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also known as Ralph Doane Sherman
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If you want the personal attention of a small law firm, you'll find it here.
Because of my expertise with firearms issues, I have practiced in every Superior Court in Connecticut, plus the Appellate Court and the Connecticut Supreme Court.
I have helped more than 4,000 individuals with pistol-permit problems.
I have been a licensed Connecticut attorney since December 1991.
I have probably handled more pardons and Clean Slates than any other attorney in this state, and I have been doing pardons since 1995. At one session of the Connecticut Board of Pardons and Paroles, the board heard 55 cases; 13 of them were my clients. In many years I have represented 5 to 10 percent of the individuals who actually get a hearing with the Board.
Going to criminal court without an attorney is like hiking in the jungle without a guide. Even if you have never been arrested before, you need an attorney to protect your rights. It is NOT the prosecutor's job to look out for you. The only person who's going to help you in criminal court is your own attorney. This is true even for DWI and some other motor-vehicle charges.
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34 years | 2,600 cases
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34 years | 1,000 cases
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State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1991
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130 West Main Street, New Britain, CT, 06052-1315
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Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
The best permit attorney in CT
I needed Ralph's help in acquiring my pistol permit after a denial years ago, and he was able to guide me in the right direction and promptly answered any questions or concerns I had along the way. I would highly recommend him for any legal needs you might have.
Posted by Joseph | September 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Could not be more happy
Make no mistake, it was a lengthy process. Ralph always responded in a timely matter. I had received emails or phone calls later in the night or early in the morning, whenever he had an answer for me. Always answered my questions. I was very surprised when he told me of the “clean slate act” ...
Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Guaranteed Life Changer!
Mr Sherman changed my life and helped remove a felony I've had for over 15yrs which caused me to miss alot of opportunities that require a perfect background check I have over come this great obstacle in my life because I decided to take action with an experienced attorney who understands the process...
Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
Getting my CT Pistol Permit back in my possession
My lawyer got my pistol permit back for me, less than 1 year. I arrested for a misdemeanor, permit was revoked. Less than 1 year after being arrested, my permit was reinstated. I don't know any other lawyer that could of done this for me.
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law
Pistol Permit
Attorney Sherman was extremely helpful, I'd give him a 6 star rating if I could! In my case I was denied a pistol permit, he was very knowledgeable in my situation and well prepared. I was extremely happy with the outcome and I highly recommend Ralph Sherman!
"Whenever a client has a firearms-related issue in their case, the first thing I ask myself is "What would Ralph think?" There is simply no attorney in the state whom I would trust more to advise me on issues involving the details of Connecticut's gun laws. His experience in court and before administrative boards, his in-depth knowledge of firearms law, and his openness to help his fellow attorneys navigate these constantly shifting waters are all reasons why I keep Ralph at the top of my referrals list."
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1991 - 2022
Owner, Attorney Ralph D. Sherman
1999 - Present
Connecticut Bar, Firearms Law CommitteeChairman
1995 - Present
National Rifle Association of AmericaLifetime Member
2000 - 2004
Connecticut State Police Firearms Advisory CouncilMember
1995 - 1999
Connecticut Bar Association, Firearms Law CommitteeChairman
1995 - 1999
Connecticut Bar Association, Firearms Law CommitteeFounding Member
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English