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Brian William Colistra

Brian William Colistra

 
  • Products Liability, Insurance Defense, Construction Law...
  • Connecticut, New York
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Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
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Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
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Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
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Ethics and Professionalism
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Patrick J. Boyd
Patrick J. Boyd April 28, 2021
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Brian proved to be one of the ablest adversaries I have faced in almost two decades of practice. I admire his skills and polish, and hope very much to work with or against him again as he made me a better lawyer. I recommend him wholeheartedly and without reservation. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Other

Brian was opposing counsel on one matter, and we have conferred on other matters since the trial.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

Brian represented the opposing party in a trial

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Brian was opposing counsel in a trial conducted in 2018.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Brian was one of the most effective trial lawyers I have seen. He was persistent and thorough but managed to keep his examinations sharp enough so that the jury was engaged and not impatient.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Brian was always prepared and conversant on the legal issues at hand. He has the ability to understand the complexities of the law, and yet to simplify the principles of it when conducting a trial. This is, to my mind, a powerful and rare skill.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Brian's legal work was always polished and top notch. His legal work served his client well, and revealed his diligence and intelligence.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Brian was a tremendous advocate at trial. His cross examinations were tough but fair, and resonated with the jury.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Brian's ethics were beyond question, and he was an able opponent with a statesman like ability to negotiate in the midst of the trial battle.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
I my experience an excellent trial attorney can manage most cases presuming they are given the time to master the facts. I'd consider Brian capable of quality work in any civil or criminal matter.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Arbitration
  • Business Advising
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Pro Bono and Community Services
  • Project Management
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Stephen M. Bourtin
Stephen M. Bourtin April 19, 2021
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Brian is an experienced former prosecutor and currently a highly effective and experienced litigator who is aggressive in the advocacy of his clients while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism and ethics. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Other

I litigated a case against Brian and his colleague which went to a jury trial in federal district court that lasted over two weeks. We have since kept in contact and collaborated with regard to other representations and potential clients.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Opposing Client

Our firm litigated a case against a party and Brian served as lead counsel at a jury trial in federal district court.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2017-2018 as opposing counsel, 2019-2021 as colleague
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Brian is a very experienced and skilled litigator and trial attorney.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Brian is a former prosecutor, current litigator and trial attorney who possesses tremendous work ethic and skill in advocating for his clients at trial.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Brian has top notch legal analysis skills. He is well versed in the concepts of evidence and trial practice.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Brian is a skillful advocate and communicator both in and outside the courtroom.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Brian works with the highest degree of professionalism and ethics while advocating aggressively on behalf of his clients.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Commercial litigation, trial advocacy, jury trials.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Arbitration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Litigation
  • Mediation
  • Oral Argument
  • Trials

Brian is an exceptionally skilled and experienced litigator and trial attorney.

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Brian is a highly effective advocate and litigator who is aggressive in the representation of his clients while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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