
Fatima Lahnin, IP Attorney in New Haven, Connecticut
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice
PartneratCarmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP
New Haven, CT
Practicing ip in New Haven since 2001.
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Fatima Lahnin is a partner based in New Haven, CT. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Fatima has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP.
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- New Haven, CT
- Experience
- over 25 years
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- IP · Litigation · Medical Malpractice
- Handles IP, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice matters from New Haven, CT.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Fatima Lahnin: Fatima Lahnin is a partner based in New Haven, CT. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Fatima has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Fatima Lahnin
Fatima concentrates on ip, litigation, medical malpractice, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Fatima handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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IP cases in New Haven, Connecticut
Fatima takes ip matters in New Haven, 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 Fatima agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New Haven, Connecticut
Fatima takes litigation matters in New Haven, 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 Fatima agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in New Haven, Connecticut
Fatima takes medical malpractice matters in New Haven, 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 Fatima agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in New Haven, Connecticut
Fatima takes patent matters in New Haven, 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 Fatima agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Fatima Lahnin — Over 25 years of Connecticut ip experience
Fatima Lahnin is a partner based in New Haven, CT. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. Fatima has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP.
Fatima Lahnin is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, litigation, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law. Fatima received a B.A. degree from Connecticut State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years. Fatima practices at Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP in New Haven, CT and 1 other location.
Fatima's approach to ip cases
Fatima Lahnin is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, litigation, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law. Fatima received a B.A. degree from Connecticut State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years. Fatima practices at Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP in New Haven, CT and 1 other location.
The kind of cases Fatima takes
Fatima reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, litigation, and medical malpractice matters in New Haven and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Fatima Lahnin's legal education and bar admissions
Northeastern University School of Law
J.D. · 2001
Connecticut State University
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Fatima's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
2013 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2007 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
2001 · ACTIVE
Fatima studied at J.D. in Northeastern University School of Law and B.A. in Connecticut State University.
Law school and academic background
Fatima completed J.D. in Northeastern University School of Law and B.A. in Connecticut State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Fatima runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Fatima's professional memberships and bar associations
Connecticut and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
Fatima Lahnin's office in New Haven
Fatima's primary office is at 195 Church Street, New Haven, CT, 06509-1950. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, LLP
195 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06509-1950
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How to hire Fatima Lahnin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Fatima usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Fatima charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fatima'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; Fatima will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in New Haven, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Fatima
Fatima discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Fatima confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Fatima's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Fatima Lahnin
How much does it cost to hire Fatima for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Fatima walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Fatima offer a free consultation?
Fatima charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Fatima's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Fatima's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple ip 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. Fatima gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Fatima take my case if I'm outside New Haven?
Fatima 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 — Fatima 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 Fatima?
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. Fatima will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Fatima accepting new ip clients right now?
Fatima's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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