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William Henry Paetzold
also known as Bill Paetzold
About William
Biography
I have been a lawyer for the past 31 years, primarily focusing my practice in the areas of state and federal criminal law. I have tried over 35 cases to verdict, including murders, sexual assaults, drug trafficking, robbery and white collar cases. The most important quality to have as an effective defense attorney is a stellar reputation with your peers, which include judges, prosecutors and other attorneys. If you ask anyone in the CT defense bar about my reputation they will tell you that I am an honest, hard working and effective advocate. My criminal practice emphasizes attorney-client collaboration. I wholeheartedly believe the client must be fully engaged in the defense of a case which requires two-way communication with the attorney. As counsel, I encourage clients to stop by the office, call me on the phone or send a text/email.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
85%
37 years
Car Accident
5%
37 years
Personal Injury
5%
37 years
General Practice
3%
37 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Connecticut for 35 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Moriarty, Paetzold & Sherwood
2230 Main St, Glastonbury, CT, 06033-2207
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Family
Posted by Leah | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Fantastic Resolution from a Wonderful Attorney!
I only have great things to say about Attorney Paetzold. He helped me with my daughter's case, not only in court, but by working hard. He kept me informed throughout the process and his presence the day of court was strong and compassionate. He spent the entire morning with me and my daughter giving ...
William Henry Paetzold's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Paetzold and I worked on a significant matter involving hundreds of burglaries in multiple states by one client in both federal and state court. He is hard working, knowledgeable, professional and experienced in criminal defense. He did an excellent job in getting a very good outcome for our mutual client. The client was very pleased with the outcome."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an excellent attorney who fights for his client's."
"Bill is a legend in Connecticut Criminal Defense circles. He is a remarkable trial attorney who I have had the privilege of sitting next to at counsel table. You can't go wrong by hiring Bill for any State or Federal Criminal Matter."
Sebastian Desantis
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Certificate of Appreciation, Federal Bar Association
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Partner, Moriarty, Paetzold & Sherwood
2012 - 2016
Adjunct Professor, Manchester Community College
1990 - 1995
Public Defender, Judicial District of Tolland
Associations
2012 - 2015
Federal Bar AssociationBoard Member
1995 - 2014
Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State and Federal Defense
I work hard to acheve the most favorable dispositions, taking into consideration the evidence against the client and their prior criminal histories.
Education
1989
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1985
Southern Connecticut State University
Master's degree,
1982
Eastern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science,
N/A
The University of Akron
Attended 1982-1983
N/A
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Speaking Engagements
2015
US Attorney's Office
Relationship between US Attorney's and the Criminal Defense Bar
Languages
German
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If you serve out your sentence do you still have to get probation?
15 Sep 2018
Q&A
Do they have a statute of limitations If I left a state halfway house (work release) in CT - 20 years ago?
14 Sep 2018
Q&A
When will I be eligible to apply for an expungement for a dui I was arrested for 2 years ago.
09 Mar 2017