Tara Leigh Knight

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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Fairfield University, B.A., 1987
Law School Attended:
Suffolk University School of Law, J.D., 1990
Year of First Admission:
1990
Admission:
1990, Connecticut; U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit; U.S. Supreme Court
ISLN:
905813347

Areas of Practice (2)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Personal Injury

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (15 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/28/14 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 07/28/14 in Criminal Law

    Attorney Knight is a great trial attorney, but is also a gifted negotiator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 07/22/14 in Criminal Defense

    One of the best defense attorneys in the state.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/21/14 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/21/14 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/21/14 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/20/14 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/20/14 in Criminal Defense

    Tara is one of the top criminal attorneys in Connecticut. I have had the opportunity over the years to observe Tara in the courtroom and have appeared in cases in both state and federal court representing co-defendants. Her legal knowledge and tech... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/20/14 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 07/14/14 in Criminal Law

    I have known Attorney Knight since she first started practicing law and I was a prosecutor. I have always found her capable, knowledgeable, and well prepared. She has gained legal and trial experience over the years. She is one of the top trial lawye... Read more

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Lawyers Client Review
4.7/5.0 (3 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

I was facing several felonies when I retained Tara to represent me. She did an outstanding job. Tara kept me completely informed throughout the entire process, met with me several times outside of co...

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