Atty. Mark C Durkin
Mark C Durkin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate litigation, personal injury and 7 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Appellate Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Stamford, CT · 42+ Years Experience
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About Mark C Durkin at a Glance
Mark C Durkin is a Member based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at Law Office of John C. Polera, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1984), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1985), New York (1988), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989). Educated at Pace University (J.D., 1984) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Stamford/Norwalk Regional, New York State, Connecticut and American Bar Associations American Trial Lawyers Association Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark C Durkin
- Mark C Durkin is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate litigation, personal injury and 7 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Mark practices at Law Office of John C. Polera, P.C. in Stamford, CT and 1 other location
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Mark C Durkin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark C Durkin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Stamford.
Personal Injury in Stamford
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.
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Employment Law in Stamford
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Mark C Durkin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →
Business & Corporate Law in Stamford
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Stamford
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil Litigation in Stamford
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 Stamford
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 Stamford 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.
Stamford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Stamford-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 Stamford Choose Mark C Durkin
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 C Durkin's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark C Durkin brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, and New York, Mark C Durkin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Mark C Durkin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Stamford
A Stamford-based practice means Mark C Durkin 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 C Durkin Handles in Stamford
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark C Durkin has experience with under Connecticut law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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