C. Christian Young

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C. Christian Young: Attorney with Cohen and Wolf, P.C.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Christian is a dedicated litigator, handling a wide variety of criminal and civil matters. His criminal defense practice includes representation of individuals accused of violating state and federal laws ranging from juvenile and student matters, domestic incidents, motor vehicle offenses and controlled substance violations, to assault, embezzlement, trafficking, computer crimes, firearms offenses, and homicide. In matters of personal injury, Christian represents individuals who have suffered injury and loss caused by another’s careless, reckless, or, criminal acts, including motorcycle and motor vehicle accidents, premises defects, negligent supervision, and hazardous conditions. Christian has also represented individuals and corporations in commercial, contract, and complex litigation. In addition, he represents individuals in administrative hearings with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Active in his community, Christian has served two terms on the Ansonia/Milford Grievance Panel (2007-2013). He is currently serving on the Town of Orange Board of Education where he chairs the Buildings and Grounds/Safety and Security Committee and co-chairs the Board’s Policy Committee.

Prior to joining Cohen and Wolf, Christian was a partner in the Law Offices of Young and Riccio.

CREDENTIALS

HONORS & AWARDS

Connecticut Super Lawyers®, Criminal Defense, 2014-2019

Connecticut Super Lawyers® "Top 100 New England Super Lawyers", 2017, 2018

Connecticut Super Lawyers® "Top 50 Connecticut Super Lawyers", 2017, 2018

Martindale Hubbell, AV® Preeminent™ Peer Rating

Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association, "Outstanding Contribution to Criminal Defense", 2017

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

• Gateway Community College

Guest Lecturer, Constitutional Law, 2016-2018

• National Business Institute

Guest Lecturer, Firearms Laws, 2017

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Ansonia/Milford Grievance Panel, 2007-2013

Town of Orange Board of Education

• Buildings and Grounds/Safety and Security Committee, Chair

• Policy Committee, Co-Chair

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Connecticut Bar Association

Fairfield County Bar Association

Greater Bridgeport Bar Association

Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Personal Injury
  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Appellate

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Calvin College, B.A., 1995
Law School Attended:
Quinnipiac University School of Law, J.D., 1998
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Connecticut; 1999, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut; New York
Reported Cases:
Bridgeport Harbour Place I, LLC v. Ganim, 111 Conn. App. 197; 958 A.2d 210; appeal granted by, in part Bridgeport Harbour Place I, LLC v. Ganim, 290 Conn. 906, 2009 Conn. LEXIS 260 (2009); Martinez v. Dept. of Public Safety, 263 Conn. 74, 818 A.2d 758 (2003), superceeding or rehearing en banc, 258 Conn. 680, 784 A.2d 347 (2001); Garcia v. Amaranto, 252 B.R. 595, (Bankr D. Conn. 2000); State v. Dunbar, 51 Conn. App. 313, 721 A.2d 1229 (1998).
ISLN:
914437770

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Fixed Hourly Rates
$300 - $400/hr
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Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (17 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/13/13 in Criminal Defense

    exceptional criminal defense attorney. superior trial skills. well-respected and well like by fellow members of the criminal defense bar, state's attorney's office and the judiciary. highly recommended.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate/Assistant General Counsel on 09/03/13 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/01/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/31/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 08/27/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 08/16/13 in Criminal Defense

    Christian is a knowledged and experienced criminal defense attorney who works vigorously for his clients. He offers zealous representation, which, coupled with his experience in various judicial districts throughout Connecticut, offers clients repre... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 08/15/13 in Criminal Defense

    Extremely intelligent conscientious and knowledgable attorney

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/15/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 08/15/13 in Criminal Law

    Great Lawyer

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/15/13 in Criminal Defense

    I have known Christian in and out of court for years. He exudes professionalism and integrity. I have referred friends and friends of friends to Christian with the full confidence that they will receive his attention to their cases that I would wan... Read more

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