James William Cummings
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At your side, on your side, every step of the way
Respected personal, family, business and general practice lawyer James W. Cummings stands by his clients every step of the way. The Cummings Law Firm is the optimal choice for legal representation in the greater Waterbury, Connecticut area and in Litchfield, New Haven and Fairfield counties.
Experience, integrity, and community service
With over 25 years of legal experience, attorney Cummings listens to your special circumstances, ensures you understand all of your options, and works tirelessly to ensure you are treated fairly and justly.
A rare combination of talents
James Cummingsâs experience as a businessman, large law firm attorney, and a history of helping clients regardless of their station in life make him a rarity. He is sophisticated and street smart. He knows precisely when to draw on these talents to get the best results on your behalf.
Some of the hallmarks of James Cummingsâs legal practice include:
A deep knowledge of the law
Sound judgment
Sensitivity to your needs
Incredible attention to detail
Ferocity when its matters most
His record of success speaks for itself.
He treats everyone with the respect they deserve. In these challenging times, he is direct about what can be done within your budget.
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Serving Waterbury area clients with over 25 years experience
Attorney James W. Cummings serves clients throughout the state of Connecticut from his office in Waterbury. Rates are fixed hourly or on a fixed fee basis. Most major credit cards are accepted. Whether you need help with a sensitive family matter, business challenge, or virtually any issue that requires legal advice and advocacy, call 203-754-7779
- University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- J.D.
- Rollins College
- B.A. | Business and Economics
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- Intern
- Field, Fisher & Martineau
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- Intern at international solicitor firm.
- Rules of Evidence, Continuing Legal Education, Waterbury, CT
- National Business Institute
- Continuing Legal Education for Attorneys presentation regarding witness testimony and reports.
- LL.M. Masters of Law in Taxation
- McGeorge School of Law
- Top 100 Trial Attorney
- National Trial Lawyers Association
- Top 100 Trial Attorney
- National Trial Lawyers Association
- 10 Best
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Martindale Hubbell Client Distinction Award
- Martindale Hubbell
- Attorney Cummings is the Recipient of the Martindale Hubbell Client Distinction Award for excellence in quality of service, value of services, responsiveness to client needs, and client communication.
- Waterbury Bar Association
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- Connecticut Bar Association
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- Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
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- New Haven Bar Association
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- New York State Bar # 2488161
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- California
- Connecticut
- New York
- U.S. Supreme Court
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
- Workers' Compensation
- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
Cummings Law Firm - Waterbury, CT