Atty. James Michael Leva

Atty. James Michael Leva

James Michael Leva is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, appeals, construction / development. James has been licensed for 15 years.

Hartford Hartford 15 Years Experience 15 year
Call (959) 259-1998

Profile Summary

About James Michael Leva at a glance

James Michael Leva is an Attorney based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Day Pitney LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on employment and appellate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2011) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (2012). Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James Michael Leva is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, appeals, construction / development
  • James has been licensed for 15 years
  • James practices at Day Pitney LLP in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Leva's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Leva

Where is James Michael Leva's law office located?
James Michael Leva's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Day Pitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Leva handle?
James Michael Leva focuses on employment, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has James Michael Leva practiced law?
James Michael Leva has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
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Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2011
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 2012

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