Columbia Lawyers

For over 20 years, I’ve provided legal counsel on employment issues to clients in management and human resources. With that inside knowledge of how companies think, I offer unique perspectives to professionals who need legal help with difficult situations at work or who are transitioning from one employer to the next. I love facing novel issues in the employment arena and crafting workable solutions for my clients. Ask me about best practices and ways that I've approached complicated employment issues involving executive separations, mergers & acquisitions, layoffs, investigations, global immigration, and wage and hour compliance.
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Alan is a highly skilled attorney with a focus on real estate law. With over 35 years of experience, he has developed a broad and comprehensive knowledge of the field, including residential and commercial transactions, development and financing, as well as foreclosures and foreclosure defense. In addition, he represents landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, lease drafting, and litigation. Throughout his career, Alan has been recognized for his outstanding legal work and has earned a reputation for providing his clients with sound legal counsel. His vast experience and in-depth knowledge of real estate law make him a valuable asset to...

I have been practicing law in Connecticut for the past 35 years. I spent the first 10 years of my professional life as a State's Attorney in Hartford County, Connecticut. That experience gave me a familiarity with the court system and I consider myself well versed in all types of criminal law. I also practice family law, personal injury, real estate and probate matters.

WE REPRESENT CLIENTS IN THE FIELDS OF INVESTMENT FRAUD AND BUSINESS LAW. OVER THE PAST 25 YEARS, WE HAVE RECOVERED MILLIONS OF DOLLARS FOR OUR CLIENTS THROUGHOUT THE NORTHEAST. Andrew C. Cote, LLC is a boutique law firm representing individuals, families, securities professionals and businesses in securities fraud and business law. Andrew Cote's experience may be unique combining eighteen years as a securities, corporate and business attorney with a further nine years as a Registered Investment Adviser and Senior Executive in a brokerage firm. He has an invaluable insider knowledge of the securities industry - experience not offered...

Attorney Einhorn has a diverse general practice in Wallingford Connecticut and can be contacted at: 203-269-1665

John Naizby was raised in a small dairy town in upstate New York. He grew up with his sister, mother, maternal grandparents, and great grandmother; he lost his father at the age of three. John knew from an early age that he wanted to be involved in helping people; ultimately that is what led him to the law.

John started his career as a public defender, and eventually became an insurance defense attorney. For over 20 years now though, John has exclusively represented people (not Insurance companies). A graduate and senior instructor at the Trial Lawyers College, John was...

Injured in Connecticut? Call James G. Williams at Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, LLC today. If you have been injured it is imperative that you understand your rights. You need to consult with an attorney with the experience, knowledge and skill to get you the compensation you deserve. At Williams, Walsh & O'Connor, LLC, Mr. Williams is committed to holding the offending parties accountable for their negligence and recovering maximum compensation for clients.

Attorney Boardman grew up in Upstate NY, where he lived until he enlisted in the US Navy as a Submarine Sonar Technician. Following 9 years of service, Attorney Boardman left the service to attend law school. He is a graduate of Quinnipiac University School of Law, and is admitted to practice law in the state of Connecticut. Attorney Boardman also holds an Associates Degree in Electronics from Thomas Edison State University, a Bachelor's Degree in Society and Justice from the University of Connecticut, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, and a Masters Degree...

For PROBATE and ESTATE SETTLEMENT matters in Connecticut, people rely on Heritage Law LLC. Founder and attorney Lisa Wnuck has been an attorney since 1987. She practices in the areas of estate and trust administration. She is an Avvo-rated Top Attorney and was certified Who's Who Top Attorney of North America. She is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association Estates & Probate section and Elder Law section. She also belongs to the American Bar Association Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section member. She is a member of NAELA, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and...

Eileen Becker's practice focuses on the representation of individuals and entities in personal injury cases, including claims of wrongful death, traumatic brain injury and various orthopedic injuries. She also has extensive experience in the representation of healthcare providers and facilities in healthcare-related litigation. She has successfully tried numerous jury cases to verdict. She is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association, the Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association and the New Haven County Bar Association. Eileen earned an A.B. from Syracuse University and a J.D. magna cum laude from Rutgers University School of Law. She is admitted to practice...

Peter Barrett has been engaged in the general practice of law since 1981. Attorney Barrett has achieved an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available from this respected peer review rating service. Peter was first associated with and then became a partner in the prominent West Haven firm of Mirto, Ketaineck, Barrett and DiCrosta, P.C. In 2004 Attorney Barrett opened his own law office and engages in a general practice which includes litigation in the areas of personal injury, workers compensation, insurance and contract claims and estate disputes. Attorney Barrett's practice also includes probate matters, real...

Christopher Donlin, a Hamden injury attorney, is the founder of the firm Donlin Law, where also practices in the area of estate planning. Prior to the formation of his current practice, Attorney Donlin worked as a defense attorney for a major Connecticut insurer. Mr. Donlin is a proud supporter of numerous charitable organizations and causes in his community including the Connecticut Hospice, Masters Manna and J4J Basketball Tournament. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the Quinnipiac University School of Law. Learn more by contacting his firm today.

Adam D. Ferrare is a skilled attorney with extensive knowledge in a variety of practice areas. In addition to his experience in real estate, estate planning and administration, and business transactions, he also has experience in handling civil litigation matters. This includes representing clients in boundary disputes, debt collection, personal injury, and insurance litigation, among other areas. His comprehensive knowledge of these practice areas allows him to provide his clients with effective legal solutions tailored to their unique needs.

Amy Smith represents individuals and legal entities in both residential and commercial real estate transactions as well as in title-related litigation matters. She also advises clients in developing effective estate plans, including traditional will and trust planning with an emphasis on appropriate federal and state estate tax considerations. Attorney Smith assists families on an array of probate and elder law issues such as long-term care planning, conservatorship, and advance medical directives. Attorney Smith represents clients and families in the Probate Courts in the administration of trusts and decedent estates, as well as contested matters such as...

Lee Marlow has practiced law in New Haven, Connecticut for more than 35 years and concentrates in all areas of Family law. After graduating from Quinnipiac University School of Law, he was admitted to practice in Connecticut in 1982, the U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut in 1985 and the United States Supreme Court in 1992. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and is currently the Treasurer of its Connecticut Chapter. He also serves as a member of the chapter’s Admission and Examination Review Committee and as Co-Chair of the chapter’s Superior Court Rules Change...

Practice in the area of family law with a concentration of custody, divorce, alimony and child support including parenting time schedules. This office also provides Mediation services for couples who want an non-adversarial resolution to their family conflicts.

I am a trial attorney with a focus on civil litigation. My legal practice encompasses a variety of areas including personal injury, commercial litigation, construction litigation, insurance litigation, and probate matters. I have a broad range of experience in litigating matters to judgment across all these practice areas in both Connecticut and Rhode Island courts. I was honored to be selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2016, 2017, and 2018. Currently, I serve as the chairperson of the New London City Center District and am also a member of the local chapter of the NAACP.

Alexa is an attorney licensed in both Connecticut and Rhode Island. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. Alexa attended Quinnipiac University School of Law as a Dean’s Fellow where she graduated #1 in her class and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Quinnipiac Law Review. Prior to joining Messier Massad Burdick & Assoc. LLC, Alexa served as a Judicial Clerk for Justice Andrew J. McDonald on the Connecticut Supreme Court after serving a term as a law student extern for Judge Jeffrey A. Meyer of the Federal District Court for the District...

Sean Monahan is the firm's founder and leader. A 1987 graduate of The University of Connecticut in Storrs, Connecticut, Sean earned his law degree in 1998 at Saint Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. After graduating from UConn and before law school, Sean was a Bodily Injury Road Adjuster in the Boston area with a major northeastern insurance company. Sean entered private practice in 1998 as a founding partner of Monahan & Monahan, P.A. In 2007 Sean founded the firm Sean F. Monahan, L.L.C. and practices in both Connecticut and Massachusetts, where he concentrates on personal injury/wrongful death...

An early proponent of joint custody, and a creator of strategies to obtain it I wrote the first book on winning custody. I am concerned with the right of both parents to have a meaninful relationship with his or her parents. I generally represent the underdog. I have also branched into areas of false claims of paternity, efforts to stop the relocation of children by the custodial parent, and the defense of false allegations of sexual abuse and physical abuse.