Felice Duffy

Felice Duffy is a top-rated civil rights attorney based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Duffy Law, LLC. With over two decades of legal experience, she is known for her dedication to protecting the rights of individuals facing legal challenges.

Felice earned her J.D., summa cum laude, from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 1999. Her academic achievements were recognized with several awards, including the Martin B. Margulies Civil & Political Rights Award and the Outstanding Woman Law Graduate Award. Felice holds a Ph.D. and an M.A. in Education (Sport Psychology) from the University of Connecticut. She also earned a B.A. in Psychology from the same institution, further enriching her interdisciplinary knowledge base.

Felice began her legal career as a law clerk to Judge Stefan R. Underhill in the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut, gaining firsthand experience with both criminal and civil cases. She then served as a litigation associate at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York and Zeldes, Needle & Cooper PC in Connecticut, building deep experience in white-collar criminal defense, regulatory compliance, and complex commercial litigation.

In 2005, Felice joined the U.S. Attorney’s Office as an Assistant United States Attorney. During her tenure, she handled various criminal investigations, including cases involving fraud, drugs, and firearms. Her role frequently brought her to federal court, where she led numerous trials, further establishing her as a skilled litigator.

As the Re-Entry and Community Outreach Coordinator, Felice played a pivotal role in organizing initiatives addressing gang violence prevention, post-incarceration reintegration, and race bias in law enforcement.

Felice Duffy’s extensive legal experience and dedication to civil rights have made her a formidable advocate, ensuring her client’s rights are protected against powerful institutions. Her professional approach and deep legal knowledge have solidified her reputation as a leading civil rights attorney.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Nesenoff & Miltenberg, LLP
• Member, State of Connecticut
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association
• Member, Federal Bar Council
• Member, Greater Bridgeport Bar Association
• Member, New Haven County Bar Association
• Member, CT Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Raymond E. Baldwin Inns of Court

Licensed State

• Connecticut

Education

• Quinnipiac University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Connecticut, Storrs, Connecticut
  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
  Master of Arts (M.A.)
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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