Attorney Jeff Ment He has tried more than 34 cases to verdict, and many more proceedings that were resolved in arbitration and/or mediation. He has served as a mediator and arbitrator and believes that alternative dispute resolution is very important. He is passionate about his clients’ rights, and will fight to ensure that you are informed every step of the way. With an undergraduate degree in management from the University of Connecticut and a Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law, Aattorney Ment is uniquely qualified to handle your legal needs.
Attorney Ment has litigated complex cases both as plaintiff’s counsel and defense counsel. He has handled medical malpractice cases, construction accidents, wrongful death matters, cases involving paraplegia, traumatic brain injuries, professional claims against attorneys and real estate agents and complicated product liability claims.
Attorney Ment has represented over 1,000 law enforcement officers in different parts of Connecticut, including Westport, West Hartford, Middletown, Coventry, New Britain, East Haven, UCONN, and more. He has defended members of the Connecticut State Police, the Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. With nearly 30over 25 years of police practice, Aattorney Ment has assisted law enforcement officials involved in fatal shootings, providing thoughtful legal help to his clients. Other issues he assists police officers with are:
Personal Injury
Workers’ Compensation
Heart & Hypertension
Internal Affairs Investigations
Use of Deadly Force Investigations
Service-Connected Disability
Employment
Real Estate
Estate Planning
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
Dram Shop Claims arising out of being the victim of a drunk driver
As a former sales manager for two airlines, travel agent, and tour guide, Aattorney Ment has practical, hands-on work experience in the travel industry that enables him to effectively represent tour operators, travel agents, motor coach tours and insurers, and hospitality groups in a wide range of cases. From crisis management and travel contracts to compliance with national and international laws, Aattorney Ment’s extensive experience in the travel industry aids him in providing a thorough defense for clients who are facing serious legal consequences.
In addition to for-profit work, Aattorney Ment also routinely handles political asylum cases at the United States Immigration Court. He has successfully helped clients obtain political asylum in extremely difficult situations.
No matter the legal issue you face, Aattorney Jeffrey Ment is here to help. He is prepared to explain your case thoroughly so that you know what is going on every step of the way. He is also ready to listen to you and get your side of the story so he can ensure that no stone goes unturned in developing your defense.
Attorney Jeffrey Ment practices in many different jurisdictions, including the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit as well as the United States District of New York – Southern District.