Atty. Lissa Jan Paris

Atty. Lissa Jan Paris

Lissa Jan Paris is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor and employment, litigation. Lissa received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Hartford Hartford 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Lissa Jan Paris at a glance

Lissa Jan Paris is an Of Counsel based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Murtha Cullina LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1978) and Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, District o (1979). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1977) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Lissa Jan Paris is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor and employment, litigation
  • Lissa received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Lissa practices at Murtha Cullina LLP in Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Lissa Jan Paris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lissa Jan Paris 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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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 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 Lissa Jan Paris

Where is Lissa Jan Paris's law office located?
Lissa Jan Paris's law practice is located in Hartford, Connecticut. The firm is Murtha Cullina LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lissa Jan Paris handle?
Lissa Jan Paris focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Lissa Jan Paris practiced law?
Lissa Jan Paris has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Lissa Jan Paris go to law school?
Lissa Jan Paris earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Lissa Jan Paris for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lissa Jan Paris received?
Lissa Jan Paris's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1977
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978
Connecticut U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, District o
Admitted: 1979

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