Todd A. Bussert

Todd A. Bussert

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hartford, CT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

55 Farmington Avenue, 8th Floor, Hartford, CT

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 23 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 28 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1997

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Office of the Chief Public Defender

55 Farmington Avenue, 8th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06105

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Todd A. Bussert's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Marc | November 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal defense matter

In 2016 I was wrongfully accused or very offenses I did not commit. After 3 years facing the matter with a public defender I hired attorney Bussert. From the start he was knowledgeable, responsive and aggressive in defending me in court. Before trial he successfully won arguments on what evidence cou...ld be presented and other constitutional matters. During trial attorney Bussert dismantled the complainants story via cross examination and effectively turned the prosecutions witnesses into our witnesses. I was facing a lengthy sentence on false charges but I was found not guilty now I can resume my life. I strongly recommend attorney Bussert and his team on any legal matter.

Posted by Arlene | October 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer for inmates rights.

Two years ago my son, a federal inmate, lost all his privileges for 6 years along with 6 months good time. We believe the severity of these sanctions was not deserved. We hired Todd Bussert who guided us through the lengthy process of appeals ultimately leading to filing a 2241 motion the end o...f July 2018. Two months later Mr. Bussert called to inform me that after reviewing the motion the government decided to drop the case and completely expunge it from my sons record. He got all his privileges back, along with the 6 months good time. This was the best possible outcome and exceeded our expectations. After 2 years I finally got to speak to my son and look forward to visiting him soon. This would not have been the case without the experience and expertise of Todd Bussert.

Posted by Kathleen J | November 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime

Above and Beyond

Todd works until the job is done. Very responsive, empathetic, and fully knowledgeable about the BOP and the ins and outs of the Federal Government and laws. In addition, he’s a very nice, humble person who shows care for his clients and family.

Posted by John | September 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent, Very Attentive Attorney

Todd was recommended to us by an attorney -- in itself a highly positive statement about Todd's qualifications. Todd helped us obtain a very successful outcome in a federal criminal case. He was very knowledgeable, very competent and responded quickly to questions. It was a true comfort having him... on our side and I absolutely recommend him.

Posted by Steve | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An attorney that cares and doesnt give up

I was fortunate enough to have Mr. Bussert as one of my defense attorneys when I went to trial. He never gave up no matter how may challenges we faced. He has an incredible ambitious passion for what he is hired to do. The team he had working with him was impeccable and resilant in achieving getti...ng me home to my family. I am very grateful for having Mr. Bussert on my side when it was needed.

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Todd A. Bussert's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Weinberger

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I first met Todd many years ago when he was a speaker at a federal sentencing seminar on BOP issues. He is incredibly knowledgeable and has become the go-to person for lawyers who need information or insight on the BOP. I have also been fortunate to work with Todd on a federal mater. Todd is super smart, a skilled brief writer and an all around terrific lawyer. He is hard working and unwaveringly ethical. He is the first person I would call if I needed to refer a client to a lawyer in CT or to someone with expertise in BOP issues."

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James Ruane

Unknown lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As the current President of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, I endorse Attorney Bussert. Attorney Bussert is a member in good standing in our organization and a well regarded criminal defense lawyer in the state. He has shown a passion for criminal defense issues and zealously defends people charged with criminal offenses."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Todd. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Richard Willstatter

Federal crime lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Todd is a terrific lawyer with vast knowledge of the federal criminal justice system and the workings of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He works diligently in defense of his clients and achieves great results for them as a result."

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Richard Willstatter

Federal crime lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Super Lawyer-Criminal Defense, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer-Criminal Defense, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer-Criminal Defense, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer-Criminal Defense, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer-Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer-Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2025 - 2025

Director of Complex Litigation, Office Of The Chief Public Defender

2012 - 2024

Member, FROST BUSSERT LLC

2006 - 2007

Visiting Lecturer in Law, Yale Law School--Jerome N. Frank Legal Services Organization, Criminal Defense Clinic

2002 - 2011

Owner, Law Office of Todd A. Bussert

2001 - 2002

Associate, Law Offices of Richard Seligman

1996 - 2001

Associate Director of Client Services, National Center on Institutions and Alternatives (NCIA)

Associations

2002 - Present

Connecticut Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2002 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

District of Columbia Bar Association

Member

National Assocation of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Life member

Practitioners Advisory Group to the United States Sentencing Commission

Member

Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM)

Litigation Advisory Board

Education

1997

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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