Fitzpatrick Michael A is a premier Connecticut criminal defense and civil litigation attorney with a statewide reputation for handling high-stakes cases in both state and federal courts. With over 25 years of experience, Attorney Fitzpatrick is recognized for his meticulous preparation, sharp legal acumen, and exceptional courtroom advocacy, earning him prestigious accolades including the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association’s Champion of Liberty award.
His practice is distinguished by a commitment to personalized, hands-on representation, with a focus on serious and high-profile criminal matters. Attorney Fitzpatrick is particularly noted for his work in death penalty cases, wrongful conviction appeals, and complex white-collar crimes. He represents a diverse clientele including professionals, law enforcement officers, and individuals facing misdemeanor to capital felony charges, and is also sought after for his expertise in civil litigation involving personal injury and negligence claims.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- State Court Defense (Capital Felony, Murder, Manslaughter, Assault, Sexual Assault, Kidnapping, Domestic Violence, Risk of Injury to a Minor, Robbery, Burglary, Larceny, Embezzlement, Arson, Corrupt Organizations and Racketeering Activity, Illegal Gambling, Criminal Contempt, Conspiracy, Computer Crimes, Drug Offenses, Firearms Offenses, DUI, Vehicular Homicide, Motor Vehicle Violations)
- Federal Court Defense (Organized Crime Offenses, Racketeering, Narcotics Trafficking, White Collar Offenses, Bank Fraud, Wire Fraud, Mail Fraud, Mortgage Fraud, Insurance Fraud, Health-Care Fraud, Money Laundering, Public Corruption, Election Law Violations, Civil Rights Violations, Firearms Offenses)
- Appellate and Post-Conviction Representation
- Habeas Corpus Petitions
- Wrongful Conviction Challenges
- Motions for Sentence Reduction or Modification
- Applications for Relief from Sex Offender Registry
- Pardon Petitions
- Juvenile Defense
- Representation in Police and Grand Jury Investigations
- Plea Negotiations
- Sentencing Advocacy
- Civil Litigation (Negligence, Wrongful Death, Automobile Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Train Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Defective Roads, Defective Sidewalks, Defective Premises, Defective Products, Medical Malpractice, Pharmacy Malpractice)
- Defense in Civil Actions (Unjust Claims of Sexual Assault, Sexual Abuse, Child Molestation)
- Representation of Attorneys in Contempt and Disciplinary Proceedings
- Representation of Police Officers in Disciplinary Hearings
Admitted to practice in Connecticut, the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States, Attorney Fitzpatrick is a former president of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. His commentary has been featured on national media outlets, and he has been repeatedly recognized in Connecticut Magazine’s Super Lawyers list.
