Atty. Michael James Tortora

Atty. Michael James Tortora

Michael James Tortora is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury litigation. Michael received a B.S. degree from Sacred Heart University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Fairfield Fairfield 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Michael James Tortora at a glance

Michael James Tortora is an Associate based in Fairfield, Connecticut. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1998) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1999). Educated at University of Quinnipiac School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Sacred Heart University (B.S. Accounting, 1994). Active member of Bridgeport Bar Association. Serands clients in Fairfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Tortora is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury litigation
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Sacred Heart University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices in Fairfield, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Tortora's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Criminal Defense

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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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 Fairfield 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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Where is Michael James Tortora's law office located?
Michael James Tortora's law practice is located in Fairfield, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Tortora handle?
Michael James Tortora focuses on personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Michael James Tortora practiced law?
Michael James Tortora has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael James Tortora go to law school?
Michael James Tortora earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S. Accounting, 1994).
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Education

J.D.
University of Quinnipiac School of Law
- 1998
B.S. Accounting
Sacred Heart University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1999

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