About Joseph John Colarusso

Attorney Colarusso is a Former Prosecutor with over 38 years of experience in the criminal field, including jury and non jury trials.  Professional, Knowledgeable and Accessible.  He is admitted and practices in Connecticut (1993), New York (1983) and the Federal Courts of both states. He has succesfully defended Murder, Attempted Murder, Assault, Burglary, Domestic Violence, Drug, DWI, DUI, Economic Crimes, Juvenile Matters, Sex Offenses, Child Pornography, Motor Vehicle and Traffic matters.   He brings his understanding of the courts and the law to vigorously defend his clients.  His practice is limited to all Criminal and DWI/DUI matters. Attorney Colarusso will fight to Protect Your Rights during every stage of the Criminal Process. Emergency Telephone Number if you are arrested  Call

 

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Criminal Law
Posted by Jonathan
November 26, 2024
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Joseph Colarusso is an outstanding attorney who truly goes above and beyond for his clients. From the moment I consulted with him, it was clear he had an in-depth understanding of the legal system and knew exactly how to navigate the court process effectively. He was incredibly helpful, always on point, and provided clear, confident guidance throughout the entire process. His professionalism and attention to detail made a challenging situation much easier to handle, and the results he achieved exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, strategic, and truly cares about getting the best outcome for his clients, I highly recommend Joseph Colarusso. He is absolutely the person you want by your side in any legal matter.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by Susan
May 19, 2024
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Attorney Joseph Colarusso’s expertise in criminal law gave us the best possible outcome for our case. From the minute my teenager and I walked through the door, Attorney Colarusso took charge, explained my son’s arrest and charges. He offered effective solutions to protect our rights and was an aggressive advocate for our courtroom defense. If you need exceptional legal service, I recommend Attorney Colarusso.

 
DUI/DWI
Posted by Oliver
August 14, 2023
Hired Attorney

Joe was terrific. Helped with my situation quite a bit. Went above and beyond what was expected in dealing with the court. very knowledgeable and experienced. Produced a favorable outcomes for me.

DUI/DWI
Posted by J
June 30, 2022
Hired Attorney

Joe is an incredible lawyer and extremely knowledgeable about the practices in Stamford. I highly recommend him and appreciate his wonderful demeanor and ability to assist us. He originally impressed me when he first answered my call and I was distressed. He has a great calm manor and he continued to impress me when he counselled me through the court system. He went the extra mile in seeing me on the weekend and was always available to answer my questions. If you are involved in this unfortunate circumstance, definitely use Joe. He will help you immensely.

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by Victoria
March 16, 2022
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Mr.Colarusso is just a great attorney. Absolutely, knows what he is doing and how it has to be done: straight to the point. Always has answer to all our questions: absolutely knowledgable. His professionalism and organization are phenomenal. Lucky we met him. Again, Thank you Mr Colarusso!

Criminal Law
Posted by Katherine
December 13, 2021
Hired Attorney

We hired Joe recently and I was a basket case before meeting him. This was my first incident with the law and I didn’t know what to expect or what to do first. After meeting Joe, it was almost like a weight lifted off my shoulders- he made me feel supported and sat with me to walk me through everything. He really put my mind at ease and I am grateful he was by my side. Joe is compassionate, knowledgeable about what to expect/the law, responsive, and passionate about fighting for you and your case (he got mine dismissed too!). Best of all, he truly cares for you and your well-being and will be there for you and your family every step of the way.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
May 27, 2021
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Joe knows what he's doing and is great at what he does. He has high levels of negotiating skills and the right connections to resolve your case favorably.He is available when you need him, and will answer all your questions.

DUI/DWI
Posted by anonymous
January 20, 2021
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In 2019 I was arrested for a DUI. I didn’t have much money at the time and because this was my first DUI I didn’t understand how serious it was. So, I decided to get a public defender. BIG MISTAKE. Once I hired Mr. Colarusso my luck changed. Mr. Colarusso is very well-respected at the Courthouse and this alone made me feel very confident. He was on time for every court date. In all, I only had to attend court 3 times after hiring Mr. Colarusso. The first time was to resolve the mess the public defender had gotten me into. The second time was to negotiate the final classes I needed to complete that were appropriate for my charges, and the third time was after a year was given to me to complete these classes. Most importantly he was able to have this DUI off my record! If you have been arrested for a DUI or have ANY criminal charges call him first! While Mr. Colarusso was more than affordable, you cannot put a price on your freedom. I am so grateful for finding him. -MD

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
November 22, 2020
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I hired Mr. Colarusso to represent me after I made several, very poor, decisions resulting in the possibility of heavy legal penalties, including possible prison time. Mr. Colarusso treated my case as if I was one of his own children and I was represented with outstanding professionalism and compassion. The results of my case were above and beyond expectations and Mr. Colarusso has been nothing short of supportive and his work has allowed me to continue on with my life in a positive direction. I absolutely recommend his law practice to anyone in need of criminal defense. He is Professional, extremely knowledgable, and able to be honest and calm in explaining court/case procedures to his clients.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
November 22, 2020
Hired Attorney

I hired Mr. Colarusso to represent me after I made several, very poor, decisions resulting in the possibility of heavy legal penalties. Mr. Colarusso treated my case as if I was one of his own children and I was represented with outstanding professionalism and compassion. The results of my case were above and beyond expectations and Mr. Colarusso has been nothing short of supportive and his work has allowed me to continue on with my life in a positive direction. I absolutely recommend his law practice to anyone in need of criminal defense. He is Professional, extremely knowledgable, and able to be honest and calm in explaining court/case procedures to his clients.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law 1
    • DUI/DWI
  • Other 5
    • Criminal Defense
    • Violent Crime
    • Federal Crime
    • Juvenile
    • Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1983, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    1983, New York
    1983, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    1986, U.S. Supreme Court
    1993, Connecticut
    1993, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
    Memberships
    National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
    New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Stamford/Norwalk, Westchester, Bronx and Connecticut Bar Associations.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    California Western School of Law
    Class of 1981
    J.D.
    Other Education
    St. John's University
    Class of 1977
    B.A.
    History
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1954
    Bronx, New York, June 25, 1954
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  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Joseph John Colarusso is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Joseph John Colarusso is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and United States Supreme Court.
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    Yes, Joseph John Colarusso has a 4.6 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Joseph John Colarusso has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Joseph John Colarusso attended California Western School of Law.