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Bruce A. Chamberlain
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About Bruce
Biography
For more than 35 years, attorney Bruce A. Chamberlain has been helping people in Connecticut through divorce and other family law cases. With his extensive experience and his compassion, attorney Bruce strives to make family law matters as smooth as possible. He is a skilled negotiator, but is prepared to take cases to trial when that is in a client's best interests.
Divorce, Custody, or other Family Law matters can be very difficult and emotionally overwhelming. Attorney Chamberlin knows this and has over 30 years of experience getting his clients the results they deserve. Call today and find out how Attorney Chamberlin can help you.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Child Custody
25%
Family
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Connecticut for 41 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1984
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2010
Location
Bruce A.Chamberlain
(860) 440-2853
Fax
400 Bayonet St, suite 204, New London, CT, 06320
brucechamberlain.net/Online Presence
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Bruce A. Chamberlain's Reviews
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Posted by Russ | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Winning a tough case
Attorney Chamberlain did a GREAT job for me in my custody battle with my exwife. I live in Massachusetts but my case was in Connecticut. He did a wonderful job of returning calls and going back and forth with emails and text messages. But after a year and a half he won the case for me making myself ...
Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Civil case client
Hired attorney Chamberlain several months ago for my civil case and the working relationship has been excellent, he listens to my input, researches all topics , keeps me up to date with how the case is proceeding and responses to my emails quickly and straight to the point. His staff is friendly and...
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A so called "Lawyer"
Bruce Chamberlain is the most incompetent individual that I have ever came across let alone a "lawyer". He does not truly represent his client, all he does is taking directions from the other side. He acted more like a paper pusher than a lawyer. He shows up to court half asleep not paying attention ...
Bruce A. Chamberlain's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bruce for years. He is very respectful and understands the nuances of family (custody and divorce) laws in Connecticut. I have had many cases with Bruce, and he has been a pleasure to work with."
"I have had many cases involving Attorney Chamberlain over the last decade. Given Attorney Chamberlain’s many years’ experience, he negotiates a fair result for his clients, and is willing to use his experience in litigation if necessary. He is both practical and compassionate."
"I have referred many complicated Family related matters to Attorney Chamberlain because he has the trial experience to skillfully advocate before a Judge while simultaneously handling his clients with compassion and practicality."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Chamberlain is not only competent and conscientious, but he is compassionate. I have had several cases opposing Attorney Chamberlain and he is a skilled negotiator but also a capable litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer.I have known Bruce Chamberlain for 30 years and I have found him to be a very conscientious and hard working attorney for his clients. He is a senior family lawyer in all matters of divorce and child custody. He has a wealth of experience which he brings to any separation, divorce or child custody case. I would recommend him to you."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on many cases over the years in which attorney Chamberlain represented the opposing party. He is well familiar with family law, is an attorney of great integrity who works aggressively and efficiently on behalf of clients"
"Bruce Chamberlain is an excellent, experienced family law practitioner and a good person. I would recommend Bruce in a heartbeat!"
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2010.
Reprimand issued in CT, 2010
updated on 03/24/2017A reprimand is an order from the Statewide Grievance Committee after it has found that an attorney has engaged in ethical misconduct. If an attorney receives more than 3 reprimands in 5 years, a presentment must be filed against the attorney so the Superior Court can decide if more serious discipline should be ordered.
Bruce’s comment:
“This involved an administrative error providing a copy of pleadings to opposing counsel in the time limitation. I accept responsibility for staff errors .”
Reprimand issued in CT, 2007
updated on 03/24/2017A reprimand is an order from the Statewide Grievance Committee after it has found that an attorney has engaged in ethical misconduct. If an attorney receives more than 3 reprimands in 5 years, a presentment must be filed against the attorney so the Superior Court can decide if more serious discipline should be ordered.
Bruce’s comment:
“This involved the fee agreement being unclear whether a client was to be represented for his contempt of a court order. the fee agreement was clarified”
Reprimand issued in CT, 1988
updated on 03/24/2017A reprimand is an order from the Statewide Grievance Committee after it has found that an attorney has engaged in ethical misconduct. If an attorney receives more than 3 reprimands in 5 years, a presentment must be filed against the attorney so the Superior Court can decide if more serious discipline should be ordered.
Bruce’s comment:
“This involved a client not wanting to pay for representation but still wanted free legal services. An effort to get out of the case led to the complaint”
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Owner, Bruce A. Chamberlain
1986 - Present
Partner, Vile & Chamberlain
Associations
2005 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
New London County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Lehrer v Davis
won
Education
1984
Rutgers University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Connecticut
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
CT BAR Assoc Case Updates
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Art & Law of Surveillance
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Elder Family Law
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Military Retirement Benefits
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Ethics in Technology
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Court Process Updates
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Family Court Process
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Child Support Guidelines
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Case Flash Updates
2021
Connecticut Bar Association
Child Support Software Usage
Languages
English