Atty. Gerald S Rourke

Atty. Gerald S Rourke

Gerald S Rourke is a lawyer practicing communications law, commercial, telecommunications law and 5 other areas of law. Gerald received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1958, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Madison Madison 61 yrs experience 61 year
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About Gerald S Rourke at a glance

Gerald S Rourke is a Member based in Madison, Connecticut, practicing at Law Office of Gerald S. Rourke. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1965), District of Columbia (1967), Maryland (1998), and Connecticut (2002). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1964) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B. English, 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of District of Columbia Bar Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and Federal Communications Bar Association. Serands clients in Madison, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Gerald S Rourke is a lawyer practicing communications law, commercial, telecommunications law and 5 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1958, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Gerald practices at Law Office of Gerald S. Rourke in Madison, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald S Rourke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald S Rourke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Madison 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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Where is Gerald S Rourke's law office located?
Gerald S Rourke's law practice is located in Madison, Connecticut. The firm is Law Office of Gerald S. Rourke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald S Rourke handle?
Gerald S Rourke focuses on business, litigation, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Gerald S Rourke practiced law?
Gerald S Rourke has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Gerald S Rourke go to law school?
Gerald S Rourke earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (A.B. English, 1958).
How can I contact Gerald S Rourke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerald S Rourke received?
Gerald S Rourke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1964
A.B. English
College of the Holy Cross
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1965
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1967
Maryland
Admitted: 1998
Connecticut
Admitted: 2002

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