Atty. William M. Petroccio

Atty. William M. Petroccio

William M. Petroccio is a lawyer practicing commercial lending, corporate and business law, commercial real estate and 1 other area of law.

Fairfield Fairfield 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (475) 332-3249 Book Appointment

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About William M. Petroccio at a glance

William M. Petroccio is an Associate based in Fairfield, Connecticut, practicing at Russo & Rizio, LLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on residential, business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1987), and New York (1988). Educated at Quinnipiac University (J.D. Associate, 1985) and Southern Connecticut State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Connecticut Bar Association American Bar Association Greater Bridgeport Bar Association. Serands clients in Fairfield, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William M. Petroccio is a lawyer practicing commercial lending, corporate and business law, commercial real estate and 1 other area of law
  • William M. received a B.S. degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • William M. practices at Russo & Rizio, LLC in Fairfield, CT

Practice Areas Explained

William M. Petroccio's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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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 Fairfield 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William M. Petroccio

Where is William M. Petroccio's law office located?
William M. Petroccio's law practice is located in Fairfield, Connecticut. The firm is Russo & Rizio, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M. Petroccio handle?
William M. Petroccio focuses on residential, business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has William M. Petroccio practiced law?
William M. Petroccio has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did William M. Petroccio go to law school?
William M. Petroccio earned their education at (J.D. Associate, 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact William M. Petroccio for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William M. Petroccio received?
William M. Petroccio's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Associate
Quinnipiac University
- 1985
B.S.
Southern Connecticut State University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1987
New York
Admitted: 1988

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