Atty. Patrick J. Filan
The son of Irish immigrants, Mr. Filan grew up in Derby, Connecticut and graduated from Duke University where he was a member of the Duke University lacrosse team.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Attorney · Serving Fairfield, CT · 42+ Years Experience
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About Patrick J. Filan at a Glance
Patrick J. Filan is a personal injury attorney based in Fairfield, Connecticut, practicing at Law Offices of Patrick Filan. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association (1984). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1982) and Duke University (—, 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Fairfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick J. Filan
- The son of Irish immigrants, Mr. Filan grew up in Derby, Connecticut and graduated from Duke University where he was a member of the Duke University lacrosse team
- Patrick earned his law degree from the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
- While in law school he worked in New York City for a Wall Street law firm, O'Dwyer & Bernstien
- This experience included the successful defense of an extradition proceeding brought against an alleged member of the Irish Republican Army charged with shooting an undercover British soldier, In Re Mackin and United States v
- Harrison, the successful defense of a federal criminal case brought against alleged members of the IRA charged with shipping arms to Ireland
- Patrick is a seasoned advocate with 40 years of success
- He handles complex and routine personal injury cases, including medical malpractice, automobile cases, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, construction and work injuries, defective products, dangerous drugs and attorney malpractice
- Pat represents clients before administrative agencies such as the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration and has obtained dismissals of charges and negotiated resolutions
- Mr. Filan has 4 children and resides in Connecticut with his wife
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick J. Filan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Filan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairfield.
Personal Injury in Fairfield
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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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairfield
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 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.
Fairfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairfield-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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Why Clients in Fairfield Choose Patrick J. Filan
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 J. Filan's practice in the field of personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick J. Filan 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.
Focused Personal Injury Practice
Concentrating on personal injury means Patrick J. Filan's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Fairfield
A Fairfield-based practice means Patrick J. Filan 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 Patrick J. Filan Handles in Fairfield
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