Atty. James F Shields
James F Shields is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal defense law. James received a B.A. degree from Albright College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.
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James F Shields is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney based in Wallingford, Connecticut. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1985). Educated at University of Bridgeport (J.D., 1985) and Albright College (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Wallingford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James F Shields is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, criminal defense law
- James received a B.A. degree from Albright College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- James practices in Wallingford, CT
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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.
James F Shields is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James F Shields is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Connecticut →
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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 Wallingford 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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