
Michael Gerard Durham, ADR Attorney in Guilford, Connecticut
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Employment, and Environmental · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratDonahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C.
Guilford, CT
Practicing adr in Guilford since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Michael Gerard Durham is a partner based in Guilford, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Environmental. Michael has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Guilford, CT
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- ADR · Employment · Environmental
- Handles ADR, Employment, and Environmental matters from Guilford, CT.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michael Gerard Durham: Michael Gerard Durham is a partner based in Guilford, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Environmental. Michael has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Guilford
Michael concentrates on adr, employment, environmental, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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Environmental
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Health Care
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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ADR cases in Guilford, Connecticut
Michael takes adr matters in Guilford, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Guilford, Connecticut
Michael takes employment matters in Guilford, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Guilford, Connecticut
Michael takes environmental matters in Guilford, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Guilford, Connecticut
Michael takes health care matters in Guilford, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Guilford, Connecticut
Michael takes insurance matters in Guilford, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michael Gerard Durham, adr attorney serving Guilford
Michael Gerard Durham is a partner based in Guilford, CT. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Environmental. Michael has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews. Michael works from Guilford, Connecticut and takes on adr matters across the region.
Michael Gerard Durham is a lawyer practicing health care law, medical malpractice, negligence law and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Michael practices at Donahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C. in Guilford, CT.
Working with Michael on a adr matter
Michael Gerard Durham is a lawyer practicing health care law, medical malpractice, negligence law and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Michael practices at Donahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C. in Guilford, CT.
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, employment, and environmental matters in Guilford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
University of Connecticut
J.D. · 1982
Dartmouth College
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
2007 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1982 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1982 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut and B.A. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in University of Connecticut and B.A. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Michael's legal honors and published work
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
New Haven County, New London County and Connecticut Bar Associations National Arbitration Forum American Health Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Michael Gerard Durham's office in Guilford
Michael's primary office is at Concept Park, 741 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06437. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Donahue, Durham & Noonan, P.C.
Concept Park, 741 Boston Post Road
Guilford, CT 06437
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Client reviews of Michael Gerard Durham — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Guilford.
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How to hire Michael Gerard Durham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Guilford, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Gerard Durham
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple adr 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Guilford?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new adr clients right now?
Michael'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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