Atty. James S. Brownstein

Atty. James S. Brownstein

James S. Brownstein’s practice focuses on creditor rights, business law, commercial and real estate financing, general commercial law and related litigation.

New Haven New Haven 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About James S. Brownstein at a glance

James S. Brownstein is a Principal based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1974), Florida (1974), U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1973) and Clark University (B.A. University, 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Attorney Brownstein is a member of the American Bar Association, the Connecticut Bar Association, and the Florida Bar Association. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James S. Brownstein’s practice focuses on creditor rights, business law, commercial and real estate financing, general commercial law and related litigation
  • An experienced practitioner, Jim advises small to mid-sized companies
  • His clients represent diverse industry areas including
  • medical, transportation, retail oil sales, insurance, manufacturers, and real estate investment companies
  • Generally, his clients are companies with a million per year in sales up to ten to twelve million per year in sales
  • Attorney Brownstein is a talented business advisor and adept at solving complex business problems
  • His long-term clients would attest to his ability to plan a strategy that allows their matter to reach a successful conclusion
  • Recent matters include refinancing bank indebtedness, purchase & sale negotiation, and commercial litigation

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Brownstein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James S. Brownstein 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.

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James S. Brownstein is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Connecticut →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James S. Brownstein is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Connecticut →

Commercial Real Estate

James S. Brownstein is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Connecticut →

Creditor Rights & Collections

James S. Brownstein is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 New Haven 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 S. Brownstein

Where is James S. Brownstein's law office located?
James S. Brownstein's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Brownstein handle?
James S. Brownstein focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has James S. Brownstein practiced law?
James S. Brownstein has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James S. Brownstein go to law school?
James S. Brownstein earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A. University, 1970).
How can I contact James S. Brownstein for a consultation?
You can contact James S. Brownstein directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James S. Brownstein received?
James S. Brownstein's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1973
B.A. University
Clark University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1974
Florida
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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