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Ralph D. Sherman
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Biography
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.
Firearms Law - I help more people with pistol-permit problems than any other attorney in this state.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Gun Law
50%
34 years | 2,600 cases
Expungement
35%
34 years | 700 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
34 years | 1,000 cases
DUI and DWI
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 34 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Atty. Ralph D. Sherman
(860) 385-6302
Unknown
130 West Main Street, New Britain, CT, 06052-1315
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Practice Areas
Gun Law (52)
Criminal Defense (25)
Expungement (19)
Administrative Law (16)
Lawsuits & Disputes (14)
Appeals (8)
Civil Rights (2)
DUI & DWI (2)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (2)
Bankruptcy & Debt (1)
Constitutional (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Litigation (1)
Personal Injury (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
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Case Results (85)
Recommendation (52)
Practice Area Knowledge (47)
Advocacy (43)
Professionalism (33)
Communication Style (29)
Responsiveness (27)
Cost of Services (20)
Character & Conduct (19)
Trustworthiness (16)
General Knowledge (14)
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Showing 31 - 35 of 104 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by anonymous | August 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Pistol permit
Lawyer Ralph Sherman represented me for a denial of my pistol permit. I had a felony on my record " possession of a controlled substance " from 30 years ago . . Mr Sherman was able to clear the felony off my record and get me my pistol permit.
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
CT pistol permit application
I want to start by saying that Attorney Sherman is the go-to person for anything related to firearms permits and legal matters. He is honest, trustworthy, and delivers on his promises in a timely and accurate manner. I reached out to Attorney Sherman for help with my permit, as I had some past issues...
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2024
Thanks
Very knowledgeable and helpful. If you have a question about his expertise, Ralph is your guy.
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
20 plus years experience gets you RESULTS
Attorney Sherman was a AMAZING to work with. And with so many years at doing this under his belt he has such great advice and knowledge. He only takes cases he thinks he can WIN. He WON Mine…Very GRATEFUL…Thanks again!
Posted by Jeff | June 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Exactly what I needed
Attorney Sherman was the correct person to help with my permit appeal. He knew everything about the process from start to finish. No need to look anywhere else for permit or revocation appeal legal counsel.
Ralph D. Sherman's Lawyer Endorsements
"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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Experience
Work Experience
1991 - 2022
Owner, Attorney Ralph D. Sherman
Associations
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
Education
1991
University of Connecticut School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Western Connecticut State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English