Atty. Thomas P. Cella
Law Clerk, Superior Court, State of Connecticut, 1983-1984. Lecturer: "Cross-Examination of the Plaintiff in Minor Injury/Soft Tissue Cases," Connecticut Defense Lawyer's Association, 2000; "Superior Deposition Strategies in Connecticut Civil Trial Practice," National Business Institute, 2002. "Cross-Examination of an Accident Reconstructionist Expert," Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association, 2004; "Deposition Practice & Procedure," Hartford County Bar Association, 2005, 2006.
Medical Malpractice & More Attorney · Serving Hartford, CT · 43+ Years Experience
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About Thomas P. Cella at a Glance
Thomas P. Cella is a Partner based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Howard, Kohn, Sprague & FitzGerald, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1983), U. S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1984), and Massachusetts (2021). Educated at Western New England College (J.D., 1983) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Manchester, Hartford County, Connecticut and American Bar Associations Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association American Association for Justice Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas P. Cella
Law Clerk, Superior Court, State of Connecticut, 1983-1984
Lecturer
- "Cross-Examination of the Plaintiff in Minor Injury/Soft Tissue Cases," Connecticut Defense Lawyer's Association, 2000
- "Superior Deposition Strategies in Connecticut Civil Trial Practice," National Business Institute, 2002. "Cross-Examination of an Accident Reconstructionist Expert," Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association, 2004
- "Deposition Practice & Procedure," Hartford County Bar Association, 2005, 2006
- Assistant Town Attorney, Town of Manchester, 1986-1989, 1991-2008
- Fact Finder and Arbitrator, Superior Court, State of Connecticut, 1999-
- Special Master, United States District Court, District of Connecticut, 1988-
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas P. Cella's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas P. Cella handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hartford.
Car Accidents in Hartford
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Thomas P. Cella is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Connecticut →
Medical Malpractice in Hartford
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Thomas P. Cella is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Connecticut →
Wrongful Death in Hartford
Thomas P. Cella is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Connecticut →
Personal Injury in Hartford
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.
Thomas P. Cella is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Hartford
Thomas P. Cella is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Connecticut →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hartford
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 Hartford 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.
Hartford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hartford-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 Hartford Choose Thomas P. Cella
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 Thomas P. Cella's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas P. Cella brings 43+ 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, U. S. District Court, District of Connecticut, and Massachusetts, Thomas P. Cella can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Thomas P. Cella can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hartford
A Hartford-based practice means Thomas P. Cella attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas P. Cella Handles in Hartford
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas P. Cella has experience with under Connecticut law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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