Atty. Charles M. Needle
Mr. Needle, a founding member of the firm and the former Chairman of our Management Committee (1988-1994), practices principally in the areas of commercial and real estate law, business development, business organization, and commercial transactions.
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Charles M. Needle is a Partner based in Bridgeport, Connecticut. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1963). Educated at Yale University (LL.B., 1963) and Harvard University (B.A. Wesleyan, 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Member of Fellows of American Bar Foundation and Connecticut Bar Foundation Advisory Board of Sacred Heart University Para-Legal Program. Serands clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Needle, a founding member of the firm and the former Chairman of our Management Committee (1988-1994), practices principally in the areas of commercial and real estate law, business development, business organization, and commercial transactions
- Throughout his career, Mr. Needle has provided counsel to individuals and business organizations of all types and sizes, helping his clients make tough legal decisions during both good and bad times
- Mr. Needle has served as President of the Greater Bridgeport Bar Association and a member of its Executive Committee
- He has actively participated in both the Connecticut and Greater Bridgeport Bar Associations’ Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Sections
- Mr. Needle was elected a member of the Connecticut Bar Association’s House of Delegates and was a candidate for the Senate of the State of Connecticut
- He is a former President of the Harvard Club of Southern Connecticut, has been on its Board of Directors and has served as its Schools Committee Chairman for many years, and is Secretary of his Yale Law School Class
- Mr. Needle is also a former Member of the Board of Directors of the National Conference of Christians and Jews and a member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Bridgeport Regional Business Council and has taught commercial law at various local colleges
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles M. Needle handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Charles M. Needle is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Connecticut →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Charles M. Needle is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Charles M. Needle is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Charles M. Needle is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Connecticut →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Charles M. Needle is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 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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