Atty. Burton Kainen

Atty. Burton Kainen

Mr. Burton Kainen is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, labor law and 1 other area of law.

Hartford Hartford 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Burton Kainen at a glance

Burton Kainen is an Of Counsel based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Kainen, Escalera & McHale, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1971), U.S. District Court of Connecticut (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and District of Columbia (1980). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1971) and St. Lawrence University (B.A. Columbia, 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Burton Kainen is a lawyer practicing employment law, litigation, labor law and 1 other area of law
  • Burton received a B.A. degree from St. Lawrence University in 1964, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Burton practices at Kainen, Escalera & McHale, P.C. in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Burton Kainen's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Burton Kainen is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →

Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 Hartford 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 Burton Kainen

Where is Burton Kainen's law office located?
Burton Kainen's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Kainen, Escalera & McHale, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Burton Kainen handle?
Burton Kainen focuses on employment, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Burton Kainen practiced law?
Burton Kainen has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Burton Kainen go to law school?
Burton Kainen earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A. Columbia, 1964).
How can I contact Burton Kainen for a consultation?
You can contact Burton Kainen 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 Burton Kainen received?
Burton Kainen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1971
B.A. Columbia
St. Lawrence University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court of Connecticut
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court
Admitted: 1998

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