Atty. Valdis Vinkels
Attorney Vinkels has retired as of the end of 2025. Attorney Vinkels had served as Judge of Probate in Andover, as well as served on various boards and commissions in the Towns of Andover and Coventry, including a position with the Town Counsel in Coventry.
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About Valdis Vinkels at a glance
Valdis Vinkels is an Others based in Wethersfield, Connecticut, practicing at Capalbo Hourihan, LLC. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1968), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1968), and U.S. Tax Court (1978). Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1968) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hartford County, Tolland County, Connecticut and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wethersfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Vinkels has retired as of the end of 2025
- Attorney Vinkels had served as Judge of Probate in Andover, as well as served on various boards and commissions in the Towns of Andover and Coventry, including a position with the Town Counsel in Coventry
- Attorney Vinkels had previously practiced with Spada and Vinkels and Skelley, Vinkels and Rottner, both in a partnership role
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Why local counsel matters in Connecticut
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 Wethersfield 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 andnue, 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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