Michael R Corsello

Michael R Corsello

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Norwalk, CT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

10 Byington Pl, Norwalk, CT

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

all types of felonies and misdemeanors, narcotics sales, assaults,theft crimes

44 years | 4,000 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 25%

handling all aspects of dwi cases ,trial and navigation through administrative suspensions ,published author regarding cross exam of arresting officers in dwi cases , have lectured to peers on subject

44 years | 1,500 cases

25%
Domestic Violence 15%

as part of criminal defense become involved in numerous domestic violence cases and issues with protective orders

44 years | 2,000 cases

15%
Personal Injury 15%

44 years | 2,000 cases

15%
Car Accident 10%

all types of auto accidents including those of catostrophic nature;traumatic brain injury ,herniated disc, death

44 years | 2,000 cases

10%
Probate 5%

44 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 43 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael R. Corsello, LLC

10 Byington Pl, Norwalk, CT, 06850-3309

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Michael R Corsello's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Erin B

Michael has been our family lawyer for over 20 years. He has successfully had my charges dismissed. I was very confident with using his services and he also does a great job of making hard situations less stressful.

Posted by David | September 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredibly Helpful

Attorney Corsello is the perfect combination of straight forward and thorough. He will ensure you understand your options and what is happening, while maintaining a level of directness that will help you navigate the best path.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent, professional, thorough and trustworthy attorney

I engaged Michael to help me with a case in which I was charged with simple trespass, disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer. I had been to a birthday party and stumbled into a stranger's property, rang and knocked on the door, waking them up and startling them. I don't remember doi...ng any of it and what happened when the police came so I wasn't able to offer much of an explanation of how I behaved or what happened. Michael's calm and conciliatory style was extremely helpful in getting my charges reduced to a simple trespass, which is just an infraction (instead of criminal charges). I paid a fine of $50 for the infraction. I had been worried about needing to use the Accelerated Rehab Program to resolve this issue but Michael was able to help reduce the charges without it. I believe Michael is an excellent attorney. He was successful with my case because he is very knowledgeable about the legal system and his vast experience in working with the people at the Norwalk courthouse on matters like these provided me with good advice on the direction I wanted him to take with my case. I interviewed and visited with 4 other attorneys before selecting Michael initially for my case and, having seen the results of his approach, I would highly recommend Michael to anyone who's looking for a great criminal defense attorney.

Posted by Debbie | May 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Our Family Lawyer

Michael has been our attorney on 2 cases. The first was many years ago when my son was a teenager the charges were dropped for all the teenagers that were summoned.Recently my husband had some serious charges against him needless to say after being charged with felonies and again Mike had the charges... reduced and we paid a small fine. We trust Mike and know he will always be honest and assist us in the best way.

Posted by Vincent Calzone | February 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Power of Attorney/Will

Attorney Corsello was excellent. He was very patient with my 89 year old father explaining all the details of the Will and Power of Attorney. I have worked with Attorney Corsello in the past and have recommended him to others. I highly recommend him.

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Michael R Corsello's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Colarusso

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a caring and dedicated professional who has served his clients superbly."

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Frederick Paoletti

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. a highly professional, skilled lawyer who cares about his clients and enjoys an excellent reputation with fellow lawyers and judges."

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Stephen Conover

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer based on my first-hand observations of his handling of cases. Mike knows the law and he consistently follows the most effective path to defend people accused of a crime. He is uniformly recognized by judges as a no-nonsense advocate, respected by his peers for his remarkable work, and appreciated by his clients for his accomplishments and results."

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Phillip Cohn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Russell

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

super lawyer, thompson reuters

2015

Super Lawyer of New England, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

super lawyer, thompson reuters

2014

Super Lawyer of New England, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer of New England, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

super lawyer, thompson reuters

2012

Super Lawyer of New England, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

super lawyer, thompson reuters

2011

super lawyers of New Englan, Thompson Reuters

2011

super lawyer, thompson reuters

2002

nember, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1982

cum laude, cum laude

Work Experience

2008 - Present

member/manager, Law Offices Michael R.Corsello

2015 - 2017

AdJunct Professor Norwalk Community College, Norwalk Community College

2009 - 2018

Expulsion Hearing Officer, Norwalk Board OF Education

1996 - 2008

partner, Corsello andCohen

1985 - 1995

partner, Reid,Cafero and Corsello

1982 - 1985

partner, Discala and Corsello

Associations

2006 - Present

Fairfield County Bar Association

chairman criminal law section

1998 - Present

connecticut criminal defense lawyers association

1998 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

1983 - Present

Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

member

1983 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

member

2008 - 2009

Judicial Branch Public Service and Trust Commission

Attorney Member

2007 - 2015

Grievance Panel Fairfield Judicial District

Attorney Member

Education

1982

Suffolk University Law School

juris doctor

N/A

University of Connecticut

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Handling DWI and DUI Cases in Connecticut

Cross Examination

Publications

2011

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Inside The Mind Witness Preparation in DWI Proceedings

Languages

Spanish

Italian

English

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