Atty. Eric C Hard
Eric C Hard is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, land use & zoning, litigation and 12 other areas of law. Eric received a M.S. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving West Hartford, CT · 39+ Years Experience
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About Eric C Hard at a Glance
Eric C Hard is a Member based in West Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Law Offices of Cohen, Burns, Hard & Paul. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1987), District of Columbia (1988), Connecticut (1990), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1990). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1986) and Columbia University M.S. Vassar College B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in West Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric C Hard
- Eric C Hard is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, land use & zoning, litigation and 12 other areas of law
- Eric received a M.S. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Eric practices at Law Offices of Cohen, Burns, Hard & Paul in West Hartford, CT and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Eric C Hard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric C Hard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in West Hartford.
Contracts in West Hartford
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Personal Injury in West Hartford
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Criminal Defense in West Hartford
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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Family Law in West Hartford
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Business & Corporate Law in West Hartford
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in West Hartford
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 West 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 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.
West Hartford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a West Hartford-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in West Hartford Choose Eric C Hard
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 Eric C Hard's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric C Hard brings 39+ 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 Massachusetts, District of Columbia, and Connecticut, Eric C Hard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and criminal defense, Eric C Hard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in West Hartford
A West Hartford-based practice means Eric C Hard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric C Hard Handles in West Hartford
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