Atty. Steven M. Frederick
Phi Beta Kappa; Psi Chi National Honor Society. Recipient, Moot Court Advocacy Award, New York University.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Stamford, CT · 37+ Years Experience
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About Steven M. Frederick at a Glance
Steven M. Frederick is a Partner based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at Wofsey, Rosen, Kweskin & Kuriansky, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1989), New York (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1990), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1990). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Tufts University (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Stamford Regional, Connecticut and American Bar Associations American Inns of Court Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association National Employment Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven M. Frederick
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Psi Chi National Honor Society
- Recipient, Moot Court Advocacy Award, New York University
- Vice Chairman, 1996-1997 and Chairman, 1998—, Education Committee and Member, Board of Directors, 1999—, Executive Committee, 2001—, Vice Chairman, 2002-2004, Chairman, 2004-2006, Stamford Chamber of Commerce
- Chairman, Advisory Committee, Senior Employment Service, Inc., 1997-2002
- Member, Board of Directors, 1999-2006, Executive Committee and Counsel, 2002—, Jewish Family Service of Stamford, Inc., Member, Board of Directors, Stamford Public Education Foundation, 2005-2013
- Member, Citizens Advisory Board to the Trustees of the Ferguson Library, 2006-2013
- Member, Board of Trustees of the Ferguson Library, 2013-
Practice Areas Explained
Steven M. Frederick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven M. Frederick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Stamford.
Employment Law in Stamford
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Steven M. Frederick is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →
Business & Corporate Law in Stamford
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Steven M. Frederick is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →
Civil Litigation in Stamford
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Steven M. Frederick is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Connecticut →
Civil Rights in Stamford
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Stamford
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 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.
Stamford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Stamford-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Stamford Choose Steven M. Frederick
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven M. Frederick's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven M. Frederick brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Steven M. Frederick can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Steven M. Frederick can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Stamford
A Stamford-based practice means Steven M. Frederick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Steven M. Frederick Handles in Stamford
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