Atty. William Gildea

Atty. William Gildea

William Gildea is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, real estate law, business law and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Trumbull Trumbull 46 Years Experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About William Gildea at a glance

William Gildea is a Member based in Trumbull, Connecticut, practicing at William F. Gildea. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1980) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1980). Educated at University of Bridgeport (J.D., 1980) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bridgeport and Connecticut Bar Associations. Serves clients in Trumbull, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Gildea is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, real estate law, business law and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • William practices at William F. Gildea in Trumbull, CT

Practice Areas Explained

William Gildea's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Gildea handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Personal Injury

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.

William Gildea is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Connecticut →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Gildea is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Connecticut →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Gildea is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William Gildea is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Trumbull 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Gildea

Where is William Gildea's law office located?
William Gildea's law practice is located in Trumbull, Connecticut. The firm is William F. Gildea. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Gildea handle?
William Gildea focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has William Gildea practiced law?
William Gildea has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did William Gildea go to law school?
William Gildea earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact William Gildea for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Gildea received?
William Gildea's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Bridgeport
- 1980
B.A.
University of Connecticut
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1980

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