Hartford County Lawyers

Matthew E. Willis is a partner in the firm’s litigation department and focuses his practice on personal injury, criminal law (including DUIs) and motor vehicle law. Attorney Willis is a graduate of Roger Williams University and Roger Williams University School of Law. He is admitted to practice before the State and Federal Bars of Connecticut and is a member of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice, the Connecticut Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the Tolland County Bar Association. Attorney Willis has been peer reviewed and has achieved an "AV Preeminent" rating from Martindale-...

I am a Connecticut Trial Lawyer, I represent those who have been injured, I am an advocate for injury victims, I represent the criminally accused, and I am a former Mayor of a Connecticut city. I tirelessly fight for my clients & I am known to always be ready for courtroom battles. I have presented CLE’s at CTLA, AAJ and NBI. I have a diploma from the Connecticut Bar Association & NITA in Trial Advocacy. I am a member of the million-dollar verdict forum, CBA, CTLA & AAJ President’s Club. I am married...

David Benoit is a partner and co-founder of Aeton Law Partners LLP where his practice focuses on representing clients on all matters involving information technology, licensing, intellectual property, data security and compliance and complex technology transactions. David counsels a wide range of clients, including entrepreneurs, early-stage ventures, e-commerce companies, IT vendors, financial services institutions and global corporations on a wide range of business and technology matters, including software licensing, application development, Internet and compliance, copyright, IP strategy, trademark prosecution, business structures, financing and mergers and acquisitions.

Joan Reed Wilson received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Lehigh University in 1992 and her law degree from Boston University School of Law, cum laude, in 1997, where she served as Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Law & Medicine. Attorney Wilson practices in the areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Conservatorships, Probate and Trust Administration, and Real Estate Closings. Admitted to practice in the States of Connecticut and California, she is the Vice President of the CT Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), an active member of the Elder Law...

Attorney Dean Hanafin started his legal career as a prosecutor with the Office of the State’s Attorney where he handled criminal matters ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony cases. He was responsible for a significant daily docket, in addition to hearings and trial work. He tried numerous cases to verdict and developed his trial skills from significant time spent in the courtroom. In addition to training on trial tactics, Attorney Hanafin also received training on technological advancements that impact evidence in cases, including cell phone technology and current laws as they apply to drone use.

After moving on from his role...

Joe’s practice is primarily focused on automobile negligence.

Prior to earning his law degree, Jonathan spent nearly a decade working in the hospitality industry. He saw firsthand how the industry was rife with legal issues ranging from liability and employment practices claims down to risk management. As his primary goal has always been to provide a quality experience to his clients, he decided the best way to help was to get his law degree and specialize in these types of cases. Once he received his degree, he worked for various law firms representing hotels, restaurants, ski resorts, and other various retailers. During this time, he dealt with personal injury...