Atty. Sean McElligott

Atty. Sean McElligott

Sean McElligott is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Sean, who practices law in Stamford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2012.

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Profile Summary

About Sean McElligott at a glance

Sean McElligott is a medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability attorney based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at Silver Golub & Teitell LLP. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association, and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Sean McElligott is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Sean, who practices law in Stamford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2012
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sean is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Sean McElligott's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Sean McElligott is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Connecticut →

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.

Sean McElligott is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Product Liability

Sean McElligott is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Stamford 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 Sean McElligott

Where is Sean McElligott's law office located?
Sean McElligott's law practice is located in Stamford, Connecticut. The firm is Silver Golub & Teitell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean McElligott handle?
Sean McElligott focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
Where did Sean McElligott go to law school?
Sean McElligott earned their education at (J.D., 2006).
How can I contact Sean McElligott for a consultation?
You can contact Sean McElligott 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 Sean McElligott received?
Sean McElligott's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 2006

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star, New England Super Lawyers, 2008-2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commissioner, Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission, 2011-2014; 2016-2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commitment to Justice Award for extraordinary pro bono service
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New Leader in the Law, Connecticut Law Tribune, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — New England Super Lawyers, 2013 - present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Hall of Fame, Connecticut Law Tribune, 2011, 2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Trial Lawyer, Connecticut Law Tribune, 2014
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, Connecticut Bar Association
Massachusetts, Massachusetts Bar Association
New York, New York State Bar Association

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