Douglas Deane Rudolph

Douglas Deane Rudolph is a criminal defense lawyer and the founder of the Law Office of Douglas D. Rudolph in Wallingford, Connecticut. He defends clients who have been charged with, or are under investigation for, criminal offenses. Douglas handles matters involving DUI and DWI, domestic violence, and other Connecticut criminal charges. His practice focuses on protecting clients’ rights, explaining the legal process, and building defense strategies for people facing serious consequences.

Douglas earned his J.D. from Western New England University School of Law in 2015. He also received a B.A. from Augsburg College in 2007. His education provided a foundation in legal research, advocacy, and practical problem solving. This training supports his ability to analyze criminal charges, evaluate evidence, communicate clearly with clients, and prepare defense strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.

Douglas began his criminal law career in Minnesota in 2016 before moving his practice to Connecticut. He has drawn from experience with the New Haven Public Defender’s Office and the New Haven Legal Association. His background also includes work as co-founder and Policy Director of Young People in Recovery, where he advocated for addiction recovery resources and second-chance policies connected to education, employment, housing, and criminal justice reform.

Douglas Deane Rudolph has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys Top 10 Under 40. He is affiliated with the New Haven Bar Association, the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the National College of DUI Defense, the National Trial Lawyers Association, and the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Douglas combines courtroom experience, client-focused service, and criminal defense knowledge to help clients address difficult legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Douglas D. Rudolph
• Member, New Haven Bar Association
• Member, Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, National College of DUI Defense
• Member, National Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Licensed State

• Connecticut
• Minnesota

Education

• Western New England University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Augsburg College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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