Atty. Raymond J. Rigat

Atty. Raymond J. Rigat

Attorney Raymond Rigat is an experienced litigator with a broad range of experience in state, federal, and military courts. Prior to joining Berchem Moses PC, he owned and operated The Rigat Law Firm based in Clinton, Connecticut since 1996.

Milford Milford 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Raymond J. Rigat at a glance

Raymond J. Rigat is a Senior Counsel based in Milford, Connecticut, practicing at Berchem Moses PC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1990), Pennsylvania (1991), District of Columbia (2005), and Massachusetts (2006). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Fordham University (—). Serands clients in Milford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Attorney Raymond Rigat is an experienced litigator with a broad range of experience in state, federal, and military courts
  • Prior to joining Berchem Moses PC, he owned and operated The Rigat Law Firm based in Clinton, Connecticut since 1996
  • Attorney Rigat served as a probate court judge for the District of Clinton from 1999 until 2011
  • He was Corporate Counsel for the City of Torrington from 2012 to 2015
  • Attorney Rigat also served as a Lieutenant in the Judge Advocate General Corps for the U.S
  • Navy from 1990 to 1993, and as a military court civilian attorney since then
  • Over the years, he has handled at least 75 court-martial and 100 administrative separation hearings
  • Attorney Rigat has a long history of notable appellate victories, including a Multi-Party Drug Conspiracy Appeal: United States v
  • Ofray-Campos, 534 F.3d 1 (1st Cir. 2008) and a Contempt Appeal: United States v
  • Browne, 318 F.3d 261 (1st Cir. 2003)
  • Raymond Rigat is a long-time resident of the Connecticut Shoreline

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 Milford 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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Where is Raymond J. Rigat's law office located?
Raymond J. Rigat's law practice is located in Milford, Connecticut. The firm is Berchem Moses PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Raymond J. Rigat practiced law?
Raymond J. Rigat has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Raymond J. Rigat go to law school?
Raymond J. Rigat earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (—).
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Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut School of Law
- 1990
Fordham University
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2005
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2006
New York
Admitted: 2006
Rhode Island
Admitted: 2007
New Jersey
Admitted: 2007
Virginia
Admitted: 2007
Delaware
Admitted: 2009
Maryland
Admitted: 2010

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