Atty. Douglas M. Poulin

Atty. Douglas M. Poulin

Douglas M. Poulin is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, contract disputes and 2 other areas of law.

Hartford Hartford 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas M. Poulin at a glance

Douglas M. Poulin is a Partner based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, construction, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1995), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1995). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1991) and Miami University (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Connecticut, Massachusetts and Washington State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas M. Poulin is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, contract disputes and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas M. received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Douglas M. practices at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas M. Poulin's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Douglas M. Poulin

Where is Douglas M. Poulin's law office located?
Douglas M. Poulin's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas M. Poulin handle?
Douglas M. Poulin focuses on contracts, business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Douglas M. Poulin practiced law?
Douglas M. Poulin has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Douglas M. Poulin go to law school?
Douglas M. Poulin earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Douglas M. Poulin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas M. Poulin received?
Douglas M. Poulin's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley
- 1991
B.A.
Miami University
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1995
Washington
Admitted: 1999
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2009
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2010

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