Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Hartford, CT

24 firms listed · 19 in Hartford · 6 open 24/7 · 9 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 21, 2026

Law Offices of Angel A. Lugo

Law Offices of Angel A. Lugo

(47)
  • Price
  • Confident
  • Questions
“He did an excellent job of representing my interests and believe that his knowledge of the courts and empathetic approach to navigating a contentious situation, made him a stand out attorney both inside and outside the courtroom.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
Se Habla Español
5 Grand St, Hartford, CT
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The Sills Law Firm

The Sills Law Firm

(50)
  • Information
  • Paralegal
  • Expertise
“Everyone I had contact with, from the paralegal to the two lawyers I worked with (Attorney Sills and Attorney Carbray) were hard working and answered my questions in a timely manner.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2010
Free Initial Consultation
645 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT
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Adler Law Group

Adler Law Group

(41)
  • Office
  • Confidence
  • Court
“Very helpful very good at explaining absolutely everything that was going on so I didn't feel clueless or left out I highly recommend using them for any of your needs!!”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
East Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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Gerace & Associates

Gerace & Associates

(47)
  • Respect
  • Legal Representation
  • Questions
“I was fighting a serious case mandatory 5 years and I went to every top notch lawyer in hartford they all said I was going 2 jail but gerace got me a deal of a life time no jail time just probation if anyone needs a great lawyer Gerace & associates”
In Business Since 1985
21 Oak St, Hartford, CT
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Hardy Law Group

Hardy Law Group

(48)
  • Fees
  • Prison
  • Case
“He was always prepared for any curveballs that were thrown our way, and his ability to think outside of the box allowed us to come up with unique solutions to complex legal issues.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2018
West Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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Kahan Kerensky Capossela

Kahan Kerensky Capossela

(41)
  • Meeting
  • Health
  • Questions
“He took the time to truly understand our situation - listening, asking, and listening some more – and immediately gained our trust as he counseled us through our estate planning.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1999
Vernon, CT · 10 mi from Hartford
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The 24 firms listed for Hartford, 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: Hartford, CT

19 of the 24 firms we list are based in Hartford; the other 5 serve Hartford from East Hartford (4 mi), West Hartford (4 mi) and Vernon (10 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 932 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (78%) and responsiveness (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "expertise". 6 are open around the clock; 9 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are personal injury (6), criminal defense (5), wrongful death (4), criminal law (3) and medical malpractice (3). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 6 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans and 7 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. 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 Hartford offer free consultations?

7 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.

Freeman Law Firm

Freeman Law Firm

(35)
  • Communication
  • Service
  • Money
“The attorneys were incredibly knowledgeable and transparent about the process, setting realistic expectations while striving for the best possible outcome.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2016
90 Brainard Rd #201, Hartford, CT
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Woolf Law Firm

Woolf Law Firm

(34)
  • Results
  • Meeting
  • Knowledge
“Without going into details, I had my very sensitive matter summarily dismissed within a half hour of the actual trial, thus paving the way for me and my family to return to a normal life after a year of anguish, anxiety and apprehension.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2004
East Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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Spinella & Associates

Spinella & Associates

(13)
  • Questions
  • Team
  • Heart
“They are so worth hiring best attorney s I ever had got the job done I didn't have to raise a hand to do anything got me the help I needed and when I needed I will definitely use them and recommend them to anyone thank you for all you do for the lil ...”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1993
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1 Lewis St, Hartford, CT
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Fazzano & Tomasiewicz

Fazzano & Tomasiewicz

(39)
  • Integrity
  • Confidence
  • Compassion
“From the beginning he set out a course of action for my son to take and worked tirelessly on his end for each court hearing to get the result he felt was fair and appropriate.”
In Business Since 2011
96 Oak St, Hartford, CT
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Law Office of Jullian H. Jones

Law Office of Jullian H. Jones

(12)
  • Expertise
  • Knowledge
  • Legal Representation
“He was able to get the charges drop to just a fine with his excellent knowledge of the legal system and the confidence that he exuded in the courtroom.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2023
Offers Financing Options
Free Initial Consultation
750 Main St, Hartford, CT
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Brignole, Bush & Lewis

Brignole, Bush & Lewis

(7)
“Very helpful highly recommended”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2004
Free Initial Consultation
73 Wadsworth St, Hartford, CT
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Colson Law Firm

Colson Law Firm

(31)
  • Goal
  • Meeting
  • Understanding
“After meeting with Mark Colson just once, he gave me the confidence to apply, I trusted Mark to handle my case and with in months, Mark called and with great news that I was approved.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2011
102 Oak St, Hartford, CT
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Slatt Legal

Slatt Legal

(12)
  • Legal Services
  • Court
“Very intelligent and knows what to say when your life is on the line… i had a lot of faith in him and it paid off… i can say he is the best no hands down…..”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2021
90 Brainard Rd #201, Hartford, CT
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Law Offices of Andrew J. Cates

Law Offices of Andrew J. Cates

(20)
  • Results
  • Case
  • Compassionate
“If you have a serious case, then you need a serious attorney who knows the ins and outs of the system, good tact, strategy, years of experience and a fought and won BIG CASES...”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2008
97 Oak St Flr 3, Hartford, CT
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Llinas Law

Llinas Law

(17)
  • Results
“He makes me feel comfortable and confidence about my case and before that I felt scared and I had doubts that I would not get approved for my citizenship.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2020
40 Russ St 2nd Floor - Unit 3, Hartford, CT
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Britt Robert J T

Britt Robert J T

(16)
  • Results
  • Case
  • Questions
“I couldn't be more thankful that my family hired him, and I will always refer people back to him because you can sleep easy knowing he will get you to the resolution you were hoping for.”
In Business Since 2021
1 Constitution Plaza 6th FL, Hartford, CT
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Bayer Teri E

Bayer Teri E

(11)
“I want to say, she is gorgeous, kind also she fights for me at DCF from beginning to the end.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2006
250 Main St, Hartford, CT
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Serrano Law Firm

Serrano Law Firm

(11)
  • Advice
  • Money
  • Reviews
“Well let me tell you that this is not a fake review, i have known john for over 6 years and he have represented me for a fall injury,disability case and other stuff he has helped me in so he a ACE lawyer (5 🌟) I see a lot of reviews on here with a 1...”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
West Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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Howard Kohn Sprague Fitzgerald

Howard Kohn Sprague Fitzgerald

(2)
“Liz is great person”
In Business Since 1997
237 Buckingham St, Hartford, CT
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Jon L. Schoenhorn & Associates

Jon L. Schoenhorn & Associates

(5)
“Not only did he pursue this with ferocious diligence, he was exceedingly generous with his time in helping me to educate myself in constitutional law as pertained to my case.”
In Business Since 1985
108 Oak St #1, Hartford, CT
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Ward Law

Ward Law

In Business Since 2016
Parking on, 255 Main Street, John St, Hartford, CT
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Joiner Kevin R

Joiner Kevin R

(2)
“I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.”
In Business Since 2013
100 Pearl St 14th floor, Hartford, CT
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Ruel Debra C

Ruel Debra C

(1)
“Debra is AMAZING!!”
In Business Since 2021
1, Constitution Plaza, Hartford, CT
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Criminal Law Attorney Services in Hartford, CT Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1781
Maximum cost
$21361
National Average
$6527
Avg Per Hour Rates
$416
$4154
$7121
Average price range is based on 403 cost profiles
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Average Cost $6527
Minimum cost $1781
Maximum cost $21361
Avg Per Hour Rates $416

Average range $4154 to $7121 is based on 403 cost profiles.

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