defense juvenile matters and workers’ compensation matters. Attorney Tiernan regularly appears in the criminal courts throughout the State of Connecticut. He has extensive experience in all phases of criminal law and litigation including trials in both State and Federal Court.

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Douglas Deane Rudolph

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(203) 343-7579 65 Trumbull St
2nd Floor
New Haven, CT 06510

Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNew Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Domestic Violence
Western New England University School of Law and Augsburg College

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I have seen, over and over, how criminal charges can drastically affect people’s lives without proper representation. As a lawyer, I understand people make mistakes, but shouldn't be defined by them. I provide aggressive legal representation that compassionately focuses on your unique needs to achieve the best result. I limit my case load, so I can work closely with you to ensure your best interests are carefully served. My job is to establish an atmosphere of trust and respect, and understand the challenges you’re facing. I create and maintain open communication with you through all stages of your case. My...

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Hugh Keefe

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 58 years of experience

(203) 800-7343 52 Trumbull Street, P.O. Box 1612
New Haven, CT 06510

Criminal, Business, Civil Rights and Divorce
University of Connecticut School of Law

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Hugh F. Keefe has tried civil and criminal cases in federal and state courts since being admitted to the Bar in 1967. Mr. Keefe teaches and has taught Trial Advocacy at the Yale Law School for over 30 years. He was the first lawyer in the United States to be board-certified in both civil and criminal trial advocacy, having received that dual certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy1 in 1980.

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Robert M. Frost Jr.

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience

(203) 495-9790 350 Orange St
#100
New Haven, CT 06511

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business and DUI
University of Connecticut School of Law

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Elia Gregory Cerritelli

New Haven , CT Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years of experience

(203) 624-6115 2 Lincoln St
New Haven , CT 06510

Criminal, Cannabis Law and Personal Injury
Quinnipiac University School of Law and University of Hartford

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Gregory Cerritelli is a partner of the law firm Knight & Cerritelli, L.L.C. Before joining his firm, Attorney Cerritelli worked as a litigator devoting his practice primarily to criminal defense, police misconduct and general litigation. He is a member of the bars of Connecticut, New York, and federal District Court (Connecticut). Attorney Cerritelli is also a member attorney with the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the Peace Officers Legal Defense Fund. In addition to his private clients, Attorney Cerritelli is a Special Public Defender and has been approved by the Chief Public Defender to represent persons accused of crime...

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Scott Allen Leventhal

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience

(203) 865-3123 216 Crown St Ste 502
New Haven, CT 06510

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Advocating for the accused as well as victims of accidents who sustained personal injuries in Cheshire and all across New Haven County. Attorney Leventhal has successfully litigated over a thousand cases and has a proven trial record. Practicing at the LoRicco Law Firm in New Haven which has a 50+ year history of proudly serving our community.

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Susan Dale Red

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 20 years of experience

(203) 773-3500 7 Elm Street, Second Floor
New Haven, CT 06510

Free ConsultationCriminal and Personal Injury
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Pardons. 10 years trial experience. Get Red and Get Results.

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Felice Duffy

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer

(203) 946-2000 67 Trumbull St
New Haven, CT 06510

Criminal

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If you’re looking at this site, you or someone you care about is probably dealing with (or about to deal with) something quite serious. Obviously, there are many fine lawyers you can hire or consult with but it’s important to work with an attorney who not only has the knowledge, skill, and determination to successfully protect your interests, but one you’ll be comfortable with – an attorney whose values and approach will be a good fit. So, in addition to my “official” qualifications (which you can read at the bottom of this page), here’s a short...

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Christopher DeMatteo

West Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience

(203) 691-6594 203 Campbell Ave.
Suite C
West Haven, CT 06516

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DUI and Juvenile
Marquette University

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Christopher DeMatteo was born and raised in New Haven. He went to Boston College and Marquette Law School. After serving as an associate for Bristol firm Jazlowiecki & Jazlowiecki, he set up his own practice in New Haven in December 2012.

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Peter G. Billings

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience

(203) 562-0900 7 Elm St #2r, New Haven
New Haven, CT 06510

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Peter Billings is a founding partner of Billings, Barrett & Bowman, LLC. He focuses his practice primarily on criminal matters ranging from minor traffic infractions to the most serious cases of murder, as well as a wide range of family matters including divorce and custody cases.The common thread throughout Peter’s practice is his representation of individuals and fighting for those who need someone in their corner. Whether a high-stakes criminal case, highly contested divorce, or bitter custody battle, Peter will stand with you. Peter has been responsible for obtaining the highest quality results for his clients in criminal cases as...

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Walter Charles Bansley IV

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years of experience

(203) 776-1900 265 Orange Street
New Haven, CT 06510

Criminal and Personal Injury

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Walt IV is a former Marine Corps Captain having deployed around the world to many Middle Eastern countries, East Timor, Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Australia. Prior to his Marine Corps service, Walt earned his bachelor's degree, cum laude, from Boston University in 1997. Following his Marine Corps service, Walt attended Quinnipiac University's School of Law, graduating magna cum laude and in the top 15% of his class. Walt has tried numerous cases to verdict, from drugs and robbery to murder. Walt teaches at the university level the subjects of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Mock...

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Patrick G. Hughes

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience

(203) 361-1253 683 State Street
New Haven, CT 06511

Free ConsultationCriminal and Personal Injury

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Gregory John Gallo

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience

(203) 787-2225 475 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511

Criminal, Business, Education and Employment
The City University of New York School of Law

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D. Kirt Westfall

Northford, CT Criminal Law Attorney

(203) 484-9630 P.O. Box 579
Northford, CT 06472

Criminal, DUI, Landlord Tenant and Personal Injury
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Founding and managing partner of boutique general practice law firm, a well-known general litigation practice that covers civil and criminal litigation through trial and appeal.

Selected achievements:
• Defense and successful counterclaim of seven-figure federal judgment
• Recoveries in numerous personal injury lawsuits against top rated insurance defense
• CUIPA recovery against insurer for failure to pay cardiopulmonary disability claim
• Initiated, litigated, negotiated and resolved complex commercial litigation of multiple commercial parties
• Start to finish courtside and jury awards in multiple civil rights lawsuits
• Labor and employment recoveries against municipalities and prominent government official
• Successful reversal of lower court ruling on appeal
• Supervised, trained and mentored...

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Yazmin Rodriguez

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years of experience

(203) 290-4500 32 Elm Street
First Floor
New Haven, CT 06510

Criminal, Family, Immigration and Probate

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Brian C. Fournier

New Haven, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience

(203) 389-9500 1948 Chapel St
New Haven, CT 06515

Criminal, DUI, Insurance Claims and Nursing Home
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law

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Max Lavit Rosenberg

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(203) 870-6700 2051 Main Street,
Stratford, CT 06615

Stratford, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

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Max L. Rosenberg works to assist clients in financial distress and those being harassed by collection agencies. He represents clients in all phases of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings. Beyond his concentration on bankruptcy he also focuses his practice in assisting consumers with violations of the Federal Debt Collection Practices Act and has extensive experience with divorce mediation, criminal, corporate, and civil litigation, foreclosure defense, and workers compensation. While practicing in New York, Attorney Rosenberg mediated disputes at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and enjoyed arguing in every Borough in New York City as well as Long Island....

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Jay Ruane

10.0

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(203) 208-3391 928 Chapel Street
Suite 208
New Haven, CT 06511

Free ConsultationNew Haven, CT Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal and DUI
University of Connecticut School of Law

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When I was a child, I watched my father go to work every day with a singular mission: defending the rights of people like you and me. He was deeply passionate about his work and instilled in me a powerful sense of the importance of protecting everyone's rights. My father always believed that the role of a criminal defense attorney is to hold the court accountable and ensure the law is upheld throughout the prosecution process. This conviction shaped my own view of the world, and I saw it in action every day—ultimately leading me to pursue a career in law. In...

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Jerome N. Goldstein

Shelton, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 36 years of experience

(203) 929-7773 4 Research Drive
Suite 402
Shelton, CT 06484-6242

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Attorney Goldstein believes in building a personal relationship with the clients. This allows them to be sure that not only are the client’s present day needs taken care of, but that their future needs are looked after as well. Attorney Goldstein welcomes the opportunity to discuss your legal needs. He offers you affordable quality, and experienced legal representation.

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Emily Riordan Lucibello

Milford, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience

(203) 298-4658 26 Broad Street
PO Box 5233
Milford, CT 06460

Criminal, Business, Divorce and Family
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Emily S. Lucibello has owned and operated a law practice in Connecticut since 2009. Prior to that, she worked as an associate attorney at a general practice law firm with offices in New Haven and Hartford, CT. Attorney Lucibello focuses her practice on divorce and family law, business law, and criminal and civil defense. Her work has been recognized by the publication “Super Lawyers,” in which she was named to the New England and Connecticut Rising Stars lists in 2012 for criminal defense, and in 2013 - 2015 for family law. To learn more about the...

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Mark Dumas

Milford, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience

(203) 275-9010 167 Cherry Street #107
Milford, CT 06614

Criminal, Business, Construction and Estate Planning
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

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Charles L. Kurmay

Milford, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience

(203) 380-1743 61 Cherry Street
Suite 1
Milford, CT 06460

Free ConsultationCriminal
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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Charles Kurmay has nearly two decades of legal experience. He began his career as a judicial law clerk and public defender, gaining a valuable foundation of trial skills and experience. His firm now offers services in a broad range of civil and criminal practice areas, including business law, international law, personal injury, probate and real estate. A native of Stratford, Connecticut, Mr. Kurmay is well-respected in the local community for the high quality of his legal advocacy. His extensive experience in state and federal court equips him to handle large, complex cases with ease. Mr. Kurmay is active in...

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Joseph Bronson Barnes

Milford, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 46 years of experience

(203) 877-6800 8 North Street
Milford, CT 06460

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Insurance Claims
University of Miami School of Law

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George W. Boath Jr.

Stratford, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 36 years of experience

(203) 386-1411 1129 Essex Place
Stratford, CT 06615

Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Quinnipiac University School of Law

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We have always been known as a law firm that protects the rights of those injured and those who have been arrested, and we are proud of that tradition. Over the years, we've helped thousands of individuals cope with a life-altering injury and we have a highly successful track record. If you are hurt on the job or become disabled and cannot work, you need to understand your rights and responsibilities. When you come to the law firm of Zanella, Boath & Associates, all of your questions will be personally answered by an experienced attorney. Our team has been...

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Jacqueline McMahon

Shelton, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 13 years of experience

(203) 567-6476 1 Enterprise Drive Suite 305B
Shelton, CT 06484

Criminal and Divorce
Fordham University School of Law

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Jacqueline McMahon leads the Lady Divorce team in Connecticut. She joins the Lady Divorce firm after graduating from the law school at Fordham University. Before that, Jacqueline got her bachelor’s degree from Fordham University. Also, she got a bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology, which she uses to relate to her clients. One unique thing about Jacqueline is that she has been admitted to practice law in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. So, if you and your spouse no longer live in the same state, Jacqueline can make the divorce process easier for you. In addition, her contacts...

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Bruno R. Morasutti

Meriden, CT Criminal Law Lawyer

(203) 639-7245 405 Broad st
Meriden, CT 06450

Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Family and Personal Injury
New England Law | Boston

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Mr. Daniel Kryzanski

Stratford, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience

(203) 380-1384 30 Ferry Blvd. #2
Stratford, CT 06615

Criminal, Business, DUI and Employment
New England Law | Boston

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Daniel H. Kryzanski is an attorney with a general practice in Stratford, Connecticut who specializes in labor and employment law. He graduated from Frank Scott Bunnell High School in Stratford, Connecticut and then went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Boston Univerity. After B.U. he attended New England School of Law in Boston graduating in 1993 with a Juris Doctor Degree. Attorney Kryzanski has experience in several areas of the law including divorce, criminal defense, landlord tenant, personal injury and real estate but his primary area of practice is labor...

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Jonathan A Wetmore

Shelton, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 18 years of experience

(203) 926-1756 6 Huntington Street
Shelton, CT 06484

Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Real Estate
Roger Williams University School of Law

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Attorney Jonathan A. Wetmore earned his Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University School of Law and his B.A from Marist College. Jonathan is licensed to practice law in Connecticut and New York.

Attorney Wetmore's diverse law practice includes civil litigation, criminal and motor vehicle defense, family law, foreclosure defense, personal injury, real estate transactions and wills and probate.

In 2010, Attorney Wetmore appeared as a guest radio host on WICC-600 "Smart Money" to discuss foreclosure defense. In addition, Jonathan is a professor at Charter Oak State College and currently teaches a Real Estate Law course.
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Michael F. Ross

Cheshire, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience

(204) 919-9638 975 Sperry Rd
Cheshire, CT 06410-3732

Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Divorce
University of Connecticut School of Law

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Jeremiah O'Connor

Meriden, CT Criminal Law Attorney

(203) 237-6493 89 E Main Street
Meriden, CT 06450

Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp

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Bradford Barneys

Bridgeport, CT Criminal Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience

(203) 683-7122 1944 Boston Avenue
Suite 200
Bridgeport, CT 06610

Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
State University of New York - Buffalo

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Blake Turley

Madison, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 3 years of experience

(203) 350-3511 63 Wall Street
Madison, CT 06443

Criminal, Business and Real Estate

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John Thomas Walkley

Milford, CT Criminal Law Attorney

(203) 882-8214 61 Cherry Street
Milford, CT 06460-8902

Criminal

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Richard Charles Marquette

HAMDEN, CT Criminal Law Attorney with 35 years of experience

(203) 687-4050 60 Washington Ave
Suite 302
HAMDEN, CT 06518

Criminal and Business
University of Virginia

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Attorney Richard C. Marquette advocates for clients facing a variety of legal matters, including divorce, custody and visitation matters, and alimony disputes. He has more than 25 years of legal experience and knows how to pursue favorable results on behalf of his clients. Over the course of his career, he gained an invaluable amount of insight and knowledge on how the family law court works and is prepared to help his clients navigate even the most complex cases. He has been given an AV® Preeminent Rating™ by Martindale-Hubbell® in recognition of his stellar legal services.