Alexander J. Cuda

Alexander J. Cuda

Needle |Cuda: Divorce and Family Law
  • Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law
  • Connecticut
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Biography

Alexander J. Cuda is a highly respected family and matrimonial law attorney. With numerous published articles and speaking engagements, Alex’s leadership in family law is well-known. He has been named one of the “Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Southern Connecticut” by such organizations as the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (2017). The Connecticut Law Tribune recognized him as a “New Leader in the Law,” in 2014. He has been deemed a “Rising Star” by both SuperLawyers (2012-present) as well as the Connecticut Bar Association Family Law Section (2010-2011). He was honored to receive the Connecticut Bar Association Pro Bono Award (2009) and has a 10 star “superb” featured attorney rating on Avvo. Alex is an experienced negotiator and advocate whether in litigation, mediation, or arbitration. He also provides representation in family and matrimonial appeals. Alex is known for his vigorous advocacy, responsiveness, and personalized representation and understanding of each client’s needs. He handles both custody and financial matters. Alex lives with his family in Fairfield County.

Practice Areas
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    All major credit cards accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Connecticut
State of Connecticut Judicial Branch
ID Number: 423314
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2nd Circuit
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Languages
  • English
Education
Tulane University School of Law
LL.M. (2004) | Law
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Tulane University School of Law
J.D. (2003) | Law
Activities: Moot Court National Appellate Competition Team; Senior Fellow, Legal Research and Writing; Senior Articles Editor, Journal of Law & Sexuality
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Cornell University
B.A. (2000) | Comparative Literature and Latin
Honors: magna cum laude
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Awards
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers - Thomson Reuters
Super Lawyer
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Rising Star
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Rising Star
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Rising Star
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Rising Star
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Rising Star
Super Lawyers -Thomson Reuters
Rising Star
Super Lawyers -Thomson Reuters
Top 10 Family Law Attorney
National Association of Family Law Attorneys
The National Academy of Family Law Attorneys is an organization devoted to recognizing the top family law attorneys in the nation. With over a million attorneys in the United States, choosing the best lawyer is difficult. However, through a stringent selection process, the NAFLA awards the best family law attorneys in each state with our most prestigious honor of being named "TOP 10". The very few attorneys (less than 1%) that are good enough to make our list have demonstrated an extraordinary a
New Leader in the Law
Connecticut Law Tribune
Rising Star
Super Lawyers -Thomson Reuters
Rising Star
Super Lawyers -Thomson Reuters
Pro Bono Award
Connecticut Bar Association
Professional Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Current
Activities: Family Law Section
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Greater Bridgeport Bar Association
Member
Current
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Connecticut Bar Association  # 423314
Member
Current
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Fairfield County Bar Association
Board of Directors
- Current
Activities: Family Law Committee Co-Chair, Bench/Bar Committee Co-Chair, MCLE Committee, Professional Symposium Committee
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Connecticut Bar Association
Executive Committee, Family Law Section
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Activities: Served as Secretary, Treasurer, Amicus and various Committees of Family Law Section.
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Publications
Articles & Publications
“Court Time is Valuable – Don’t Waste It” (with Jacob Pyetranker)
Connecticut Law Tribune
“Confidentiality Agreements Can Keep Cases Moving” (with Arnold H. Rutkin)
Connecticut Law Tribune
“Connecticut Supreme Court Restricts Alimony, Limits Discretion” (with Arnold H. Rutkin)
Connecticut Law Tribune
A Practical Guide to Divorce in Connecticut
Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.
Speaking Engagements
“Prejudgment Remedies in Family Cases”, Connecticut Bar Asociation
Practice Tips video presentation, Episode #6,
“Taking, Defending, and Utilizing Depositions” (with Christopher McCormack and Adam Blank), Fairfield County Bar Association
“Essentials of Family Law” (with Judge Lynda Munro (ret.), Amy MacNamara, Dara Goings, and Eva DeFranco), Connecticut Bar Asociation
Websites & Blogs
Website
Contact & Map
Needle | Cuda: Divorce and Family Law
830 Post Road East, Suite 301
WESTPORT, CT 06880
Telephone: (203) 557-9500
Fax: (203) 557-9504
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed