Atty. Paul E. Knag

Atty. Paul E. Knag

Paul is well recognized for his skills in complex litigation, health care law, and arbitration. Located in Stamford, Connecticut, Paul works with Harris Beach Murtha.

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Profile Summary

About Paul E. Knag at a glance

Paul E. Knag is a health care attorney based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at Harris Beach Murtha. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul is well recognized for his skills in complex litigation, health care law, and arbitration
  • Located in Stamford, Connecticut, Paul works with Harris Beach Murtha
  • In the field of health care law, Paul manages various aspects such as litigation, regulatory compliance, and transactional work, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and non-compete litigation
  • He provides guidance on health care arbitration, HIPAA, Stark regulations, fraud and abuse, 501(c)(3) matters, EMTALA, CONs, DONs, physician contracts, risk management, licensure problems, disciplinary issues, patient care, and medical staff matters
  • His clientele includes both payors and providers, and he has experience with ACOs and IPAs
  • Paul is also an arbitrator for AHLA and AAA and initiated the development of a treatise on HIPAA
  • In the realm of complex commercial litigation, Paul has engaged extensively across state and federal courts, including appearances before the United States Supreme Court
  • His cases have involved a diverse range of matters, such as: supporting a physician during a practice dissolution
  • advocating for a minority shareholder in an oppression case by the majority holder
  • addressing trademark issues for a corporation
  • confronting a hedge fund for fund mismanagement
  • dealing with SEC actions aimed at clients’ assets
  • navigating joint venture breaches
  • countering antitrust allegations for a corporation
  • contesting wills
  • assisting with CON applications in administrative appeals
  • handling ERISA preemption litigation for organizations
  • and representing school districts in Title IX cases
  • Paul's practice approach involves understanding client goals to provide advice that aligns with these objectives in a pragmatic and suitable manner
  • He is dedicated to hard work and is always exploring innovative strategies to resolve client challenges

Practice Areas Explained

Paul E. Knag's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul E. Knag handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Stamford 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Paul E. Knag's law office located?
Paul E. Knag's law practice is located in Stamford, Connecticut. The firm is Harris Beach Murtha. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul E. Knag handle?
Paul E. Knag focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
Where did Paul E. Knag go to law school?
Paul E. Knag earned their education at (J.D., 1971).
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What awards or recognition has Paul E. Knag received?
Paul E. Knag's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026

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