Atty. Michael Thomas Paes

Atty. Michael Thomas Paes

Michael Thomas Paes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Sandy Hook Sandy Hook 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Michael Thomas Paes at a glance

Michael Thomas Paes is a Member based in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, practicing at Paes & Paes, LLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in New York (1993) and Connecticut (1993). Educated at Quinnipiac University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A. Psychology, 1987). Active member of Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Sandy Hook, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Thomas Paes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, real estate law and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Michael practices at Paes & Paes, LLC in Sandy Hook, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Paes's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Sexual Harassment

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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 Sandy Hook 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 Michael Thomas Paes

Where is Michael Thomas Paes's law office located?
Michael Thomas Paes's law practice is located in Sandy Hook, Connecticut. The firm is Paes & Paes, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Paes handle?
Michael Thomas Paes focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, criminal defense, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Michael Thomas Paes practiced law?
Michael Thomas Paes has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Michael Thomas Paes go to law school?
Michael Thomas Paes earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A. Psychology, 1987).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Paes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Quinnipiac University School of Law
- 1992
B.A. Psychology
State University of New York at Binghamton
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993
Connecticut
Admitted: 1993

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