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Robert M Fortgang

Robert M Fortgang

7.1

Very Good

Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 1.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 25% Employment / Labor
    29 years, 5,000 cases (1 example)
  • 25% Discrimination
    29 years, 5,000 cases (4 examples)
  • 25% Sexual Harassment
    29 years, 5,000 cases (4 examples)
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Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Free Consultation (30 minutes)

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Contact Information
  • Robert Fortgang Associates
    Greystone Court
    573 Hopmeadow Street
    Simsbury, CT 06070
    860-658-●●●● - show
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About Me

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Together Forever
The Boys ...Piper and Striker ...much loved ...and like our Beanie ...forever in our hearts.
We are located at Greystone Court, 573 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, Connecticut 06070.
Rob at age 19 ...see ...I told you I once had hair!

About me: Whenever I am asked to speak in public I enjoy sharing with my audience that I do not write wills or do house closings ...but if they have employment issues... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

5.0 star rating 4 reviews
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5 star rating

“Without question, this is the best lawyer I have worked with...”

Posted by: John Karas, 2008-08-07 about 1 year ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: I never thought that working with a lawyer could be such a pleasure. Robert Fortgang maintains a remarkable balance between expert knowledge,... more
5 star rating

“Partner”

Posted by: Paige , 2008-07-22 about 1 year ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Attorney Fortgang is a pleasure to work with. As a small business owner, I use Rob and his team for many legal issues: contracts & agreements, debt... more
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 30 years since Robert M Fortgang was first licensed to practice law in CT.

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Work Experience
Position Duration
Attorney at Robert Fortgang Associates 1984–present
Counsel, Human Resources at Connecticut Human Resource Reports 1984–present
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Bridgeport Law JD - Juris Doctor 1980
Adelphi University Psychology BA - Bachelor of Arts 1972

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
2005 Awards Ceremony & Celebration Allen Institute 2005

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member Connecticut Bar Association 1980–present
Member Connecticut Bar Association, Labor & Employment Law Section 1980–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 4
Question: i was fired from my job for having a relationship...
Robert's answer: If you believe that the adverse employment decision that led to your being fired is rooted in... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Legal Counsel and contributor of employment related forms and articles, including the At-Will Hiring Package Connecticut Human Resource Reports, LLC 1999
Series of monthly newsletters for the membership of the Connecticut Small Business Federation Personnelly Speaking© 1998
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Cases
Title:
Karen Smigel v State of Connecticut Insurance Department
Practice Area:
Litigation
Outcome:
The matter was settled prior to trial.
Description:
The plaintiff instituted this action against defendant in United States District Court District of Connecticut, alleging discrimination on the basis...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Help! I think my job is in jeopardy. Simsbury Public Library 2009
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Mercy Community Health Educational Conference 2002
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