Atty. Stuart M. Katz
Stuart M. Katz is a principal of Cohen and Wolf and Chair of the firm's Litigation Group.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Bridgeport, CT
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About Stuart M. Katz at a Glance
Stuart M. Katz is a employment, business, litigation, and adr attorney based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, practicing at Cohen and Wolf PC. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut. Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Serves clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart M. Katz
- Stuart M. Katz is a principal of Cohen and Wolf and Chair of the firm's Litigation Group
- He is also a member of the firm's Employment & Labor and Physicians' Practices Groups
- Mr. Katz is highlighted in Chambers USA (2017) for the "superb quality of his counsel and representation
- He represents employers of all sizes in defending discrimination and harassment suits and litigating restrictive covenant, breach of contract, business tort and wage claims
- Mr. Katz also represents professionals and executives in matters relating to their employment
- He has been named "Lawyer of the Year" for Employment Law (Management) (2018) and for Employment Law (Individuals) (2016) by the Best Lawyers in America, for the Stamford, Connecticut metro area
- He routinely provides guidance to employers and employees regarding personnel policies, handbooks and employee discipline
- In addition, Mr. Katz has extensive experience in matters involving disputes between owners of closely-held businesses, and in litigating other complex business disputes
- He practices in both the state and federal courts, often acting as local counsel for out-of-state law firms and companies, and handles matters before the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Department of Labor and other administrative agencies
- Mr. Katz has been recognized as a leading lawyer in Connecticut in the area of Labor & Employment Law, by Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business (since 2008) and is listed in Best Lawyers in America (2013-2019) for his work in the areas of Litigation (Labor & Employment) and Employment Law (Individuals and Management)
- In addition, Mr. Katz has been recognized by Super Lawyers since 2009 for his work in the area of Employee Litigation: Defense
- He is listed as one of Super Lawyers"Top 10 Connecticut Lawyers" (2013-2015) and "Top 50 Connecticut Lawyers" (2012-2018)
- Benchmark Litigation, The Definitive Guide to America’s Leading Litigation Firms & Attorneys, named Mr. Katz a "Local Litigation Star" in Connecticut (2011-2019), and a "Labor & Employment Star-Northeast" (2019), in areas including Employment and General Commercial Litigation
- Mr. Katz often lectures on employment law topics and has authored numerous articles in this area
- A member of the American Bar Association, Connecticut Bar Association (Executive Committee, Labor & Employment Section), and Greater Bridgeport Bar Association, Mr. Katz also has served on the faculty for the Connecticut Trial Advocacy Institute
- He is admitted to practice in Connecticut
- the U.S
- District Court, District of Connecticut
- the U.S
- Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
- and the U.S
- Supreme Court
- Active in the community, Mr. Katz currently serves on the boards of directors of Camp Ramah in New England and Ezra Academy
- He also served for many years as an associate national commissioner and on the regional executive committee of the Anti-Defamation League and is a past-President of Temple Beth Sholom in Hamden
- Mr. Katz received his B.A., cum laude, in 1989 from Brandeis University and his J.D. in 1992 from Boston University School of Law, where he served as articles editor of the American Journal of Law and Medicine
Practice Areas Explained
Stuart M. Katz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart M. Katz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bridgeport.
Employment Law in Bridgeport
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Bridgeport
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Stuart M. Katz is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →
Civil Litigation in Bridgeport
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Stuart M. Katz is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Connecticut →
Mediation & Arbitration in Bridgeport
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Stuart M. Katz is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Connecticut →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bridgeport
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 Bridgeport 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.
Bridgeport Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bridgeport-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 Bridgeport Choose Stuart M. Katz
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 Stuart M. Katz's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and adr.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Stuart M. Katz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bridgeport
A Bridgeport-based practice means Stuart M. Katz 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 Stuart M. Katz Handles in Bridgeport
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