Atty. Dirk David Bender

Atty. Dirk David Bender

Dirk David Bender is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 5 other areas of law. Dirk received a B.A. degree from Mary Washington College in 1991, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Fairfield Fairfield 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Dirk David Bender at a glance

Dirk David Bender is a Member based in Fairfield, Connecticut, practicing at Holahan, Gumpper & Dowling. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on slip & fall, product liability, litigation, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2003) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (2004). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 2002) and Mary Washington College (B.A., 1991). Active member of Greater Bridgeport and Connecticut Bar Associations Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fairfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dirk David Bender is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 5 other areas of law
  • Dirk received a B.A. degree from Mary Washington College in 1991, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Dirk practices at Holahan, Gumpper & Dowling in Fairfield, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Dirk David Bender's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dirk David Bender handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Elder Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dirk David Bender

Where is Dirk David Bender's law office located?
Dirk David Bender's law practice is located in Fairfield, Connecticut. The firm is Holahan, Gumpper & Dowling. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dirk David Bender handle?
Dirk David Bender focuses on slip & fall, product liability, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Dirk David Bender practiced law?
Dirk David Bender has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Dirk David Bender go to law school?
Dirk David Bender earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Dirk David Bender for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 2002
B.A.
Mary Washington College
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 2004

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