Atty. John Preta

Atty. John Preta

John Preta is a lawyer practicing mechanical, design, litigation and trial and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S. degree from Central Connecticut State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Hartford Hartford 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (959) 259-2027

Profile Summary

About John Preta at a glance

John Preta is an Attorney based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Alix, Yale & Ristas, LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on ip licensing and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1997), New York (1998), and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1999). Educated at Quinnipiac College School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Central Connecticut State University (B.S. Manufacturing, 1987). Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Preta is a lawyer practicing mechanical, design, litigation and trial and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Central Connecticut State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • John practices at Alix, Yale & Ristas, LLP in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

John Preta's Areas of Practice

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

IP Licensing

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Civil Litigation

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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 John Preta

Where is John Preta's law office located?
John Preta's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Alix, Yale & Ristas, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Preta handle?
John Preta focuses on ip licensing, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has John Preta practiced law?
John Preta has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John Preta go to law school?
John Preta earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Manufacturing, 1987).
How can I contact John Preta for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Quinnipiac College School of Law
- 1997
B.S. Manufacturing
Central Connecticut State University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1997
New York
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1999

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