Atty. James L Rapaport

Atty. James L Rapaport

James L Rapaport is a lawyer practicing commercial collections, workers compensation law, personal injury law and 2 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Hobart College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Stamford Stamford 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James L Rapaport at a glance

James L Rapaport is a Member based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at James L. Rapaport. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, estate planning, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1974) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1974). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D., 1973) and Hobart College (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Connecticut Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Family Law Juvenile Justice Law Day) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James L Rapaport is a lawyer practicing commercial collections, workers compensation law, personal injury law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Hobart College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at James L. Rapaport in Stamford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

James L Rapaport's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James L Rapaport handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Personal Injury

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 L Rapaport is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James L Rapaport is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James L Rapaport is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James L Rapaport is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →

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 Stamford 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 James L Rapaport

Where is James L Rapaport's law office located?
James L Rapaport's law practice is located in Stamford, Connecticut. The firm is James L. Rapaport. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Rapaport handle?
James L Rapaport focuses on wills, personal injury, estate planning, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has James L Rapaport practiced law?
James L Rapaport has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James L Rapaport go to law school?
James L Rapaport earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact James L Rapaport for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James L Rapaport received?
James L Rapaport's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Hofstra University
- 1973
A.B.
Hobart College
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1974

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