How do I best find a lawyer that specializes in libel / defamation in CT?

I would think a personal injury or civil litigation attorney would be your best bet. Good luck, those claims are difficult cases.

I need to take my ex-wife to court and hold her in contempt for not refinancing our house. Do I need a lawyer?

It sure sounds like you would benefit from the services of an attorney. If your name is still on the mortgage and the house goes into foreclosure...

If you're the defendant in a non-contested divorce and don't want to appear for the final hearing, what are the ramifications?

You absolutely want, no need to be there for the uncontested. You don't know what can happen and need to protect your rights. Contact a family law...

In a rehab in Florida with pending charges in Connecticut....Help

The court ordered you to appear in November, then you have to appear or face a new felony charge of failure to appear, which can carry a jail...

Does landscaping work (cutting grass, blowing leaves, etc.) around my home constitute a home improvement covered by the act??

While it is an interesting defense, I agree with brother counsel that this falls under the area of routine maintenance. If you have a written...

It varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. If the arrest took place in New Milford his matter will be heard in Bantam, which is not a difficult...

If I had my first DUI 7 years ago and I just got another in RI and I refused breathalyzer, am I considered a first time offender

I know Rhode Island is not as strict as Connecticut, contact a RI attorney, you may qualify for a program in Rhode Island and avoid a conviction

For a sexual Assualt 4 the degree case what are possiblity of being released from jail ???

It is difficult to provide an accurate answer without knowing more of the facts. Has he already been sentenced or is he awaiting sentencing. The...

Is a dismissed DUI (with Alcohol Education program in CT) considered as a criminal conviction?

Upon successful completion of the Alcohol Education Program the charges against you were dismissed. So as to that charge you do not have a conviction.

What are my 15 year old son's chances of staying out of jail and having this settled in juvenile court?

I am also concerned that the judge either did not set bail or ordered him detained without bail until his next court date. You need to speak with...