Atty. Ann Marie Willinger

Atty. Ann Marie Willinger

Ann Marie Willinger, a partner, has the good fortune of working with her husband and partner, Charles (Chuck) Willinger, on all things land use and appellate-related. Ann Marie focuses on research and analysis of caselaw and regulatory law about all aspects of zoning, inclusive of special permits, variances, inland wetlands, historical, environmental, and coastal permits, and other approvals from permitting to appeal.

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Profile Summary

About Ann Marie Willinger at a glance

Ann Marie Willinger is a Co-Founder and Partner based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, practicing at Willinger, Willinger & Bucci, P.C.. Their practice focuses on zoning and appellate. Educated at St. John's University School of Law J.D. Law Review (—) and Wellesley College, Freshman Honors Fairfield University B.A. Magna Cum Laude (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association Greater Bridgeport Bar Association. Serands clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ann Marie Willinger, a partner, has the good fortune of working with her husband and partner, Charles (Chuck) Willinger, on all things land use and appellate-related
  • Ann Marie focuses on research and analysis of caselaw and regulatory law about all aspects of zoning, inclusive of special permits, variances, inland wetlands, historical, environmental, and coastal permits, and other approvals from permitting to appeal
  • Additionally, having spent a significant amount of her career in litigation and insurance matters, she assists her fellow WWB attorneys in the prosecution of tort and negligence litigation and analysis of insurance policies and issues arising from the declination of coverage of insurance to our clients
  • Ann Marie is known for thinking outside the box to get the best results for her clients
  • Ann Marie was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut
  • She attended Wellesley College, receiving Freshman Honors
  • Following her heart, she transferred to Fairfield University, where she graduated Magna cum laude
  • She received a scholarship to St. John’s University School of Law, where she achieved a position on its law review
  • Ann Marie received her law degree from the University of Bridgeport School of Law, Summa cum laude, with two young children in tow
  • Ann Marie is known to work well under pressure and for being a perfectionist in all things written
  • Ann Marie is a member of the Connecticut and Bridgeport Bar Associations and is admitted to practice before the state and federal courts in Connecticut and before the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
  • When not at work, she spends her time playing golf and reading the latest legal thrillers
  • Memberships American Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association Greater Bridgeport Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Ann Marie Willinger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ann Marie Willinger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Bridgeport 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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Where is Ann Marie Willinger's law office located?
Ann Marie Willinger's law practice is located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The firm is Willinger, Willinger & Bucci, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ann Marie Willinger handle?
Ann Marie Willinger focuses on zoning, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
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What awards or recognition has Ann Marie Willinger received?
Ann Marie Willinger's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

St. John's University School of Law J.D. Law Review
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Wellesley College, Freshman Honors Fairfield University B.A. Magna Cum Laude
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Awards

BV Distinguished

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