Zenas Sirius Zelotes Esq. – Divorce Shark

Street Smart … Aggressive … Wired to Fight

Since the time Zenas Sirius Zelotes was admitted as a Connecticut attorney in 2001, his skills as a trial lawyer and advocate quickly thrust him into the forefront of Connecticut’s family law landscape.

Described by some as a “master of the rules of evidence,” and others as the “Devil’s advocate” or “Divorce Shark,” Zelotes quickly captured the attention of Connecticut’s legal community.  The fantastic results he obtains for his clients, in the courtroom and at the negotiating table, speak for themselves. 

Rather than operating a full-service family law firm, Zelotes has intentionally focused his practice on high conflict and high net worth litigation.  He is one of the most sought out attorneys retained to take over complex divorce and custody cases on the eve of trial.   In addition to his Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law, Zelotes is an accomplished Marine Corps veteran.  It was in the Marines, as a news correspondent, where he first developed his command of persuasive speech and a clear communication style.  It was also in the Marines where he fostered a keen sense of discipline, initially as battalion fitness instructor, and later as a champion competitive marksman.

After nearly two decades of refining his skills as a trial lawyer in the courtrooms of Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London Counties, Zelotes’ reputation, trial skills and confidence place him at the very pinnacle of his profession and explains why he is one of the most respected trial lawyers in Connecticut.  When it is the right choice for his client, his penchant for walking away from the negotiating table, stepping into the ring and combative approach to litigation have occasionally generated controversy within the profession but also fueled his success.   

Known for a natural trial demeanor, focus and discipline, Zelotes wakes up each morning, including weekends, heads to the gym, then plans out his next moves in the never-ending arena of family law.  An innovative “first adapter” since the early 2000’s, Zelotes keeps his practice on the forefront of technology:  constantly seeking ways to cut out the redundant inefficiencies that plague most firms.  Zelotes serves a diverse but select cache of clients that includes everything from self-made entrepreneurs, physicians, executives and Wall Street professionals, to teachers, artists and stay-at-home moms. 

In particular, Zelotes is most commonly retained in cases involving high-functioning personality disorders:  narcissists, sociopaths, and other problematic pathologies.   He is drawn to cases where there are false allegations, a history of adultery or other elements of fault.

Being highly selective about the clients he accepts, Zelotes ensures that each and every case he agrees to take on is given the personal attention it deserves.

Zelotes is married and resides in the historic district of Essex.  In his limited free time, he enjoys studying history, business, and kayaking on the Connecticut River.   

Zenas Sirius Zelotes – United States Capitol
Our Daughter’s Graduation – High Point University
1000 Yard Line Competition – USMC 1994
Zenas Sirius Zelotes – December 9, 2023

Zenas Sirius Zelotes Esq.

  • Age: 51 (1972)
  • United States Marine Corps Veteran, 1992-1997
  • J.D. w/ Honors – University of Iowa College of Law (2000)

Past and Present Affiliations:

  • Connecticut Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • American Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • ABA Trial Practice & Techniques Committee
  • Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
  • Convention Speaker: Chicago / Las Vegas / Scottsdale
  • Stamford-Fairfield Bar Assoc., Family Law Section
  • Bridgeport Bar Assoc., Family Law Section
  • Danbury Bar Association
  • Litchfield County Bar Association
  • Middlesex County Bar Association
  • Over 1000 Clients Served
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