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Frederick D. Paoletti Jr.
About Frederick
Biography
ATTORNEY PAOLETTI IS ADMITTED TO PRACTICE BEFORE ALL STATE AND FEDERAL COURTS IN CONNECTICUT, AS WELL AS BEFORE THE U.S. COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE SECOND CIRCUIT AND THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT. HE HAS SERVED AS A SPECIAL MASTER FOR THE CONNECTICUT SUPERIOR COURT AND LECTURED BEFORE THE GREATER BRIDGEPORT BAR ASSOCIATION. HE ALSO SAT ON THE REGIONAL ADVISORY BOARD FOR HOUSATONIC COMMUNITY TECHNICAL COLLEGE. ATTORNEY PAOLETTI IS A MEMBER OF THE MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATE FORUM, AN ORGANIZATION WHOSE MEMBERSHIP IS LIMITED TO ATTORNEYS WHO HAVE OBTAINED SETTLEMENTS OR JUDGEMENTS OF $1 MILLION OR MORE.(PLEASE NOTE PAST SETTLEMENTS OR JUDGEMENTS ARE NO INDICATION OFTHE VALUE OF YOUR CASE.) ATTORNEY PAOLETTI HAS AN AV PEER REVIEW RATING FROM MARTINDALE -HUBBELL, THE HIGHEST RATING AVAILABLE, A TESTAMENT TO HIS PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND ETHICS.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
40%
44 years
DUI and DWI
20%
44 years
Domestic Violence
20%
44 years
Federal Crime
10%
44 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Connecticut for 43 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Frederick D. Paoletti Jr.
3301 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06606
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Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommend!
At Paoletti and Gusmano, Attorneys at Law, they did an absolute phenomenal job handling my misdemeanor case. Throughout the whole process they were knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive. Big thanks to their paralegal, Andrea, who helped prepare me for my court date. Very grateful for her services. ...
Posted by Wioletta | August 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Most recommended!!!
I had the pleasure of working with Paoletti & Gusmano Attorney’s Firm in Bridgeport and I cannot recommend them enough! They were knowledgeable, responsive, and empathetic throughout the entire process. Their expertise and guidance made a potentially overwhelming situation manageable. Frederick D. ...
Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2011 | DUI & DWI
Excellent DUI / DWI Attorney
I was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated. Attorney Paoletti was able to get the case dismissed with out going to trial.
Frederick D. Paoletti Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
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"I have been practicing criminal law in Connecticut since 1998 and I am now the President of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. I endorse and recommend this attorney for their criminal defense skills. Attorney Paoletti is a member in good standing of our organization and well known for his zealous representation of clients in criminal matters."
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Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"This lawyer is a tremendous advocate for his clients. I give him my highest endorsement in the field of criminal and DUI defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hard work, superior education, and relentless determination have helped this lawyer help his clients, which helps Mr. Paoletti earn his excellent reputation in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Paoletti is a skilled and respected member of the legal community."
"I endorse Frederick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer as excellent, experienced and trustworthy."
"Attorney Paoletti is a great lawyer and I have known him ever since I entered into practice. He is not only helpful as a resource but also a great advocate for his clients. His courtroom demeanor and knowledge makes him an able defender in any criminal context. I recommend him hihgly"
"Fred's reputation as a skilled and effective advocate for his clients is both well known and well-deserved. He brings a calm, cool and collected approach to resolving some of the most tumultous types of cases. He is respected by the bench, the prosecutors and fellow members of the bar. I would recommend Fred without reservation!"
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Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Connecticut Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, New England Super Lawyers
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1982 - Present
PARTNER, PAOLETTI AND GUSMANO
Associations
1990 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1990 - Present
Connecticut Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1988 - Present
Connecticut Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Greater Bridgeport Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Connecticut Bar AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
Connecticut Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section
Member
Education
1982
California Western School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
University of Connecticut
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers