Gavan Meehan, Appellate Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut

Gavan concentrates on appellate, business, consumer, criminal defense, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gavan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Gavan's primary office is at 280 Trumbull Street, 22nd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Gavan for a appellate case?

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

• Does Gavan offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in Connecticut typically take?

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

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

  Gavan 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 — Gavan 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 Gavan?

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

• Is Gavan accepting new appellate clients right now?

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