Ferguson, Doyle & Chester, PC

"Fighting for the rights of working people"
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About Our Firm

Fighting and winning for Unions, their members and working people throughout Connecticut

Our law firm has successfully represented Unions in negotiating, mediating and arbitrating labor contracts, fighting and winning grievance arbitrations and reversing wrongful terminations. We also take pride in representing individual clients whose rights have been violated in the workplace. If you need legal representation in dealing with your employer, you have come to the right place.
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Areas of Practice

We represent Unions, their members and individual workers in a number of capacities

Wrongful
Terminations

Our firm has handled countless termination cases on behalf of employees who have been unjustly terminated from their employment. We do this on behalf of both union clients as well as individual clients.

Negotiations

We negotiate union contracts, individual employment contracts, separation agreements, litigation settlements and many other forms of contracts and employment agreements.

Workers
Compensation

If you have been injured at work or contracted an occupational disease, we can provide legal representation to you to ensure you get the benefits you are entitled to.

Workplace Discrimination

Our firm has handled a number of cases before the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights (CHRO) and the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC). We can also take your case to Superior Court to protect your rights to be free from discrimination in the workplace.

Wage and Hour Complaints

There are strict laws and regulations regarding pay, overtime and hours worked. Our firm can assist you if you feel you are not being paid correctly.

Investigations

Our firm has represented employees facing allegations in the workplace. Whether you are being investigated by your employer or an outside agency, we can provide legal representation to assist you in preserving your rights. Our experience in defending workers facing investigations has resulted in us being retained as independent investigators in cases.

Our Attorneys

Testimonials

If you require serious, first class legal representation regarding employment and civil rights issues, I would highly recommend, in the strongest possible terms, that you work with Attorney Chester. He is an extremely brilliant and talented Attorney and one of the finest people you will ever meet. I am fortunate and proud to have had Eric Chester as my Attorney.
Umesh Vig
College Faculty Member
Local 1148 has been represented by Ferguson, Doyle & Chester for over 20 years and it has been a great relationship. We’ve had the opportunity to work extensively with Jim Ferguson and Eric Chester and they have demonstrated time and time again they are willing to go the extra mile. Whether it’s just a call for advice or in depth negotiations Ferguson, Doyle and Chester have our back.
Meriden Firefighters
Local 1148 Executive Board
Ferguson, Doyle, and Chester, PC has served the Norwalk Federation of Teachers for over forty years. Mr. Ferguson, his partners and associates have expertly guided us through contract negotiations, grievance arbitrations, workers’ compensation appeals, and the defense of our members when needed. The NFT relies on Ferguson, Doyle and Chester's knowledge of and focus on legal details, as well as their broad understanding of the labor union movement.
Mary Yordon
President of the Norwalk Federation of Teachers, AFT-CT, AFT, AFL-CIO
I wholeheartedly recommend James Demetriades as an outstanding attorney in cases of sex-based discrimination and harassment. His exceptional organizational skills and clarity allowed me to understand the legal complexities, ensuring my voice was authentically represented. James fought tirelessly for a fair resolution, resulting in significant restitution that positively impacted my life. His integrity and commitment to justice make him an invaluable ally in these difficult matters.
The Law Office of Ferguson, Doyle & Chester negotiated the best contract our teachers have seen in well over 25 years. Attorney Chester's communication, attention to details, and understanding of the depth and breadth of educational and labor law have benefited the West Haven of Teachers and School Nurses greatly.
Kristen Malloy
President, West Haven Federation of Teachers

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