James W. Cummings | Waterbury Divorce & Family Law Lawyer

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 Cummings’s 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 Cummings’s 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.

The Cummings Law Firm provides legal services in the following areas:

    Personal injury
    Workers compensation
    Business law
    Family law
    Criminal defense
    Real estate
    Probate and estate planning
    Medical malpractice
    Product liability

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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

Position	Organization	Location	Duration
Attorney		New York	1993-1995
Attorney		Los Angeles, California	1988-1993

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
University of The Pacific, McGeorge School of Law	J.D. LL.M.	Law School	1987
Rollins College	BA	Business and Economics	1984

State / Court	Date
Supreme Court of the United States	2011
Connecticut	1993
New York	1992
California	1987

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      New Haven Bar Association
      Waterbury Bar Association
      Connecticut Bar Association
      Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
  

• 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.

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Weekend And Evening Hours Available Upon Request.

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Verified Credentials	Date Verified
(1984) Bachelor of Arts, Rollins College. Verified with DegreeVerify.	March 11, 2013
(1993) Licensed as Attorney in Connecticut. Verified with Connecticut Bar Association.	March 11, 2013
(1987) Licensed as Attorney in California. Verified with California Bar Association.	March 11, 2013
(2011) Sworn in by the Supreme Court of the United States. Verified.	March 11, 2013
(1992) Licensed as Attorney in New York. Verified with New York State Unified Court System.	March 11, 2013

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