Atty. Peter Adlai Berdon
Attorney Berdon is a seasoned legal professional who has dedicated his career to representing clients in the alcohol industry. Since being admitted to practice law in 1991, he has successfully represented wholesalers, suppliers, manufacturers, package stores, restaurants, and bars.
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Peter Adlai Berdon is a Partner based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Berdon, Young & Margolis, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1991) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1991). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1991) and Duke University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Haven County, Connecticut and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Berdon is a seasoned legal professional who has dedicated his career to representing clients in the alcohol industry
- Since being admitted to practice law in 1991, he has successfully represented wholesalers, suppliers, manufacturers, package stores, restaurants, and bars
- Attorney Berdon is well-versed in the intricacies of alcohol industry regulations and has extensive experience representing clients before the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) and the Federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB)
- Additionally, he has a strong track record of handling litigation matters in court
- As a partner at the law firm of Berdon, Young & Margolis, PC, which has offices in New Haven and Branford, Connecticut, Attorney Berdon offers comprehensive legal services to a wide range of clients
- In addition to his specialization in the alcohol industry, his practice includes representing individuals, closely held businesses, publicly traded companies, as well as municipalities and political subdivisions
- Notably, he has served as General Counsel and Executive Director of the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers Association since 1992, actively advocating for the interests of the industry
- Attorney Berdon has also been involved with the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America, serving as Chairman from 2010 to 2012 and as a member of the Advisory Council since 2004
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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 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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