William F Dow

William F Dow

4.3
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 57 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at New Haven, CT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Administrative Law, Litigation

350 Orange Street, New Haven, CT

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 56 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1969

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 56 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1969

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 57 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1968

Membership Lapsed

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of William F Dow

350 Orange Street, New Haven, CT, 06511-6403

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William F Dow's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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During a very stressful period of my life, one would have expected that their own attorney would be a beacon of reason, a measured and an unemotional anchor. The opposite was my challenging experience with Willie, He as quoted in other reviews, was a terrorist berating me and my family for every dol...lar he could squeeze out of us. Beyond those experiences, he frequently discussed attorney client matters with third parties to exert added pressure for haunting sums of money without any authorization whatsoever. I waited some time to author this review so that my thoughts could coalesce. One of the greatest mistakes of my life was retaining Willie Dow. He is simply a mean and avaricious person. Proceed with caution if you are considering him as a choice of counsel. Look further!

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Provides the Best Representation and Advice

William Dow provides the best representation and legal advice. He is very forward and honest about what he thinks. He considers all possible alternatives and presents them clearly. He is a very thorough and competent professional who always had my best interests in mind. He always kept me well inform...ed and I felt confident that I was in very good hands. He is very dependable and would always listen, taking my point of view into consideration in his overall approach. He was quick to respond to phone calls and emails and always made time to meet with me. What I especially like about Will is his confidence in his practice, which helped me feel at ease during a difficult time. He not only helps soothe your anxieties he provides hope, encouragement, and practical advice. When he knows the truth he fights for you. I highly recommend Will to anyone seeking counsel.

Posted by anonymous | January 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE BEST THERE IS

Attorney Dow is everything you want when you or someone close to you is in a very bad place. First, his well-earned reputation for personal and professional integrity means that judges and prosecutors take him very seriously. Second, his experience and intelligence allow him to get straight to the ...heart of your problem and its best resolution. Third, he is extremely direct and responsive--he'll tell you exactly where you stand, and he will get back to you the same day you contact him, even if it's at ten that night. His judgment and skill are unsurpassed.

Posted by anonymous | August 4, 2015

Gets the job done

Willie Dow was a straightforward attorney who outlined his idea of a best-case scenario and asked if that sounded good to me. From the start, I had some issues with the prosecutor's account of things, but Mr. Dow made it clear that he thought it the best case of action to work with the prosecutor's ...office and judge, rather than draw the case out endlessly. I agreed to his plan, and from that point forward he kept his eye on the ball until he had achieved an outcome that was within the scope of what he had originally outlined to me. Willie Dow may not have gone up to bat for me on some of my concerns with the case, but I got the sense that this was a professional judgment call based on what he saw as feasible. In other words, Mr. Dow was a staunch advocate when it comes to negotiating a settlement that I could live with, in a time-frame that didn't consume an overly large chunk of my life... which is more than you can say for most attorneys. I would recommend him.

Posted by Bobby Ram | August 1, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Criminal Defense Attorney

In 2013 I needed a trial attorney to protect and defend my rights. After consulting with former colleagues and area businessmen, I was offered the names of two attorneys, who are regarded as the best in Connecticut. I retained one of them. From the beginning, Willie Dow and his staff kept me well inf...ormed and updated with regards to my case. Aftet two years , the outcome and final disposition met my expectations. As a client of the firm I was impressed with the professionalism and preparedness of his staff. Although the law firm and services provided are no longer needed, myself and Mr. Dow have remained friends. When in person or speaking on the phone, Im quick to be corrected, Call me Willie, yes Mr. Dow I ll remember that. Bobby Ram

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William F Dow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul McConnell

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Willie Dow is one of handful of attorneys whose name always comes-up when discussing who is the best criminal defense attorney in Connecticut. He is diligent, aggressive, affable, and brilliant. I highly recommend him for any type of litigation."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Kevin Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Dow is an example of how one can be both a zealous advocate, and a gentleman. He has been an invaluable resource, willing to share his insights and advice."

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Robert Serafinowicz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am proud to share a profession with Willie Dow. He sets a fine example for all young lawyers."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

2007

SUPER lAWYER, CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE

2006

Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine

Associations

1976 - Present

Connecticut Bar Foundation

Education

1968

University of Pennsylvania Law School

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

1963

Yale University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

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