Law Offices of Angel A. Lugo
“I highly recommend him if you are in need of legal help”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Hartford, CT
21 firms listed · all 21 in Hartford · 5 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 26, 2026
Adler Law Group
“He immediately knew what needed to be done, explained every step clearly, and followed through with professionalism and efficiency.”
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Sills DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyers
“Their communication is excellent, with consistent follow-ups both before and after court dates, which really sets them apart.”
Freeman Law Firm
“Deron handled my injuries with true professionalism, keeping me informed every step of the way.”
Gerace & Cavallari
“Attorney Grace and his associates were very responsive to my concerns, my panics, and my need for reassurance!”
Fazzano & Tomasiewicz
“He took on my case during the Christmas holidays and was fully engaged from day one — genuinely interested, detail-oriented, and thorough in a way you rarely see.”
The 21 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
All 21 firms we list here are in Hartford itself. The firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,090 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "communication" and "expertise". 5 are open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), personal injury (5), medical malpractice (3), wrongful death (3) and civil litigation (2). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 5 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans and 6 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 21 of the firms on this page; 20 publish a contact page and 13 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Are criminal law firms listed for Hartford open on Saturdays or Sundays?
6 of the 21 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.
Colson Law Firm
“Mark is definitely the real deal , an extraordinary attorney ,expert consultant, top notch case analyst and great overall crime fighter.”
Spinella & Associates
“Hired Spinella and associates for a very sensitive situation concerning my granddaughter and they helped us feel comfortable and like we mattered.”
Law Office of Jullian H. Jones
“They took the time to thoroughly understand my case, presented me with a clear strategy, and were relentless in their pursuit of justice on my behalf.”
Slatt Legal
“I referred someone to him who was facing a DUI, and he went above and beyond to help—turning what could have been a very complicated situation into a positive outcome.”
Britt Robert J T
“Answered all my questions and didn't have to go through hoops to speak with him.”
Brignole, Bush & Lewis
“Finest, most professional yet friendly law firm I've ever had the pleasure of working with.”
Llinas Law
“He's also very knowledgeable in all assets of the business and went above and beyond.”
Bayer Teri E
“As a person, friend, lawyer that I tell you, excellent in everything, nice person, kind, she helped me a lot, very happy with her”
Law Offices of Andrew J. Cates
“Cates was very honest, direct and helpful in his assessment of my situation.”
Howard Kohn Sprague Fitzgerald
“He is the most honest, professional, caring, and considerate attorney I have ever met.”
Ward Law
Joiner Kevin R
“I would highly recommend him to my family and friends.”
Ruel Debra C
Law Offices of Robert B. Muchinsky
“I am very pleased with the resolution of the case and I would definitely hire him again if I ever had another legal issue.”
Law Offices Of Tad J. Bistor
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