Atty. Todd Steigman
Employment attorney Todd Steigman, a partner at Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau, represents employees whose workplace rights have been violated. In particular, he has extensive experience representing whistleblowers and employees who have opposed or exposed wrongdoing in the workplace.
Employment Law - Individuals & More Attorney · Serving Hartford, CT · 21+ Years Experience
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About Todd Steigman at a Glance
Todd Steigman is a employment and litigation attorney based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau LLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Connecticut (2005). Educated at University of Connecticut (—, 2005). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Todd Steigman
- Employment attorney Todd Steigman, a partner at Madsen, Prestley & Parenteau, represents employees whose workplace rights have been violated
- In particular, he has extensive experience representing whistleblowers and employees who have opposed or exposed wrongdoing in the workplace
- He has represented clients who were subjected to retaliation for exercising their right to speak on matters of public concern in violation of the First Amendment and the free speech provisions of the Connecticut Constitution
- He has also represented employees who have opposed violations of state and federal law, including violations of federal securities laws
- Mr. Steigman also has substantial experience representing employees in a wide variety of employment claims relating to discrimination (disability, gender, age, race, religion), sexual harassment, failure to pay wages and overtime, unequal pay, wrongful discharge, and the Family Medical Leave Act
- He has also argued appeals before the Connecticut Supreme Court and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in New York
Practice Areas Explained
Todd Steigman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd Steigman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hartford.
Employment Law in Hartford
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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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 Todd Steigman
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 Todd Steigman's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Todd Steigman brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Todd Steigman 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 Todd Steigman 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 Todd Steigman Handles in Hartford
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Todd Steigman 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Todd Steigman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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