Atty. Michael Thomas Petela

Atty. Michael Thomas Petela

Michael Thomas Petela is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, workers' compensation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 17 years.

New Haven New Haven 17 yrs experience 17 year
Call (475) 224-2463 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael Thomas Petela at a glance

Michael Thomas Petela is a Member based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at The Law Office of Michael T. Petela, Jr.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2009). Educated at Quinnipiac University School of Law (J.D., 2009). Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Thomas Petela is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, workers' compensation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 17 years
  • Michael practices at The Law Office of Michael T. Petela, Jr. in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Petela's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Thomas Petela 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.

Michael Thomas Petela is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

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.

Michael Thomas Petela is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Connecticut →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael Thomas Petela is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Thomas Petela is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Michael Thomas Petela is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Connecticut →

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 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 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 Petela

Where is Michael Thomas Petela's law office located?
Michael Thomas Petela's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is The Law Office of Michael T. Petela, Jr.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Petela handle?
Michael Thomas Petela focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, workers comp, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Michael Thomas Petela practiced law?
Michael Thomas Petela has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Michael Thomas Petela go to law school?
Michael Thomas Petela earned their education at (J.D., 2009).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Petela for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Thomas Petela directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Quinnipiac University School of Law
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2009

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