James Henke, Workers Comp Attorney in Cheshire, Connecticut
Over 19 years of legal practice · 4.8/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews
PartneratNuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.
Cheshire, CT
Practicing workers comp in Cheshire since 2007.
- 19+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 14 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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James Henke is a partner based in Cheshire, CT. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. James has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
- Based in
- Cheshire, CT
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from Cheshire, CT.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About James Henke: James Henke is a partner based in Cheshire, CT. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. James has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by James Henke
James concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Cheshire, Connecticut
James takes workers comp matters in Cheshire, 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 James agrees to represent you.
Biography
About James Henke — Over 19 years of Connecticut workers comp experience
James Henke is a partner based in Cheshire, CT. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. James has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
Attorney Jim Henke is an Associate at Nuzzo & Roberts, LLC. He graduated from the State University of New York at Geneseo in 2003 with a Bachelor's Degree in English. He received his Juris Doctor from the University Of Connecticut School Of Law in 2007. While in law school, Attorney Henke completed internships with the Office of Legal Counsel to the Governor of the State of Connecticut, the United States Postal Service Northeast Law Department, the Connecticut Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, the Connecticut Chief State's Attorney's Office: Asset Forfeiture Bureau, the City of Hartford Corporation Counsel's Office, the Honorable Linda Pearce Prestley, and the Connecticut Attorney General's Environment Department. Before joining the firm, Attorney Henke performed a one year judicial clerkship as a research clerk for the judges of the Connecticut Superior Court.
Attorney Henke was admitted to the Connecticut State Bar in 2007, the New York State Bar in 2008 and the U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, 2013. His practice is focused on defending employers and insurers in Informal, Pre-Formal, and Formal Hearings before the Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission throughout the state. Attorney Henke also specializes in workers' compensation lien subrogation and recovery in the Connecticut Superior Court pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 31-293.
Attorney Henke is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association and its Workers' Compensation section, the New Haven County Bar Association, New Haven Young Lawyers and is a past member of the American Inns of Court, Oliver Ellsworth Chapter.
Professional Associations and MembershipsConnecticut Bar Association
CBA Workers' Compensation Section
New Haven Young Lawyers
Working with James on a workers comp matter
Attorney Jim Henke is an Associate at Nuzzo & Roberts, LLC. He graduated from the State University of New York at Geneseo in 2003 with a Bachelor's Degree in English. He received his Juris Doctor from the University Of Connecticut School Of Law in 2007. While in law school, Attorney Henke completed internships with the Office of Legal Counsel to the Governor of the State of Connecticut, the…
Who James represents
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Cheshire and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
James Henke's legal education and bar admissions
University of Connecticut School of Law
J.D. · 2007
State University of New York College at Geneseo
B.A. · 2003
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2013 · ACTIVE
New York
2008 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
2007 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut School of Law and B.A. in State University of New York College at Geneseo.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of Connecticut School of Law and B.A. in State University of New York College at Geneseo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of James Henke
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
James Henke's office in Cheshire
James's primary office is at One Town Center, Cheshire, CT, 06410-3150. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of James Henke — 4.8/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of James. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Cheshire.
4.8
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How to hire James Henke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James'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; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Cheshire, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp 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. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James Henke
How much does it cost to hire James for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple workers comp 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. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Cheshire?
James 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 — James 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 James?
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. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new workers comp clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Workers Comp attorneys serving Cheshire, Hartford and Stamford in Connecticut
James handles workers comp matters throughout Connecticut. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.
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