Atty. Cheryl E Heffernan

Atty. Cheryl E Heffernan

Cheryl E Heffernan is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, driving while intoxicated, personal injury and 10 other areas of law. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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About Cheryl E Heffernan at a glance

Cheryl E Heffernan is a Member based in Hamden, Connecticut, practicing at Cheryl E. Heffernan. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1989) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1990). Educated at Quinnipiac University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chairperson, 2002—), New Haven County Bar Foundation (Program Committee, New Haven and American Bar Associations Association of Trial Lawyers of America Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association New Haven Women Attorneys. Serands clients in Hamden, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Cheryl E Heffernan is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, driving while intoxicated, personal injury and 10 other areas of law
  • Cheryl received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Cheryl practices at Cheryl E. Heffernan in Hamden, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl E Heffernan's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

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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 Hamden 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 Cheryl E Heffernan

Where is Cheryl E Heffernan's law office located?
Cheryl E Heffernan's law practice is located in Hamden, Connecticut. The firm is Cheryl E. Heffernan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl E Heffernan handle?
Cheryl E Heffernan focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, probate, medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Cheryl E Heffernan practiced law?
Cheryl E Heffernan has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Cheryl E Heffernan go to law school?
Cheryl E Heffernan earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
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What awards or recognition has Cheryl E Heffernan received?
Cheryl E Heffernan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Quinnipiac University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of Vermont
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1990

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