Atty. Patrick Clendenen
Mr. Patrick Clendenen is a lawyer practicing class action, derivative and securities matters, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving New Haven, CT · 35+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Clendenen at a Glance
Patrick Clendenen is a personal injury, business, ip, class action, and trade secrets attorney based in New Haven, Connecticut. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991), Massachusetts (1993), and District of Columbia (1994). Educated at Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America (J.D., 1991) and Colby College (A.B., 1988). Serves clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Clendenen
- Mr. Patrick Clendenen is a lawyer practicing class action, derivative and securities matters, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law
- Patrick received a A.B. degree from Colby College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Patrick practices in New Haven, CT
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Clendenen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Clendenen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Haven.
Personal Injury in New Haven
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.
Patrick Clendenen is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →
Business & Corporate Law in New Haven
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick Clendenen is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →
Intellectual Property in New Haven
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Patrick Clendenen is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Connecticut →
Class Action in New Haven
Patrick Clendenen is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Connecticut →
Trade Secrets in New Haven
Patrick Clendenen is one of 6,604 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Connecticut →
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 Patrick Clendenen
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 Patrick Clendenen's practice in the field of personal injury, business, ip, class action, and trade secrets.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Clendenen brings 35+ 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, Massachusetts, and District of Columbia, Patrick Clendenen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and ip, Patrick Clendenen 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 Patrick Clendenen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick Clendenen Handles in New Haven
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick Clendenen 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick Clendenen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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