Atty. Joseph B Summa

Atty. Joseph B Summa

Joseph B Summa is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law. Joseph received a M.S. degree from Cornell University, School of Industrial and Labor Relations in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Waterbury Waterbury 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph B Summa at a glance

Joseph B Summa is a Member based in Waterbury, Connecticut, practicing at Summa & Ryan, P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1980). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1978) and Cornell University, School of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section) and American (Member, Sections on: Labor and Employment Law Litigation) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Waterbury, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph B Summa is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law
  • Joseph received a M.S. degree from Cornell University, School of Industrial and Labor Relations in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Joseph practices at Summa & Ryan, P.C. in Waterbury, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph B Summa's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph B Summa 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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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 Waterbury 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 Joseph B Summa

Where is Joseph B Summa's law office located?
Joseph B Summa's law practice is located in Waterbury, Connecticut. The firm is Summa & Ryan, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph B Summa handle?
Joseph B Summa focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Joseph B Summa practiced law?
Joseph B Summa has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Joseph B Summa go to law school?
Joseph B Summa earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (M.S., 1975).
How can I contact Joseph B Summa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph B Summa received?
Joseph B Summa's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1978
M.S.
Cornell University, School of Industrial and Labor Relations
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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