Atty. Mark A Shiffrin
Mark A Shiffrin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal litigation, family law. Mark received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New Haven, CT · 45+ Years Experience
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About Mark A Shiffrin at a Glance
Mark A Shiffrin is a criminal defense, family law, and litigation attorney based in New Haven, Connecticut. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1981). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1981) and George Washington University (B.A., 1978). Serves clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A Shiffrin
- Mark A Shiffrin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal litigation, family law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Mark practices in New Haven, CT
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Mark A Shiffrin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A Shiffrin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Haven.
Criminal Defense in New Haven
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in New Haven
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil Litigation in New Haven
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Haven
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 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.
New Haven Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Haven-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New Haven Choose Mark A Shiffrin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark A Shiffrin's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark A Shiffrin brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and litigation, Mark A Shiffrin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Haven
A New Haven-based practice means Mark A Shiffrin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark A Shiffrin Handles in New Haven
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