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Walter A. Shalvoy Jr.
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Licensed in Connecticut for 25 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Location
Shalvoy Law, LLC
12 Queen Street, Newtown, CT, 06470
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Walter A. Shalvoy Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Extraordinarily positive experience
Attorney Shalvoy represented a juvenile member of our family in a criminal matter of some financial consequence. He did a simply outstanding job, and we will always be in Walter's debt for the care and expertise he brought to the case and to our family's situation.
Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Talks a big game with no delivery
He made many promises with no follow-through whatsoever. Weeks would go by without him returning calls. When the divorce agreement came I was given 20 minutes to look it over and sign (with a lot of pressure from him) and I know he never even looked it over. He will take advantage of your situatio...
Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2018 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great advice
I called Walter with a question about a ticket and he gave me honest great advice that put my mind at ease. He is honest, straightforward and professional.
Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent attorney
Walter was very knowledgeable about the legal process and put my mind at ease. Having an experienced attorney at your side makes it a lot easier when answering to a judge.
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Unethical
Hired the attorney to represent me in a post divorce case. Took my money, never did what he was supposed to which was file a contempt of court against my ex-husband. When I requested my retainer fee back ($2,000.00) his answer was that is was all gone on phone calls. I requested a detailed stateme...
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Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Suspension issued in CT, 2022
updated on 11/17/2022This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Suspension issued in CT, 2021
updated on 09/29/2021This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Conditions issued in CT, 2019
updated on 12/04/2019A condition is a disciplinary order from the Statewide Grievance Committee that an attorney fulfill a condition within a certain time frame. If the attorney does not fulfill a condition in a timely manner, the Superior Court may also impose any condition necessary to protect the public.
Conditions issued in CT, 2019
updated on 08/19/2019A condition is a disciplinary order from the Statewide Grievance Committee that an attorney fulfill a condition within a certain time frame. If the attorney does not fulfill a condition in a timely manner, the Superior Court may also impose any condition necessary to protect the public.
Honors
2005
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Who's Who, Strathmore
2004
Who's Who, strathmore
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, The Law Offices of Walter Shalvoy
1999 - 2013
Associate, Maher and Murtha
Associations
1999 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
Education
1999
Quinnipiac University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Fairfield University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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What outcomes would be expected in a violation of probation in CT on felony DUI (2nd offense)?
09 Sep 2025
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My husband hit a guard rail and police took his license away. What can he do to get his license back?
21 Jan 2025
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I have been divorced for a year and declined alimony am I entitled to it now ?
20 Oct 2024