Eric Hard
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With over 35 years of experience, Eric is a seasoned attorney specializing in individual, family, and business law, serving clients nationwide. Known for his friendly and personalized approach, Eric earns clients' trust through his professional diligence and thorough attention to detail in every case.
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Empowering Clients Through Legal Excellence: Eric Hard at Cohen, Burns, Hard & Paul Law Office in West Hartford, CT
AREAS OF LAW
- Contract Disputes
- Construction and Mechanic’s Lien Law
BIO
Eric Hard, Esq., is a distinguished attorney with over three decades of experience in the legal field. He was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in 1986, the Washington, DC Bar in 1988, the Connecticut Bar in 1990, and the United States Supreme Court Bar in 2018.
Eric earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Michigan Law School in 1986, followed by a Master of Science degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism in 1987. He received his B.A. from Vassar College in 1982.
Before joining Cohen Burns Hard & Paul, Eric worked in the Midwest with migrant farmworkers, in California with indigenous Americans, in Washington DC on civil rights, and on consumer advocacy as a “Nader’s Raider” on Capitol Hill.
With a diverse legal practice, Eric’s areas of concentration include general litigation, real estate, personal injury, contract disputes, construction and mechanic’s lien law, commercial law, and criminal law. His broad experience and generalist approach allow him to provide effective legal representation to clients facing a wide range of legal challenges. With an emphasis on humane dispute resolution, he counsels clients on cost-effective approaches to disputes, including, where appropriate, negotiation rather than litigation.
Eric has authored various articles and interviews, and he has appeared as a guest on Fox 61 News, where he has provided opinions and information to help audiences better understand the legal implications of trending situations.
Education & Professional Milestones
With extensive experience spanning multiple legal fields such as litigation, real estate, and personal injury, Eric Hard is a seasoned attorney known for his strategic approach and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients. His track record of success and dedication to excellence make him a trusted advocate in the legal community.
Admitted to Supreme Court Bar
Admitted to Connecticut Bar
Admitted to Washington, DC Bar
MS Degree, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
Admitted to Massachusetts Bar
Juris Doctor Degree, University of Michigan Law School
BA Degree, Vassar College
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