Atty. David A Moraghan
David A Moraghan is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. David received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Torrington, CT · 43+ Years Experience
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About David A Moraghan at a Glance
David A Moraghan is a Member based in Torrington, Connecticut, practicing at Law Offices of Smith Keefe Moraghan & Waterfall. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1984). Educated at Western New England College (J.D., 1983) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Litchfield County and Connecticut Bar Associations Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Bar Examining Committee) Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Board of Directors, 1990—, Member: State of Connecticut. Serves clients in Torrington, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David A Moraghan
- David A Moraghan is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, workers compensation and 1 other area of law
- David received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Law Offices of Smith Keefe Moraghan & Waterfall in Torrington, CT
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David A Moraghan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David A Moraghan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Torrington.
Personal Injury in Torrington
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Torrington
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Workers Compensation in Torrington
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Consumer Protection in Torrington
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Torrington
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 Torrington 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 venue, 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.
Torrington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Torrington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Torrington Choose David A Moraghan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David A Moraghan's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David A Moraghan brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, David A Moraghan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp, David A Moraghan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Torrington
A Torrington-based practice means David A Moraghan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David A Moraghan Handles in Torrington
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