Carlos Alberto Santos, Personal Injury Attorney in Naugatuck, Connecticut
Over 30 years of legal practice · 3.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratFitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C.
Naugatuck, CT
Practicing personal injury in Naugatuck since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 3.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Carlos Alberto Santos is a partner based in Naugatuck, CT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Carlos has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C.. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Naugatuck, CT
- Experience
- over 30 years
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- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Naugatuck, CT.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Carlos Alberto Santos: Carlos Alberto Santos is a partner based in Naugatuck, CT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Carlos has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C.. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Carlos's practice areas in Naugatuck
Carlos concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carlos handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Naugatuck, Connecticut
Carlos takes personal injury matters in Naugatuck, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carlos agrees to represent you.
Biography
Carlos Alberto Santos, personal injury attorney serving Naugatuck
Carlos Alberto Santos is a partner based in Naugatuck, CT. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Carlos has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C.. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 1 client review. Carlos works from Naugatuck, Connecticut and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Attorney Carlos A. Santos was born and raised in Naugatuck, Connecticut, and has deep roots in the local community. He received his early education at St. Francis of Assisi School, graduating in 1985, and went on to Holy Cross High School, where he graduated in 1989. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Connecticut in 1993 and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 1996.
After beginning his legal career, Attorney Santos joined the firm in 1996 and became a partner in 2002. He has since developed a diverse legal practice focused on providing aggressive, client-centered representation.
He has concentrated his practice on representing injured parties against large insurance companies. Attorney Santos has personally successfully resolved more than 2000 local injury cases, securing millions for his clients.
He has been recognized as a Super Lawyer by his peers and as a Top Lawyer in Connecticut by the Legal Network and as an Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney by the Attorney and Practice Magazine. In 2021, he was honored with the Lewis A. Dibble Award recognizing his significant contribution to Naugatuck business and community quality of life.
In addition to his legal work, Attorney Santos remains actively involved in the community. He has volunteered as a board member of the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls, The Naugatuck Chamber of Commerce, the Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation, the Naugatuck Valley Regional Economic Development Corporation, the Portuguese Sports Club of Waterbury, and Our Lady of Fatima Church.
Attorney Santos is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, allowing him to effectively serve a diverse client base. He is known for his strong local ties, accessibility, and commitment to guiding clients through complex legal matters with clarity and professionalism.
How Carlos handles personal injury matters
Attorney Carlos A. Santos was born and raised in Naugatuck, Connecticut, and has deep roots in the local community. He received his early education at St. Francis of Assisi School, graduating in 1985, and went on to Holy Cross High School, where he graduated in 1989. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Connecticut in 1993 and later obtained his Juris Doctor from…
The kind of cases Carlos takes
Carlos reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Naugatuck and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Carlos studied and practices
Quinnipiac University School of Law
J.D. · 1996
University of Connecticut
B.S. Finance · 1993
Jurisdictions
Carlos's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1996 · ACTIVE
Carlos studied at J.D. in Quinnipiac University School of Law and B.S. Finance in University of Connecticut.
Law school and academic background
Carlos completed J.D. in Quinnipiac University School of Law and B.S. Finance in University of Connecticut. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carlos runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Carlos Alberto Santos's office in Naugatuck
Carlos's primary office is at 203 Church Street, Suite 4, Naugatuck, CT, 06770. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C.
203 Church Street, Suite 4
Naugatuck, CT 06770
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Client reviews of Carlos Alberto Santos — 3.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Carlos Alberto Santos — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carlos usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carlos charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carlos's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carlos will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Naugatuck, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carlos
Carlos discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carlos confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carlos's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carlos Alberto Santos
How much does it cost to hire Carlos for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carlos walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carlos offer a free consultation?
Carlos charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carlos's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Carlos's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carlos gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carlos take my case if I'm outside Naugatuck?
Carlos is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carlos will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Carlos?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carlos will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carlos accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Carlos's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Naugatuck, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut
Carlos handles personal injury matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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