
Henry James Zaccardi, Education Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Education, Employment, and General · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
CounselatShipman & Goodwin LLP
Hartford, CT
Practicing education in Hartford since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Henry James Zaccardi is a counsel based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and General. Henry has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Hartford, CT
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Education · Employment · General
- Handles Education, Employment, and General matters from Hartford, CT.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Henry James Zaccardi: Henry James Zaccardi is a counsel based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and General. Henry has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Henry takes on
Henry concentrates on education, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Henry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Education cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Henry takes education matters in Hartford, 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 Henry agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Henry takes employment matters in Hartford, 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 Henry agrees to represent you.
General cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Henry takes general matters in Hartford, 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 Henry agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Henry takes litigation matters in Hartford, 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 Henry agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Henry James Zaccardi — education lawyer in Hartford
Henry James Zaccardi is a counsel based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and General. Henry has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Shipman & Goodwin LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Henry James Zaccardi is a lawyer practicing employment law, employment litigation, independent schools and 4 other areas of law. Henry received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years. Henry practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT.
Henry's approach to education cases
Henry James Zaccardi is a lawyer practicing employment law, employment litigation, independent schools and 4 other areas of law. Henry received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1979, and has been licensed for 37 years. Henry practices at Shipman & Goodwin LLP in Hartford, CT.
Clients Henry works with
Henry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for education, employment, and general matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Suffolk University School of Law
J.D. · 1989
Tufts University
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Henry's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1989 · ACTIVE
Henry studied at J.D. in Suffolk University School of Law and B.A. in Tufts University.
Law school and academic background
Henry completed J.D. in Suffolk University School of Law and B.A. in Tufts University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Henry runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Henry has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Henry's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •Connecticut Bar Association: Labor and Employment Law Section •Hartford County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Henry James Zaccardi's office in Hartford
Henry's primary office is at One Constitution Plaza, Hartford, CT, 06103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Henry James Zaccardi — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Henry. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing education attorneys in Hartford.
4.4
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How to hire Henry James Zaccardi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new education attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Henry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Henry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Henry'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; Henry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a education attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many education 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 Henry
Henry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in education practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every education 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. Henry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Henry's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many education practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Henry James Zaccardi
How much does it cost to hire Henry for a education case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Henry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Henry offer a free consultation?
Henry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Henry's office. Some education attorneys offer free consults — check Henry's current terms during booking.
How long do education cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple education 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. Henry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Henry take my case if I'm outside Hartford?
Henry 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 — Henry 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 Henry?
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. Henry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Henry accepting new education clients right now?
Henry's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Education attorneys serving Hartford, Stamford and New Haven in Connecticut
Henry handles education matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified education attorneys in that community.
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