Av. Christopher Mattei
Chris is widely recognized as one of the nation's leading trial attorneys, renowned for his courtroom prowess. He notably served as lead counsel for Sandy Hook families in their defamation case against Alex Jones, securing a historic $1.4 billion jury verdict—the largest defamation and overall verdict in Connecticut history.
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About Christopher Mattei at a glance
Christopher Mattei is an Attorney based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, practicing at Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder PC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on personal injury and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2005) and U.S. District Court District of Connecticut (2006). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Georgetown University (B.A., 2000). Serands clients in Bridgeport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Chris is widely recognized as one of the nation's leading trial attorneys, renowned for his courtroom prowess
- He notably served as lead counsel for Sandy Hook families in their defamation case against Alex Jones, securing a historic $1.4 billion jury verdict—the largest defamation and overall verdict in Connecticut history
- In 2024, Forbes Magazine honored him on its list of America’s top 200 lawyers
- Chris advocates for victims of defamation, medical negligence, sexual abuse, and civil rights violations
- He recently secured a $10.9 million judgment following a jury trial against an orthopedic practice for a fatal diagnostic failure
- With a strong commitment to pro bono work, Chris defended racial justice protesters in 2019 and challenged election malpractice in 2023
- Before joining Koskoff, he led the Financial Fraud & Public Corruption unit at the U.S
- Attorney’s Office, prosecuting high-profile cases like that of former Governor John G. Rowland
- Frequently described as a powerhouse lawyer, Chris regularly offers legal insights in major media outlets, including MSNBC, CNN, and the New York Times
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher Mattei's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Mattei handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 Bridgeport 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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