Richard A. Roberts

Richard A. Roberts, Construction Attorney in Cheshire, Connecticut

Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Employment, and General · 4.4/5 rating from 25 verified client reviews

Senior PartneratNuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.

Cheshire, CT

Practicing construction in Cheshire since 1984.

42+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
25 client reviews
5
Bar admissions

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Richard A. Roberts is a senior partner based in Cheshire, CT. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and General. Richard has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 25 client reviews.

Based in
Cheshire, CT
Experience
over 42 years
Known for
Construction · Employment · General
  • Handles Construction, Employment, and General matters from Cheshire, CT.
  • Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Richard A. Roberts: Richard A. Roberts is a senior partner based in Cheshire, CT. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and General. Richard has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 25 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Richard A. Roberts

Richard concentrates on construction, employment, general, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Cheshire, Connecticut

Richard takes construction 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Cheshire, Connecticut

Richard takes employment 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

General cases in Cheshire, Connecticut

Richard takes general 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Cheshire, Connecticut

Richard takes health care 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Cheshire, Connecticut

Richard takes litigation 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Richard A. Roberts — Over 42 years of Connecticut construction experience

Richard A. Roberts is a senior partner based in Cheshire, CT. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and General. Richard has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 25 client reviews.

Attorney Roberts is a senior partner with Nuzzo & Roberts. His practice is focused in insurance defense, professional liability, contractor liability and product liability. He has tried numerous cases and argued over 15 appeals. He is A-V rated by Martindale Hubbell and has been listed in Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers for the past six years.Attorney Roberts is currently president of the Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association. He is also past-president of the New Haven County Bar Association, has been on its Executive Committee since 2001, and has chaired its Membership and Public Service Committees. He sits on the Civil Justice Commission with all presiding judges of Connecticut's State Courts. He is on the Executive Board of the New Haven Bar Community Foundation and is a fellow of the Connecticut Bar Foundation. He was ABA Young Lawyers Division District Representative and President of the New Haven Young Lawyers. He was awarded Outstanding Big Brother of the Year for enacting a project encouraging attorney volunteers in the Big Brother/Big Sister program.Attorney Roberts received his J.D. in 1983 from the State University of New York at Buffalo, where he was a member of the Moot Court Board, and his B.A. in 1979 from the State University of New York at Binghamton. Attorney Roberts was admitted in Connecticut and New York in 1984, the District Court for the District of Connecticut in 1985, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in 2006, and the Supreme Court of the United States in 2008.Attorney Roberts was a Lecturer in Legal Studies at Quinnipiac College, and speaks frequently on topics including 'Advanced Personal Injury,' 'Personal Injury Settlements,' 'Premises Liability: The Defense Perspective,' 'Most Common Mistakes Made Handling Claims,' 'Nuts and Bolts of Tort Law,' 'Third Party Practice' and 'Preparing and Trying the Automobile Accident Case.' Mr. Roberts presides over private arbitrations and mediations and is a court-appointed arbitrator.Professional Associations and MembershipsNew Haven County Bar Association, President, 2010 - 2011Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association, President 2011-2012, Board of Directors, 2005 - present, Executive Board 2001 - presentConnecticut Bar Association, Executive Board Member, Young Lawyers Section 1988 - 1996American Bar Association, District Representative, Young Lawyers Division, 1991 - 1993New Haven Young Lawyers, President, 1989-1990

Working with Richard on a construction matter

Attorney Roberts is a senior partner with Nuzzo & Roberts. His practice is focused in insurance defense, professional liability, contractor liability and product liability. He has tried numerous cases and argued over 15 appeals. He is A-V rated by Martindale Hubbell and has been listed in Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers for the past six years.Attorney Roberts is currently president of…

Who Richard represents

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, employment, and general matters in Cheshire and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Richard A. Roberts's legal education and bar admissions

  • State University of New York at Buffalo

    J.D. · 1983

  • State University of New York at Binghamton

    B.A. · 1979

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1985 · ACTIVE

  • Connecticut

    1984 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1984 · ACTIVE

Richard studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and B.A. in State University of New York at Binghamton.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo and B.A. in State University of New York at Binghamton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Richard A. Roberts

Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Richard's professional memberships and bar associations

  • New Haven County Bar Association

    Member, Executive Committee, 2001— · membership

  • Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association

    Education Chair, 2000-2001) New Haven Young Lawyers (President, 1989-1990 · membership

Locations

Richard A. Roberts's office in Cheshire

Richard's primary office is at One Town Center, Cheshire, CT, 06410-3150. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Nuzzo & Roberts, L.L.C.

One Town Center

Cheshire, CT 06410-3150

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Richard A. Roberts — 4.4/5 rating from 25 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Cheshire.

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard A. Roberts — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in Cheshire, Connecticut

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Richard

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard A. Roberts

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a construction case?

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

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do construction cases in Connecticut typically take?

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

  • Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Cheshire?

    Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?

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

  • Is Richard accepting new construction clients right now?

    Richard'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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