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Shel D. Myers, Employment Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut

Hartford, CT

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Shel D. Myers is an attorney based in Hartford, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Employment.

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Hartford, CONNECTICUT
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Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Hartford, CONNECTICUT.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

About Shel D. Myers: Shel D. Myers is an attorney based in Hartford, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Employment.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Shel D. Myers

Shel concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Hartford, Connecticut

Shel 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 Shel agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Shel D. Myers — Attorney of Connecticut employment experience

Shel D. Myers is an attorney based in Hartford, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Employment.

The emphasis of Mr. Myers’ practice is defending employers in state and federal court and in administrative tribunals on a variety of employment law issues, including claims involving age, disability, sex and race discrimination, sexual harassment, invasion of privacy, free speech, defamation, wrongful or retaliatory discharge, breach of contract, wage and hour violations, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation and family leave act matters. He counsels employers on a range of employment issues including employee handbooks, drug testing, employee discipline and payment of wages. Mr. Myers also served as a Law Clerk (Intern) to U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge Thomas P. Smith.

Working with Shel on a employment matter

The emphasis of Mr. Myers’ practice is defending employers in state and federal court and in administrative tribunals on a variety of employment law issues, including claims involving age, disability, sex and race discrimination, sexual harassment, invasion of privacy, free speech, defamation, wrongful or retaliatory discharge, breach of contract, wage and hour violations, workers’ compensation,…

Clients Shel works with

Shel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Shel D. Myers's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Connecticut

    J.D. · 1993

  • Brandeis University

    BA

  • Yale University

    MA

Jurisdictions

Shel's state bar admissions

  • Connecticut, - Distr

    ACTIVE

  • Connecticut, - State

    ACTIVE

Shel studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut, BA in Brandeis University, and MA in Yale University.

Law school and academic background

Shel completed J.D. in University of Connecticut, BA in Brandeis University, and MA in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shel runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Shel D. Myers

Shel has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mr. Myers has received a peer review rating of “BV Distinguished” from Martindale-Hubbell.

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mr. Myers has received a peer review rating of “BV Distinguished” from Martindale-Hubbell. (2026).

Locations

Shel D. Myers's office in Hartford

Shel's primary office is at 21 Oak Street, Suite 601, Hartford, Connecticut, 06106-8003. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

21 Oak Street, Suite 601

Hartford, Connecticut 06106-8003

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Hiring guide

How to hire Shel D. Myers — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Shel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shel'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; Shel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Hartford, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Shel

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Shel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Shel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Shel D. Myers

  • How much does it cost to hire Shel for a employment case?

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

  • Does Shel offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Connecticut typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Shel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Shel take my case if I'm outside Hartford?

    Shel 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 — Shel 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 Shel?

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

  • Is Shel accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Hartford, Stamford and New Haven in Connecticut

Shel handles employment matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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