team-member

Cody Guarnieri

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

Cody handles criminal matters throughout Connecticut and southern Massachusetts, as well as in federal courts in both states. He has handled matters in nearly every criminal courthouse in the state of Connecticut and ranging in seriousness from lesser misdemeanors to serious felonies, including sexual assault, bank robbery and murder.In his civil litigation practice, Cody handles complex personal injury and general litigation matters for individuals and small businesses. Cody aggressively pursues claims and lawsuits for individuals who were injured because of someone else, whether it be another driver, a doctor, a property owner, or the manufacturer or seller of a dangerously defective product. Cody has brought class action lawsuits on behalf of consumers, employees and others, including one of the first nationwide class action lawsuits against Volkswagen based on the defective clean diesel “TDI” line of automobiles and class actions on behalf of employees discriminated against for exercising their rights under the Connecticut Palliative Use of Marijuana Act.Cody also litigates business disputes for individuals and small businesses, including those related to breach of contract claims, shareholder, partnership and LLC agreement disputes, allegations of fraud or misconduct, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and various other business-related claims.In his administrative practice Cody counsels clients in dealing with administrative agencies for professional and occupational licensing issues, including with the Department of Public Health, Connecticut Medical Examining Board, Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing, Department of Developmental Services, Department of Consumer Protection, Department of Children and Families, State Elections Enforcement Commission and others. Cody regularly works with investigatory and disciplinary staff at the many boards, commissions and agencies of the State of Connecticut.In 2021 Cody was awarded the Judge Maxwell Heiman Memorial Award by the Hartford County Bar Association, awarded to an attorney who exemplifies the high standards of service to the profession, ethics, scholarship and devotion to clients. He was named a “New Leader in the Law” by the Connecticut Law Tribune in 2016. Cody is also a Presidential Fellow Emeritus of the Connecticut Bar Association and is currently serves as the vice-chair of the Criminal Justice Section. Cody also serves on the Board of Directors and as co-chair of the Criminal Justice Committee of the Hartford County Bar Association and was recently nominated and elected as a fellow of the Connecticut Bar Foundation, for which he is the Chair of the James W. Cooper Fellow Roundtables Program. Cody is also a fellow of the American Bar Foundation.Cody was listed as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” in Connecticut from 2015 to the present and has been Lead Counsel Rated in Criminal Defense since 2014. Cody is also a member of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice and the Litigation Section, Administrative Law Section and Lawyer Wellbeing Committee of the Connecticut Bar Association. He has also been invited to speak at seminars and panels, including the annual meeting of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Connecticut Bar Association’s Connecticut Legal Conference as well as at continuing legal education programs held by the CBA and other organizations.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Personal Injury

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

100 Pearl StreetSecond FloorHartford, CT, 06103

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
December 4, 2019

I retained Cody Guarnieri in November to resolve an issue with the Department of Consumer Protection. Throughout the whole process, Cody was extremely responsive to any questions and concerns that I had. He explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand for someone not familiar with the situation. Ultimately, he ended up achieving a very desirable outcome for me. I would not hesitate to use Cody again with any situation that arises and would gladly refer him to any friends or family that would benefit from his representation.

anonymous
October 29, 2019

I’m a medical Social Worker from UCONN HEALTH i Farmington. Attorney Guarnieri actually returned my phone call within in 10 minutes concerning our mutual client. This NEVER happens with lawyers! He’s compassionate, caring & has such a passion for clients in fear of losing their licenses through DPH. In the 28 years i’ve been in practice, i have never had a lawyer return my call, especially within 10 minutes. He’s knowledgable, funny and supports his clients & their medical teams 100%.

anonymous
April 6, 2019

I can’t speak highly enough for Cody Guarnieri and would recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney. He was successful is providing the best possible disposition for my difficult case. Cody is a very professional, attention oriented and zealous attorney that is highly competent with suburb knowledge of the law. If I were ever in another bind I would call Cody without hesitation.

anonymous
July 17, 2018

Cody was personable and professional. He is extremely reliable and responsive too. If I should ever make a mistake that bubbles up to needing a criminal defense attorney (I hope I don’t) I won’t hesitate to call him.

anonymous
March 26, 2018

Cody was fantastic. His attention to detail and overall understanding of my situation were impeccable. Informative and kind throughout the entire process. He answered all of my inquiries, and got back to me almost immediately if he was with another client. Basically, you won't find anyone else that can do the right job for you. Thank you, again Cody!

anonymous
September 21, 2017

Cody did an outstanding job representing me in a DUI case. At our initial meeting, he explained the whole process, was responsive to my questions through all phases of the court proceedings and greatly aided me in obtaining a result that will cause the least disruption in my life as a result of my mistake. I highly recommend Cody should you need representation on a DUI or in other areas of the law such as criminal law, personal injury, automobile accidents, workers’ compensation or medical malpractice.

Pete
September 11, 2017

Cody was my attorney for a DUI case I was involved in last year. This was first time working with Cody. Throughout the entire process Cody was very helpful and understanding during an obviously stressful time in my life. Cody and his team always communicated clearly and in a timely fashion. They were always just a call or email away and I was never left wondering what the status of my case was. In court Cody was able to work with the prosecutor and judge to ensure that I received the best possible outcome for my case. Cody is not only a great lawyer but a great person as well. I highly recommend Cody and his team.

anonymous
April 14, 2017

I hired Cody Guarnieri to help me with a legal case for my teenage son. Throughout the entire process, we felt like we were in good hands and even though the situation was very intimidating, he made my son feel comfortable. Cody’s knowledge and expertise of the options available, helped my son get the outcome we were looking for. We are very grateful for all of his assistance and would highly recommend Cody.

anonymous
March 28, 2016

Cody went above and beyond to get me a favorable disposition in my case. He took what was looking like a couple years through the court system to one year with the prosecutor throwing the case out.

anonymous
May 6, 2015

It was a pleasure having Attorney Guarnieri represent me in criminal court. I had never been arrested before and I was extremely nervous. He was quite reassuring and explained all the necessary steps I needed to take.

anonymous
December 4, 2019

I retained Cody Guarnieri in November to resolve an issue with the Department of Consumer Protection. Throughout the whole process, Cody was extremely responsive to any questions and concerns that I had. He explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand for someone not familiar with the situation. Ultimately, he ended up achieving a very desirable outcome for me. I would not hesitate to use Cody again with any situation that arises and would gladly refer him to any friends or family that would benefit from his representation.

anonymous
October 29, 2019

I’m a medical Social Worker from UCONN HEALTH i Farmington. Attorney Guarnieri actually returned my phone call within in 10 minutes concerning our mutual client. This NEVER happens with lawyers! He’s compassionate, caring & has such a passion for clients in fear of losing their licenses through DPH. In the 28 years i’ve been in practice, i have never had a lawyer return my call, especially within 10 minutes. He’s knowledgable, funny and supports his clients & their medical teams 100%.

anonymous
April 6, 2019

I can’t speak highly enough for Cody Guarnieri and would recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney. He was successful is providing the best possible disposition for my difficult case. Cody is a very professional, attention oriented and zealous attorney that is highly competent with suburb knowledge of the law. If I were ever in another bind I would call Cody without hesitation.

anonymous
July 17, 2018

Cody was personable and professional. He is extremely reliable and responsive too. If I should ever make a mistake that bubbles up to needing a criminal defense attorney (I hope I don’t) I won’t hesitate to call him.

anonymous
March 26, 2018

Cody was fantastic. His attention to detail and overall understanding of my situation were impeccable. Informative and kind throughout the entire process. He answered all of my inquiries, and got back to me almost immediately if he was with another client. Basically, you won't find anyone else that can do the right job for you. Thank you, again Cody!

anonymous
September 21, 2017

Cody did an outstanding job representing me in a DUI case. At our initial meeting, he explained the whole process, was responsive to my questions through all phases of the court proceedings and greatly aided me in obtaining a result that will cause the least disruption in my life as a result of my mistake. I highly recommend Cody should you need representation on a DUI or in other areas of the law such as criminal law, personal injury, automobile accidents, workers’ compensation or medical malpractice.

Pete
September 11, 2017

Cody was my attorney for a DUI case I was involved in last year. This was first time working with Cody. Throughout the entire process Cody was very helpful and understanding during an obviously stressful time in my life. Cody and his team always communicated clearly and in a timely fashion. They were always just a call or email away and I was never left wondering what the status of my case was. In court Cody was able to work with the prosecutor and judge to ensure that I received the best possible outcome for my case. Cody is not only a great lawyer but a great person as well. I highly recommend Cody and his team.

anonymous
April 14, 2017

I hired Cody Guarnieri to help me with a legal case for my teenage son. Throughout the entire process, we felt like we were in good hands and even though the situation was very intimidating, he made my son feel comfortable. Cody’s knowledge and expertise of the options available, helped my son get the outcome we were looking for. We are very grateful for all of his assistance and would highly recommend Cody.

anonymous
March 28, 2016

Cody went above and beyond to get me a favorable disposition in my case. He took what was looking like a couple years through the court system to one year with the prosecutor throwing the case out.

anonymous
May 6, 2015

It was a pleasure having Attorney Guarnieri represent me in criminal court. I had never been arrested before and I was extremely nervous. He was quite reassuring and explained all the necessary steps I needed to take.

anonymous
December 4, 2019

I retained Cody Guarnieri in November to resolve an issue with the Department of Consumer Protection. Throughout the whole process, Cody was extremely responsive to any questions and concerns that I had. He explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand for someone not familiar with the situation. Ultimately, he ended up achieving a very desirable outcome for me. I would not hesitate to use Cody again with any situation that arises and would gladly refer him to any friends or family that would benefit from his representation.

anonymous
October 29, 2019

I’m a medical Social Worker from UCONN HEALTH i Farmington. Attorney Guarnieri actually returned my phone call within in 10 minutes concerning our mutual client. This NEVER happens with lawyers! He’s compassionate, caring & has such a passion for clients in fear of losing their licenses through DPH. In the 28 years i’ve been in practice, i have never had a lawyer return my call, especially within 10 minutes. He’s knowledgable, funny and supports his clients & their medical teams 100%.

anonymous
April 6, 2019

I can’t speak highly enough for Cody Guarnieri and would recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney. He was successful is providing the best possible disposition for my difficult case. Cody is a very professional, attention oriented and zealous attorney that is highly competent with suburb knowledge of the law. If I were ever in another bind I would call Cody without hesitation.

anonymous
July 17, 2018

Cody was personable and professional. He is extremely reliable and responsive too. If I should ever make a mistake that bubbles up to needing a criminal defense attorney (I hope I don’t) I won’t hesitate to call him.

anonymous
March 26, 2018

Cody was fantastic. His attention to detail and overall understanding of my situation were impeccable. Informative and kind throughout the entire process. He answered all of my inquiries, and got back to me almost immediately if he was with another client. Basically, you won't find anyone else that can do the right job for you. Thank you, again Cody!

anonymous
September 21, 2017

Cody did an outstanding job representing me in a DUI case. At our initial meeting, he explained the whole process, was responsive to my questions through all phases of the court proceedings and greatly aided me in obtaining a result that will cause the least disruption in my life as a result of my mistake. I highly recommend Cody should you need representation on a DUI or in other areas of the law such as criminal law, personal injury, automobile accidents, workers’ compensation or medical malpractice.

Pete
September 11, 2017

Cody was my attorney for a DUI case I was involved in last year. This was first time working with Cody. Throughout the entire process Cody was very helpful and understanding during an obviously stressful time in my life. Cody and his team always communicated clearly and in a timely fashion. They were always just a call or email away and I was never left wondering what the status of my case was. In court Cody was able to work with the prosecutor and judge to ensure that I received the best possible outcome for my case. Cody is not only a great lawyer but a great person as well. I highly recommend Cody and his team.

anonymous
April 14, 2017

I hired Cody Guarnieri to help me with a legal case for my teenage son. Throughout the entire process, we felt like we were in good hands and even though the situation was very intimidating, he made my son feel comfortable. Cody’s knowledge and expertise of the options available, helped my son get the outcome we were looking for. We are very grateful for all of his assistance and would highly recommend Cody.

anonymous
March 28, 2016

Cody went above and beyond to get me a favorable disposition in my case. He took what was looking like a couple years through the court system to one year with the prosecutor throwing the case out.

anonymous
May 6, 2015

It was a pleasure having Attorney Guarnieri represent me in criminal court. I had never been arrested before and I was extremely nervous. He was quite reassuring and explained all the necessary steps I needed to take.

anonymous
December 4, 2019

I retained Cody Guarnieri in November to resolve an issue with the Department of Consumer Protection. Throughout the whole process, Cody was extremely responsive to any questions and concerns that I had. He explained everything in a manner that was easy to understand for someone not familiar with the situation. Ultimately, he ended up achieving a very desirable outcome for me. I would not hesitate to use Cody again with any situation that arises and would gladly refer him to any friends or family that would benefit from his representation.

anonymous
October 29, 2019

I’m a medical Social Worker from UCONN HEALTH i Farmington. Attorney Guarnieri actually returned my phone call within in 10 minutes concerning our mutual client. This NEVER happens with lawyers! He’s compassionate, caring & has such a passion for clients in fear of losing their licenses through DPH. In the 28 years i’ve been in practice, i have never had a lawyer return my call, especially within 10 minutes. He’s knowledgable, funny and supports his clients & their medical teams 100%.

anonymous
April 6, 2019

I can’t speak highly enough for Cody Guarnieri and would recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney. He was successful is providing the best possible disposition for my difficult case. Cody is a very professional, attention oriented and zealous attorney that is highly competent with suburb knowledge of the law. If I were ever in another bind I would call Cody without hesitation.

anonymous
July 17, 2018

Cody was personable and professional. He is extremely reliable and responsive too. If I should ever make a mistake that bubbles up to needing a criminal defense attorney (I hope I don’t) I won’t hesitate to call him.

anonymous
March 26, 2018

Cody was fantastic. His attention to detail and overall understanding of my situation were impeccable. Informative and kind throughout the entire process. He answered all of my inquiries, and got back to me almost immediately if he was with another client. Basically, you won't find anyone else that can do the right job for you. Thank you, again Cody!

anonymous
September 21, 2017

Cody did an outstanding job representing me in a DUI case. At our initial meeting, he explained the whole process, was responsive to my questions through all phases of the court proceedings and greatly aided me in obtaining a result that will cause the least disruption in my life as a result of my mistake. I highly recommend Cody should you need representation on a DUI or in other areas of the law such as criminal law, personal injury, automobile accidents, workers’ compensation or medical malpractice.

Pete
September 11, 2017

Cody was my attorney for a DUI case I was involved in last year. This was first time working with Cody. Throughout the entire process Cody was very helpful and understanding during an obviously stressful time in my life. Cody and his team always communicated clearly and in a timely fashion. They were always just a call or email away and I was never left wondering what the status of my case was. In court Cody was able to work with the prosecutor and judge to ensure that I received the best possible outcome for my case. Cody is not only a great lawyer but a great person as well. I highly recommend Cody and his team.

anonymous
April 14, 2017

I hired Cody Guarnieri to help me with a legal case for my teenage son. Throughout the entire process, we felt like we were in good hands and even though the situation was very intimidating, he made my son feel comfortable. Cody’s knowledge and expertise of the options available, helped my son get the outcome we were looking for. We are very grateful for all of his assistance and would highly recommend Cody.

anonymous
March 28, 2016

Cody went above and beyond to get me a favorable disposition in my case. He took what was looking like a couple years through the court system to one year with the prosecutor throwing the case out.

anonymous
May 6, 2015

It was a pleasure having Attorney Guarnieri represent me in criminal court. I had never been arrested before and I was extremely nervous. He was quite reassuring and explained all the necessary steps I needed to take.