Andrew E. Wallace

Top rated Workers' Compensation attorney in Bridgeport, Connecticut

Jacobs & Wallace, PLLC
Andrew E. Wallace
Jacobs & Wallace, PLLC

Practice Areas: Workers' Compensation, Personal Injury; view more

Licensed in Connecticut since: 2009

Education: New England Law | Boston

Selected to Rising Stars: 2016 - 2022
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Jacobs & Wallace, PLLC

1087 Broad St
Suite 400
Bridgeport, CT 06604 Visit website

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A Newton, Massachusetts, native, Andrew E. Wallace is an attorney at the law firm of Jacobs & Wallace, PLLC, helping clients in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Primarily focusing on personal injury and workers' compensation, he offers guidance to individuals who have sustained injuries or illnesses resulting from workplace accidents. He offers his services in a variety of industries, including delivery services, health care, grocery stores and construction in counties such as Bridgeport, New Haven, Shelton and Fairfield. 

With an emphasis on advocating for injured workers, Mr. Wallace provides valuable counsel and support throughout their legal journey. He further handles cases involving auto accidents, pedestrian and bicycle accidents, injuries resulting from slips and falls, and wrongful death.

In 2008, Mr. Wallace graduated from New England Law | Boston, earning his Juris Doctor. Before that, he attended Providence College, where he received a Bachelor of Science in business management in 2005. He embarked on his legal career after completing law school, joining a prominent personal injury firm in Connecticut. 

For over six years, Mr. Wallace gained valuable experience in handling a wide range of civil litigation and workers' compensation cases. In 2015, he took the next step in his professional journey by establishing his own law practice known as the Law Office of Andrew E. Wallace. Later, he merged his successful practice with that of his former mentor and friend, attorney Jacobs, forming the renowned firm Jacobs & Wallace, PLLC.

Mr. Wallace takes a practical approach to every case he handles. He is committed to helping those who have suffered injuries due to the negligent actions of other people or businesses recover the compensation they deserve. He has achieved several verdicts/settlements in workers’ compensation as a result of his hard work and determination.

Drawing on the experience he gained, Mr. Wallace guides his clients through the legal process, aggressively defending their rights. He is admitted to practice law in the states of Connecticut and Massachusetts, as well as before the Supreme Court of the United States. 

Dedicated to giving back to the community, Mr. Wallace is a member of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice. Moreover, he actively volunteers for numerous charitable organizations, such as Habitat for Humanity, Bridgeport Rescue Mission and the Connecticut Food Bank. Also, he lends his support to causes like the Breast Cancer Emergency Fund and has shown unwavering support during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Acknowledged for his commendable achievements and services, Mr. Wallace has earned many positive reviews as well as peer endorsements on Avvo and has a “Superb” rating on the platform. He has also been named to The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 list. Additionally, he has been an esteemed speaker at the Connecticut Trial Lawyers' Workers' Compensation seminar.  

Practice areas

Workers' Compensation: Claimant, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff

Focus areas

Animal Bites, Construction Accident, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death

First Admitted: 2008, Massachusetts

Professional Webpage: https://jwlawct.com/team-members/andrew-e-wallace/

Bar/Professional Activity:
  • State of Connecticut, 2009
  • State of Massachusetts, 2008
  • Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, Member
  • U.S. Supreme Court, 2014
Verdicts/Settlements (Case Results):
  • Orzech v Giacco Oil Claimant was injured at work when he slipped and fell delivering oil. His doctor referred him for a knee replacement surgery, however, the insurance company sought a trial on this issue.  Unfortunately, Mr. Orzech fell into a deep depression from his pain and sadly took his own life.  After seven Formal Hearing sessions, the claim was found compensable by the Compensation Commissioner and was Affirmed on appeal to the CRB., 2019
Honors/Awards:
  • Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, & 2021, Attorney/Owner, Superlawyers.com
  • The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40
Educational Background:
  • Providence College, Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management

Office location for Andrew E. Wallace

1087 Broad St
Suite 400
Bridgeport, CT 06604

Phone: 203-896-4929

Selections

7 Years Rising Stars
  • Rising Stars: 2016 - 2022

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