Why Ruane DUI & Criminal Defense Attorneys is the Best Connecticut Criminal Lawyer for You

Why Us for Criminal Defense

At Ruane DUI & Criminal Defense Attorneys, we don’t dabble in criminal defense — we dominate it. If the government is coming after your freedom, your job, or your reputation, you can’t afford to take chances. You need veteran trial lawyers who know how to hit back.

Put Us to The Test

How Many Criminal Defense Cases Have You Handled in Connecticut?

Ruane DUI & Criminal Defense Attorneys has been a criminal defense firm in Connecticut for over two decades. Our lawyers have been practicing criminal defense law for even longer. In that time, we’ve handled thousands of criminal defense cases throughout the state.

What’s Your Experience with the Court Where My Case Will Be Heard?

Our attorneys handle cases in every courthouse in Connecticut. We have relationships with court clerks, law enforcement, judges, and prosecutors throughout the state. We have handled hundreds of cases in each courthouse in Connecticut and are well equipped to handle yours.

What are the Potential Outcomes For My Specific Situation?

We can give you a better understanding of what you could face given your specific situation after we meet with you, but some potential outcomes include dismissal of your case, negotiations with the prosecution, and taking your case to trial. Penalty-wise, you may face probation, jail time, fines, and other consequences. It all depends on your specific situation – call us and we can review your case.

What’s Your Fee Structure?

Our initial consultation is always free. If you choose to hire us, we always charge a flat fee. This way, you will always know the cost upfront and there are no surprises. No sneaky hourly billing here.

Jim Ruane: The Criminal Defense Authority in Connecticut

Attorney Jim Ruane is one of Connecticut’s most respected and aggressive criminal defense lawyers. He’s not just a name on the door — he’s a nationally recognized expert who’s trained other lawyers, authored books, and built a reputation for dismantling the State’s case piece by piece. One of the few Certified Criminal Specialists in Connecticut, he has spent over 50 years fighting for our clients and training the next generation of lawyers.

Leaders Who Set the Standard

This isn’t some fly-by-night operation. Our partners have received multiple awards and have served as Presidents of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association — the top criminal defense lawyers in the state trust us to lead the way. Criminal defense is our bread and butter – it’s what we do, and we will do it to the best of our abilities for you.

Veteran Trial Lawyers With Real Results

We’ve spent decades in courtrooms across Connecticut defending people just like you. We know the law, we know the judges, and we know how to expose weakness in the prosecution’s case. We don’t back down — we go to war for our clients.

1,000+ Reviews. 4.9 Stars. Zero B.S.

Our clients speak loud and clear. With over 1,000 reviews and a 4.9-star average, we’ve earned trust by delivering results. Don’t take our word for it — take theirs.

We Wrote the Book on Beating Charges

Literally. Our lawyers have authored multiple books on Connecticut criminal law and defense strategies. While other attorneys are reading our playbook — we’re writing the next chapter. Check out our books online:

Every Courthouse. Every Crime.

From Bridgeport to Hartford to New London — we show up ready to win. Felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs, assaults — no matter the charge, we fight like it’s our own name on the line.

Don’t hire a generalist. Don’t hire a pretender.

Hire the criminal defense firm that other lawyers call when they’re in trouble.