Atty. Richard D Patterson

Atty. Richard D Patterson

Richard D Patterson is a lawyer practicing torts, real estate, probate and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1959, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Branford Branford 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard D Patterson at a glance

Richard D Patterson is a Member based in Branford, Connecticut, practicing at Patterson and Brencher. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, business, real estate, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in California (1965), Connecticut (1965), and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1966). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (LL.B., 1964) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Connecticut and American Bar Associations State Bar of California National College of Probate Judges American Judicature Society. Serands clients in Branford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard D Patterson is a lawyer practicing torts, real estate, probate and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1959, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Richard practices at Patterson and Brencher in Branford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Richard D Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard D Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Personal Injury

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.

Richard D Patterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Richard D Patterson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Connecticut →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Richard D Patterson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Connecticut →

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 Branford 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard D Patterson

Where is Richard D Patterson's law office located?
Richard D Patterson's law practice is located in Branford, Connecticut. The firm is Patterson and Brencher. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard D Patterson handle?
Richard D Patterson focuses on probate, personal injury, business, real estate, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Richard D Patterson practiced law?
Richard D Patterson has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Richard D Patterson go to law school?
Richard D Patterson earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Richard D Patterson for a consultation?
You can contact Richard D Patterson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard D Patterson received?
Richard D Patterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1964
B.A.
University of Connecticut
- 1959

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1965
Connecticut
Admitted: 1965
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1966

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