Atty. Bruce A Fontanella

Atty. Bruce A Fontanella

Bruce A Fontanella is a lawyer practicing commercial law, civil litigation, landlord and tenant law and 2 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Meriden Meriden 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Bruce A Fontanella at a glance

Bruce A Fontanella is a business, bankruptcy, litigation, elder law, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Meriden, Connecticut. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1980) and Dickinson College (B.A. Southern, 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Meriden, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bruce A Fontanella is a lawyer practicing commercial law, civil litigation, landlord and tenant law and 2 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Bruce practices in Meriden, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce A Fontanella's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce A Fontanella handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Bruce A Fontanella is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Connecticut →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Bruce A Fontanella is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Connecticut →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Bruce A Fontanella is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Connecticut →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Bruce A Fontanella is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Connecticut →

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 Meriden 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 Bruce A Fontanella

Where is Bruce A Fontanella's law office located?
Bruce A Fontanella's law practice is located in Meriden, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce A Fontanella handle?
Bruce A Fontanella focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, elder law, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Bruce A Fontanella practiced law?
Bruce A Fontanella has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Bruce A Fontanella go to law school?
Bruce A Fontanella earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Southern, 1971).
How can I contact Bruce A Fontanella for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce A Fontanella directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce A Fontanella received?
Bruce A Fontanella's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1980
B.A. Southern
Dickinson College
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

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