Atty. Stephen W. Studer
Attorney Studer is a Senior Partner with Berchem Moses PC who practices in the areas of land use and commercial real estate law. He graduated magna cum laude from Stonehill College in 1972 and cum laude from Suffolk University Law School in 1977 where he was a member of the Suffolk University Law Review.
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Stephen W. Studer is a zoning attorney based in Milford, Connecticut, practicing at Berchem Moses PC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977) and Connecticut (1978). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1977) and Stonehill College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Serves clients in Milford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Studer is a Senior Partner with Berchem Moses PC who practices in the areas of land use and commercial real estate law
- He graduated magna cum laude from Stonehill College in 1972 and cum laude from Suffolk University Law School in 1977 where he was a member of the Suffolk University Law Review
- Mr. Studer’s practice concentrates on the representation of municipalities and developers in all aspects of the local zoning and land use permitting process, as well as the permitting process of various state and federal agencies, such as the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection and the U.S
- Army Corps of engineers
- Mr. Studer is a member of the Connecticut Chapter of the American Planning Association and of the Property, Land Use and Environmental Law Sections of the American and Connecticut Bar Associations
- As such, he is intimately involved in the representation of authorities in all zoning and land use planning matters, including regulation of inland wetlands and watercourses
- In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Studer is actively involved in local government in Milford, having previously served as Chairman of the Civil Service Commission, as a member of the City’s council on Aging, as Judge of Probate for the City of Milford, and as Chairman of a committee appointed by the mayor and Board of Aldermen to recommend and implement changes to the land use and building departments of the City of Milford in order to streamline the permit process
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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 venue, 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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