Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Bridgeport, CT

24 firms listed · 8 in Bridgeport · 5 open 24/7 · 7 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 27, 2026

Attorney Charles Christian Young

Attorney Charles Christian Young

(10)
“I was represented by Attorney Christian Young he handled my case with the professional abilities and knowledge I wish other lawyers would of done for me!!!!!!!!”
BBB A+Since 1986
Cohen & Wolf, PC, 1115 Broad St, Bridgeport, CT
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Ganim Legal

Ganim Legal

(18)
“Alexa has been straightforward, concise, & extremely knowledgeable as we have processed through what is an unknown and quite frankly nerve wracking experience.”
No fee unless you winServes ConnecticutSince 2020
2370 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT
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Riley Law

Riley Law

Free consultationSe habla españolServes Bridgeport, Fairfield, Fairfield CountySince 2014Open 24 hours
135 Elm St, Bridgeport, CT
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Gulash & Associates

Gulash & Associates

(7)
“They educate the client with the process and give options, if available, for the best favorable disposition so the client can get back to family and normalcy as fast as possible.”
Since 2015
265 Golden Hill St, Bridgeport, CT
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Larracuente and Goulden

Larracuente and Goulden

(7)
“He listened to my concerns throughout the entire process, kept me informed about the process itself in terms I could understand, and was quickly responsive at all times.”
Serves Milford, Bridgeport, greater New HavenSince 2001
Milford, CT · 7 mi from Bridgeport
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Paoletti & Gusmano

Paoletti & Gusmano

Free consultationSince 1986
3301 Main St, Bridgeport, CT
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The 24 firms listed for Bridgeport, CT defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Bridgeport, CT

8 of the 24 firms we list are based in Bridgeport; the other 16 serve Bridgeport from towns including New Haven (16 mi), Fairfield (4 mi) and Danbury (20 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,155 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), quality (89%) and responsiveness (89%). 5 are open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are personal injury (9), criminal defense (6), family law (4), civil litigation (3) and criminal law (3). 2 show a license on their websites and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 5 offer urgent consultations; 12 offer a free initial consultation and 2 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Do any criminal law firms listed for Bridgeport offer free consultations?

12 of the 24 criminal defense firms here state that a first consultation carries no charge. Treat it as a chance to ask how your kind of charge is handled and who would cover your hearings. It is not the moment to describe the facts in detail to several firms in a row.

Zeisler & Zeisler

Zeisler & Zeisler

(2)
“From the beginning, he was professional, reassuring and confident with what he wanted to accomplish.”
Since 1996
10 Middle St Floor 15, Bridgeport, CT
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Fitzpatrick Michael A

Fitzpatrick Michael A

Since 2015
10 Middle St # 700, Bridgeport, CT
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Miles Gerety

Miles Gerety

Since 1985
135 Elm St, Bridgeport, CT
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Maya Murphy

Maya Murphy

(47)
“Lauren Jacobs, attorney from Maya Murphy PC, was able to quickly summarize my needs for an issue I was having at my son's school giving us a plan of action.”
Coupons & offersLicensedOpen 24 hoursSince 1997
Westport, CT · 9 mi from Bridgeport
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The Law Office of Michael E. Skiber

The Law Office of Michael E. Skiber

(49)
“In the beginning, I was very nervous of how everything would play out as it was my first time dealing with a case but I was given everything I needed to know upfront.”
Free consultationServes ConnecticutBBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2011
Norwalk, CT · 13 mi from Bridgeport
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Alexander T. Taubes

Alexander T. Taubes

(50)
“Another thing that blew my mind is that he had someone from his law firm bring me papers to sign when it was all done so I never had to drive anywhere, I'm giving him 5 stars because it felt like 5 star treatment.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2021
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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The Lebedevitch Law Firm

The Lebedevitch Law Firm

(47)
“Attorney Lebedevitch was incredibly helpful and accommodating to my case giving me peace of mind and a sense of confidence at every appearance in court.”
Free consultationSe habla españolServes ConnecticutSince 2019
Fairfield, CT · 4 mi from Bridgeport
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Law Office of Douglas D. Rudolph

Law Office of Douglas D. Rudolph

(33)
“Absolutely an angel of an Attorney & "he Fights to win" I highly recommend his representation he will thoroughly make sure that your case is fully understood.”
Free consultationLicensedOpen 24 hoursSince 2016
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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Garrison, Levin-Epstein, Fitzgerald & Pirrotti

Garrison, Levin-Epstein, Fitzgerald & Pirrotti

(48)
“Together we were able to lay out a plan that in the end, not only got myself the outcome I was hoping for, but undoubtedly saved me valuable time and money as well.”
4 attorneysServes ConnecticutSince 1980Prices online
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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Zingaro & Cretella

Zingaro & Cretella

(37)
“Sometimes smart people do stupid things - don't compound the problem by hiring a lawyer who A) doesn't have your best interest at heart B) doesn't have years of experience navigating the CT court system.”
Free consultationSince 2023
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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Dehghani & Associates

Dehghani & Associates

(19)
“Mr Dehghani is a knowledgable attorney who puts great deal of effort in his clients' cases and consistent follows up while doing his best to make himself accessible for questions, concerns and support.”
Free phone consultationConnecticut Bar since 1997Virtual consultationsSince 1999Coupons & offersBBB accredited
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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Thibodeau Beadnell Law Group

Thibodeau Beadnell Law Group

(32)
“Dan thibodeau is the man GREAT attorney that will fight for you til the end and does his job in a excellent and professional manner highly recommended and will be the only attorney I use in any future matter”
Connecticut Bar since 2014Free consultationSince 2023
Danbury, CT · 20 mi from Bridgeport
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Rosati & Rosati

Rosati & Rosati

(4)
“I never met lawyer but in same building as daughter's doctor”
Since 1961BBB A+
Stratford, CT · 4 mi from Bridgeport
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Costello, Brennan, Devidas, Sasso and Sinclair

Costello, Brennan, Devidas, Sasso and Sinclair

(29)
“If you're going to go through it, at least having representation that is professional, timely, and on top of it gives you one less thing to worry about.”
Free consultationSince 2014
Fairfield, CT · 4 mi from Bridgeport
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Hoekenga Machado & Lyon

Hoekenga Machado & Lyon

(14)
“Would definitely recommend, very professional and was a pleasure to work with, working with Dan Murtha and Korrie domain made my home purchase experience a dream come true.”
Free consultationSince 2006
Danbury, CT · 20 mi from Bridgeport
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Ruane Attorneys At Law

Ruane Attorneys At Law

(15)
“Attorney Jay Ruane and Pardon Leader Krista Anroman were empathetic, caring, and did an excellent job listening to understand how to effectively achieve my pardon.”
Free consultationSe habla españolSince 2001
Shelton, CT · 7 mi from Bridgeport
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Law Office of Paul V. Carty

Law Office of Paul V. Carty

(6)
“I am very comfortable speaking with him about this very bizarre Eviction matter that has stressed me out and compromised my already poor health for almost seven (7) months since serving me a Notice To Quit Possession on or about 8 DEC 2021, and this ...”
Free consultationConnecticut Bar since 1992Serves New Haven, Connecticut1985+ yearsBBB A+
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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The Law Office of Gregory Cerritelli

The Law Office of Gregory Cerritelli

(26)
“He took a ton of stress and worry away as he was so reassuring and confident in his process, was always accessible to answer any questions, he was upfront and efficient- I would definitely retain him in the future if need be!”
Free consultationServes New Haven metro area, New Haven, CT, Hamden, CTSince 1994
New Haven, CT · 16 mi from Bridgeport
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