When Jack Zeldes walked into the room, things seemed to brighten up. Even if you were his opponent, Jack’s presence itself was enough to enliven the occasion. He was respected by judges, and he was loved by his colleagues. His passing has brought sadness to Connecticut’s legal community. He was, purely and simply, the best among us.
Jack was never a member of the trial bar’s Big Personality Section. He never sought media recognition or celebrity status. His unwavering goal was simply to be an effective advocate. In the words of his friend and partner, Charles Needle: “No matter who the client was, Jack was always able to see the best side of any person in order to obtain the best possible result.”
