
Alice E Detora, Employment Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Health Care · 3.8/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratRobinson & Cole LLP
Hartford, CT
Practicing employment in Hartford since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 3.8 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Alice E Detora is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Alice has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robinson & Cole LLP. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Hartford, CT
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Health Care
- Handles Employment, General, and Health Care matters from Hartford, CT.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Alice E Detora: Alice E Detora is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Alice has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robinson & Cole LLP. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alice takes on
Alice concentrates on employment, general, health care, immigration, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alice handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Alice 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 Alice agrees to represent you.
General cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Alice 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 Alice agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Alice takes health care 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 Alice agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Alice takes immigration 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 Alice agrees to represent you.
International cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Alice takes international 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 Alice agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alice E Detora — employment lawyer in Hartford
Alice E Detora is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Health Care. Alice has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robinson & Cole LLP. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Alice E Detora is a lawyer practicing nonprofit organizations, counseling, compliance and 11 other areas of law. Alice received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 42 years. Alice practices at Robinson & Cole LLP in Hartford, CT.
Working with Alice on a employment matter
Alice E Detora is a lawyer practicing nonprofit organizations, counseling, compliance and 11 other areas of law. Alice received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 42 years. Alice practices at Robinson & Cole LLP in Hartford, CT.
Clients Alice works with
Alice reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and health care matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Vermont Law School J.D. magna cum laude Law Review
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Michigan State University B.A. with high honors
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Jurisdictions
Alice's state bar admissions
Connecticut U.S. Dis
1984 · ACTIVE
Alice studied at — in Vermont Law School J.D. magna cum laude Law Review and — in Michigan State University B.A. with high honors.
Law school and academic background
Alice completed — in Vermont Law School J.D. magna cum laude Law Review and — in Michigan State University B.A. with high honors. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alice runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alice has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Alice's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations Connecticut Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section
1990 - present) Connecticut Business & Industry Association (1995 - present) Connecticut Immigration Lawyers Association (1988 - present) American Bar Association Section of Labor and Employment Law (1990 - present) American Immigration Lawyers Associatio · membership
Locations
Alice E Detora's office in Hartford
Alice's primary office is at 280 Trumbull Street, Hartford, CT, 06103-3597. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Alice E Detora — 3.8/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Alice. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Hartford.
3.8
2 client reviews
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How to hire Alice E Detora — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alice usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alice charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alice'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; Alice 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 Alice
Alice 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. Alice confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alice'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 Alice E Detora
How much does it cost to hire Alice for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alice walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alice offer a free consultation?
Alice charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alice's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Alice'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. Alice gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alice take my case if I'm outside Hartford?
Alice 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 — Alice 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 Alice?
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. Alice will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alice accepting new employment clients right now?
Alice'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
Alice 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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