Atty. Peter J McGuinness
Peter J McGuinness is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, workers compensation. Peter received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years.
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Peter J McGuinness is a Member based in Fairfield, Connecticut, practicing at Law Offices of Peter J. McGuinness. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1987) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1988). Educated at University of Bridgeport (J.D., 1983) and Providence College (B.A. History, 1979). Active member of Bridgeport and Connecticut Bar Associations Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fairfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Peter J McGuinness is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, workers compensation
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Providence College in 1979, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Peter practices at Law Offices of Peter J. McGuinness in Fairfield, CT
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Peter J McGuinness is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →
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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 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 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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