Thomas F Upson, Criminal Defense Attorney in Waterbury, Connecticut
Over 57 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury
Supr. Ct. J.
Waterbury, CT
Practicing criminal defense in Waterbury since 1969.
- 57+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Thomas F Upson is a supr. ct. j. based in Waterbury, CT. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Thomas has over 57 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Waterbury, CT
- Experience
- over 57 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Family Law · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury matters from Waterbury, CT.
- Over 57 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Thomas F Upson: Thomas F Upson is a supr. ct. j. based in Waterbury, CT. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Thomas has over 57 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Thomas F Upson
Thomas concentrates on criminal defense, family law, personal injury, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Family Law
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Personal Injury
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Probate
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Workers Comp
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Criminal Defense cases in Waterbury, Connecticut
Thomas takes criminal defense matters in Waterbury, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Waterbury, Connecticut
Thomas takes family law matters in Waterbury, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Waterbury, Connecticut
Thomas takes personal injury matters in Waterbury, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Waterbury, Connecticut
Thomas takes probate matters in Waterbury, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Waterbury, Connecticut
Thomas takes real estate matters in Waterbury, 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 Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Thomas F Upson — Over 57 years of Connecticut criminal defense experience
Thomas F Upson is a supr. ct. j. based in Waterbury, CT. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. Thomas has over 57 years of legal experience.
Thomas F Upson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation and personal injury, probate, domestic relation and family and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Washington and Jefferson College in 1963, and has been licensed for 57 years. Thomas practices in Waterbury, CT.
Working with Thomas on a criminal defense matter
Thomas F Upson is a lawyer practicing workers compensation and personal injury, probate, domestic relation and family and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Washington and Jefferson College in 1963, and has been licensed for 57 years. Thomas practices in Waterbury, CT.
Clients Thomas works with
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, family law, and personal injury matters in Waterbury and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Thomas F Upson's legal education and bar admissions
University of Connecticut School of Law
LL.B. · 1968
Washington and Jefferson College
B.A. · 1963
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1973 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1969 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1969 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at LL.B. in University of Connecticut School of Law and B.A. in Washington and Jefferson College.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed LL.B. in University of Connecticut School of Law and B.A. in Washington and Jefferson College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Thomas F Upson's office in Waterbury
Thomas's primary office is at 52 Holmes Ave, Waterbury, CT, 06710-2412. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Thomas F Upson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Waterbury, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas F Upson
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Waterbury?
Thomas 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 — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Thomas'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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