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James R. Hardy II
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James R. Hardy II

4.9
399 reviews

611 Access Road Floor 3, Stratford, CT 06615 + 1 location

DUI Law, Divorce Law, Family Law and 15 more

About James R. Hardy II

Attorney James R. Hardy II is the Founder and Managing Partner of Hardy Law Group, LLC. Prior to finding Hardy Law Group in 2012, Attorney Hardy served the residents of the State of Maryland by working for the State's Attorney Office for Prince George's County, MD in the Homicide Division. It was there where he helped strengthen the legal justice system by focusing on internal objectives and policies that led to crime rate deterrence and reduction. Attorney Hardy proudly served his country for eleven years as a military enlisted member in both the U.S. Army and Air Force. He has performed duty at a variety of different locations and has taken the honor of earning the Army Achievement Medal. Attorney Hardy now brings his legal experience, high ethics and legal knowledge to Hardy Law Group. He has been praised by clients for being thorough, efficient, proactive, knowledgeable and sensitive to client needs. Attorney Hardy maintains strong ties to the community throughout the Fairfield County and is a frequent guest speaker and lecturer on family law issues and bankruptcy topic

 

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James R. Hardy II got this award in 2021

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DUI/DWI
Posted by Sam
November 14, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Attorney Hardy is very personable, he looked into my case and assured me I was going to be just fine in the end. When I thought it was all over for me, he brought light and trust for me. I can’t recommend him enough, he will fight for you till sundown.

Criminal Law
Posted by Alyssa
November 12, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Working with James hardy was very easy and he was so thorough with the details of the cade and process that before I knew it there was a bright light at the end of the tunnel! Mr. Hardy reached out to answer questions over the weekend and that is a rare quality to have, he seemed to always go above and beyond putting my mind at ease as he walked me through to the end. I would definitely recommend speaking with Mr. Hardy if you should find yourself needing his assistance,.

 
Divorce
Posted by Conroy
October 29, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Listen to his advice he got your back on the whole case and not over charging you he is more like a person that seek justice for you and make u get a fear decision trust him he got you if you want a good lawyer find Mr hardy base on my experience he is the best

Divorce
Posted by Dee
September 17, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

I want to thank Attorney James for treating my case with genuine empathy and professionalism from the beginning to the end. He is very vast and knowledgeable. He made the whole process seamless for me. He was excellent through it all.

Family Law
Posted by Edwin
August 20, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

I had a lot of options for a lawyer and I made the right choice with James. He was caring, professional and most importantly he got it done. I had trouble with get visitations to my kids and James put my mind at ease. He got me the time I deserved and always kept me informed. Thank you so much James 10/10 would recommend.

Child Custody
Posted by Steph
August 16, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Attorney James Hardy is extremely persistent and very good at what he does. His knowledge of family law and dedication to his clients truly stand out. Throughout my difficult cases and trials, I have been very satisfied with every single one of the cases he handled everything went well because of his persistence and expertise. If it wasn’t for him, I don’t know how I would have handled everything on my own. He is professional, reliable, and always fights to make sure his clients’ voices are heard. Choosing him as my attorney is a decision I will never regret his work has truly lifted my life in so many ways. I highly recommend James Hardy to anyone who needs a strong, committed lawyer.

 
Family Law
Posted by Nishant
August 15, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Working with James was a great experience. He explained everything I needed to know for my case and handled all logistics from filing the motion till verdict was reached. Highly recommend his services and would work with him again.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
August 07, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Words can’t fully express how grateful I am for everything James Hardy ,did for me during one of the most overwhelming times of my life. From our very first conversation, he showed not only deep legal knowledge but genuine care and empathy. James took the time to listen, never judged, and made sure I understood every part of the process clearly and patiently. What truly set Attorney James Hardy apart was their unwavering dedication. They were always available when I had questions or concerns, and consistently went above and beyond to protect my rights and fight for the best outcome. His confidence in court and strategic approach made all the difference and it showed in the result. Because of his commitment, and relentless advocacy, my case ended better than I ever could’ve hoped. If you need a defense attorney who is not only incredibly capable but also truly cares about your future, James Hardy is the one you want on your side.

 
Traffic Violations
Posted by Sandra
August 07, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

I want to express gratitude to Attorney Hardy for helping me with my case and getting it dismissed. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a case. He was very helpful and worked diligently on my case. He is very knowledgeable and understanding when it came time to my case and handling it for me with my busy schedule.

Criminal Law
Posted by Nathaniel
July 17, 2025
Hired Attorney James R. Hardy II

Attorney Hardy is the best lawyer I could have had for my case. My case was a very uphill battle, but Attorney Hardy made sure that I had the best possible outcome. Attorney hardy was patient, honest, and kept me up to date on the situation. Thank you, Attorney Hardy I appreciated working with you. I highly recommend working with Attorney Hardy

 
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Areas of Law

  • Family Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Other 16
    • DUI Law
    • Divorce Law
    • Child Custody Law
    • Child Support Law
    • Domestic Violence Law
    • Drug Crime Law
    • Auto Accident Law
    • Collaborative Law
    • Expungement Law
    • Federal Crime Law
    • Gun Law
    • Mediation Law
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Traffic Law
    • Truck and Semi-Truck Accident Law
    • White Collar Crime Law

Practice Details

  • Languages
    English
  • Payment Information
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    Free initial consultation
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    Offers Video Calls
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    Zoom
    Skype
    FaceTime
  • Firm Information
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    Firm Name
    Hardy Law Group
  • Additional Links
    https://hardylegalct.com/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2011, Connecticut
    2012, Maryland
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Massachusetts School of Law at Darthmouth
    Class of 2010
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Salisbury University
    Class of 2006
    B.S.
  • Military Service
    US Army & US Air Force

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611 Access Road Floor 3Stratford, CT 06615U.S.A.

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450 Church Street, Floor 1Hartford, CT 06606U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    James R. Hardy, II was admitted in 2011 to the State of Connecticut.
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    Yes, James R. Hardy, II is admitted to practice in Connecticut and Maryland.
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    James R. Hardy, II attended University of Massachusetts School of Law at Darthmouth.

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