Atty. Robert J. Cooney

Atty. Robert J. Cooney

Robert J. Cooney is a lawyer practicing litigation, defense, environmental and 1 other area of law.

Southport Southport 66 yrs experience 66 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert J. Cooney at a glance

Robert J. Cooney is an Of Counsel based in Southport, Connecticut, practicing at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1960), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1963), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.B., 1960) and Fairfield University (B.S.S., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bridgeport (President, 1983-1984), The Connecticut and American (Member, Civil Justice Committee) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Southport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert J. Cooney is a lawyer practicing litigation, defense, environmental and 1 other area of law
  • Robert J. received a B.S.S. degree from Fairfield University in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • Robert J. practices at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP in Southport, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Cooney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Cooney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Robert J. Cooney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Connecticut →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Robert J. Cooney is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Southport 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 Robert J. Cooney

Where is Robert J. Cooney's law office located?
Robert J. Cooney's law practice is located in Southport, Connecticut. The firm is McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Cooney handle?
Robert J. Cooney focuses on employment, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Robert J. Cooney practiced law?
Robert J. Cooney has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did Robert J. Cooney go to law school?
Robert J. Cooney earned their education at (LL.B., 1960); (B.S.S., 1957).
How can I contact Robert J. Cooney for a consultation?
You can contact Robert J. Cooney 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 Robert J. Cooney received?
Robert J. Cooney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Georgetown University
- 1960
B.S.S.
Fairfield University
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1960
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971

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