About Paul McConnell
Paul McConnell, located in Branford, Connecticut, is a highly experienced trial counsel with a background that includes serving as a judge, a Marine Corps infantry officer, and a federal prosecutor. His legal expertise spans grand jury, trial, and appellate work. Educated in mediation and jurisprudence at the National Judicial College in Reno, Nevada, and the Connecticut Council for Non-adversarial Divorce, Paul is a proficient mediator, trial lawyer, advocate, and negotiator.
Paul has acted as lead counsel or presiding judge in hundreds of cases, including more than 55 jury trials. After dedicating 18 years to public service, he founded his own firm in 2014 to passionately represent individuals. His practice focuses on mediation and high-stakes litigation in areas such as personal injury, medical negligence, divorce, custody, and federal criminal corporate matters.
With offices in Hartford, New Canaan, and New Haven, and available by appointment in Greenwich, Shelton, and Stamford, Paul is actively involved in strategic planning for most disputes his firm handles. He regularly serves clients across Fairfield, New Haven, and Hartford counties.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Connecticut Car Accident Laws
Understanding Connecticut's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul McConnell's legal background?
Paul McConnell has served as a judge, Marine Corps infantry officer, and federal prosecutor, with extensive experience in grand jury, trial, and appellate work.
What areas does Paul McConnell specialize in?
He specializes in mediation and high-stakes litigation, including personal injury, medical negligence, divorce, custody, and federal criminal corporate matters.
Where are Paul McConnell's offices located?
His offices are located in Hartford, New Canaan, and New Haven, with appointments available in Greenwich, Shelton, and Stamford.
How many jury trials has Paul McConnell been involved in?
Paul McConnell has been the lead counsel or presiding judge in over 55 jury trials.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Paul McConnell for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Paul for a free case review
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