About Walter Charles Bansley

Walter Charles Bansley IV is an attorney specializing in personal injury and criminal law. His practice spans multiple locations in Connecticut, with offices in New Haven, Fairfield, Groton, and Danielson. Licensed to practice in Connecticut, New York, Vermont, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court, Walter brings a wealth of legal expertise to his clients. His firm, Bansley Law Offices, LLC, established in 2004, offers a comprehensive range of services, including insurance, family law, medical malpractice, military law, negligence, premises liability, products liability, real estate, social security, torts, trusts and estates.

Wills. Walter earned his Juris Doctor degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law, graduating magna cum laude and ranking in the top 15% of his class. Prior to his legal education, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from Boston University in 1997. His academic achievements reflect a strong commitment to excellence, which he carries into his legal practice. In addition to his law degree, Walter's background includes military service as a Marine Corps Captain. His deployments took him to various regions, including the Middle East, East Timor, Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Australia, where he developed leadership and critical thinking skills that benefit his clients today.

In his legal career, Walter has handled a diverse array of cases, ranging from drug offenses and robbery to complex murder trials. His proficiency in criminal law has earned him recognition as a board-certified criminal lawyer by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification, an organization accredited by the American Bar Association. Additionally, he was honored as a New England Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2011 and 2012, highlighting his emerging status in the legal community. His commitment to justice and advocacy for his clients is evident in every case he undertakes. Walter also contributes to the legal field as an educator, teaching courses in Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Mock Trial at the university level. This role allows him to share his extensive knowledge and experience with the next generation of legal professionals.

His involvement in academia shows his dedication to the law and his desire to inspire others. Furthermore, he is an active member of the Vermont State Bar, participating in various legal proceedings, including serving as a defendant in a notable case before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in 2019. For those seeking legal assistance, Walter's offices are conveniently located: the New Haven Office at 265 Orange Street, New Haven, CT 06510; the Fairfield Office at 1100 Kings Highway East, Suite 3B, Fairfield, CT 06824; the Groton Office at 317 Long Hill Road, Groton, CT 06430; and the Danielson Office at 113 School Street, Danielson, CT 06239. For more information or to schedule a consultation, you can contact his New Haven office at (203) 776-1900. Walter Charles Bansley IV continues to serve his clients with integrity and dedication, ensuring they receive the best legal representation possible.

Accepted Jurisdictions

Vermont
Connecticut
2nd Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court
New York

Court Admissions

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2014
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 2014

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Criminal Law

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appeal

Certifications & Awards

Criminal Trial Advocate

National Board of Legal Specialty Certification

Office Locations

Main Office

 265 Orange Street New Haven CT 06510

Office 2

 1100 Kings Highway East Suite 3B Fairfield CT 06824

Office 3

 317 Long Hill Road Groton CT 06430

Office 4

 113 School Street Danielson CT 06239