Jennifer Cohen Goldstein, Civil Rights Attorney in Stamford, Connecticut

Jennifer concentrates on civil rights, medical malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jennifer handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Medical Malpractice

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• Personal Injury

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• Wrongful Death

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Jennifer's primary office is at One Landmark Square 15th Floor, Stamford, CT, 06904. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jennifer usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Jennifer discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Jennifer for a civil rights case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jennifer walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Jennifer offer a free consultation?

  Jennifer charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jennifer's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Jennifer's current terms during booking.

• How long do civil rights cases in Connecticut typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Jennifer gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Jennifer take my case if I'm outside Stamford?

  Jennifer 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 — Jennifer 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 Jennifer?

  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. Jennifer will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Jennifer accepting new civil rights clients right now?

  Jennifer's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.