Atty. John Joseph D Elia

Atty. John Joseph D Elia

John Joseph D Elia is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation, social security disability. John received a B.A. degree from Trinity College, Hartford in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

New Haven New Haven 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph D Elia at a glance

John Joseph D Elia is a Partner based in New Haven, Connecticut. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1986). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1986) and Trinity College, Hartford (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Haven County and Connecticut Bar Associations Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Joseph D Elia is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation, social security disability
  • John received a B.A. degree from Trinity College, Hartford in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph D Elia's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Joseph D Elia handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

John Joseph D Elia is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

John Joseph D Elia is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

John Joseph D Elia is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 John Joseph D Elia

Where is John Joseph D Elia's law office located?
John Joseph D Elia's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph D Elia handle?
John Joseph D Elia focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John Joseph D Elia practiced law?
John Joseph D Elia has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Joseph D Elia go to law school?
John Joseph D Elia earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact John Joseph D Elia for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Joseph D Elia received?
John Joseph D Elia's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1986
B.A.
Trinity College, Hartford
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1986

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