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Joseph Bronson Barnes
Milford, CT Attorney with 46 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Insurance Claims
University of Miami School of Law
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John Alexander Bates
Bridgeport, CT Attorney with 21 years of experience
Employment, Immigration and Securities
Seattle University School of Law
J. Alexander Bates is the founder and managing partner of The Bates Law Firm. His practice involves representing clients in immigration law matters. He is currently licensed in New York.
At the Bates Law Firm we are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Please call us a +1 (203) 252-7374 or visit our web site: http://www.bateslegal.com.
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Lisa J. (Pyterak) Mainolfi
Trumbull, CT Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationQuinnipiac University School of Law
Attorney Lisa J. Mainolfi is an American born child of polish immigrant parents. She graduated from Albertus Magnus College in 1994 and Quinnipiac University School of Law in 1997. While in law school she completed two internships in the Connecticut State’s Attorney’s office and was a member of the Probate Law Journal. Attorney Lisa J. Mainolfi has been in the active practice of law since her graduation from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 1997 in primarily New Haven County with emphasis in personal injury, family law and criminal/motor vehicle law. She is trained in Mediation as well.
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George W. Boath Jr.
Stratford, CT Attorney with 36 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Quinnipiac University School of Law
We have always been known as a law firm that protects the rights of those injured and those who have been arrested, and we are proud of that tradition. Over the years, we've helped thousands of individuals cope with a life-altering injury and we have a highly successful track record. If you are hurt on the job or become disabled and cannot work, you need to understand your rights and responsibilities. When you come to the law firm of Zanella, Boath & Associates, all of your questions will be personally answered by an experienced attorney. Our team has been...
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Paul A. Lange
Stratford, CT Lawyer with 38 years of experience
Paul A. Lange is the managing member of the Law Offices of Paul A. Lange, LLC, with offices in Stratford, CT and New York, NY. The four lawyers and three staff in his boutique firm focus their practice on representing businesses and individuals in aviation regulatory and commercial matters; FBO/airport disputes; aircraft sales and leasing; employment law; and insurance defense and coverage litigation.
Paul has over 30 years of experience practicing aviation law, having begun his legal career with the FAA. Among his leadership activities in a variety of aviation and legal organizations, Paul is a past Chair of the NBAA...
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Karen P. Wackerman
BRIDGEPORT, CT Attorney with 38 years of experience
(203) 330-2278
850 Main Street
P.O. Box 7006
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06601-7006
Business, Employment, Health Care and Securities
Brooklyn Law School
I work with companies, nonprofits, healthcare entities, and individuals to help them with their business and regulatory needs. I form companies, prepare owner agreements, create form agreements for clients to use in their businesses, draft and review contracts with vendors, employers and customers, and provide general legal counselling. I also provide transactional legal services for commercial loans, mergers and acquisitions, and other transactions. Working with business owners is a real pleasure for me; I enjoy being part of the team that helps these companies succeed. I also help investment advisers with compliance, formation and general business law issues.
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Charles Christian Young
Bridgeport, CT Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Relentless and dedicated representation with innovative and insightful approaches to obtaining best-case scenario solutions for a diverse clientele.
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Stephen Yost
Danbury, CT Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(203) 744-2150
Ext. 3306
148 Deer Hill Road
Danbury, CT 06810
Free ConsultationBusiness and Tax
University of Alabama School of Law and Quinnipiac University School of Law
I am an Associate with Collins Hannafin, P.C. in the Firm’s Transactional Department. I currently practice in the areas of Commercial Transactions, Business Formation and Dissolution as well as Taxation and Tax Planning. I earned a BBA and MBA from Pace University and obtained his JD, cum laude from Quinnipiac University as well as an LLM in Tax Law from the University of Alabama School of Law. In Law School I earned the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association’s Gerard M. Stevens Award for Excellence in Workers’ Compensation Law, the Law School’s Excellence in Classroom Performance Award, and an Academic Excellence...
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Eric Lindh Foster
Old Saybrook, CT Attorney with 34 years of experience
Bankruptcy, Business, Consumer and Foreclosure Defense
University of Virginia School of Law
I have been practicing law for 25 years and currently engage in a broad legal practice that includes advising individual clients regarding consumer financial services law, consumer protection, debtor’s rights and in connection with credit card debt, mortgages and other consumer loans. I represent clients in consumer class actions and commercial litigation. During my career on Wall Street, I advised many of the world’s leading commercial banks and their securities broker/dealer affiliates on compliance issues and represented them in connection with key financial services reform legislation pending in the U.S. Congress (Graham-Leach Bliley Act, Dodd Frank Act). ...
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Vincent Marino
Orange, CT Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Construction, Foreclosure Defense and Municipal
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Vincent presently serves as town attorney for the towns of Orange, Greenwich, Derby, North Branford, Bethany, and special land use counsel for the towns of Monroe, Seymour and Beacon Falls. He also represents the water pollution control authority in the towns of Orange, Derby, Stratford and North Branford and the board of education in Orange. He is recognized by Best Lawyers in America, (2018-2020) for his work in Municipal Law.
In his land use and zoning practice, Vincent often appears before planning and zoning commissions, inland wetlands commissions, zoning boards of appeal and other administrative agencies. He represents...
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Mark D. Sherman
Old Lyme, CT Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Employment
Fordham University School of Law
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Christine L. Landis
Old Lyme, CT Attorney with 11 years of experience
Administrative, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Attorney Christine Landis (previously Gertsch) has been an associate with The Law Offices of Mark Sherman since 2014. Since then, she has focused on criminal defense, and regularly appears in Connecticut’s state and federal criminal courts. She represents clients in felony and misdemeanor cases, and is experienced with all aspects of Connecticut criminal procedure and the court process from investigation or arrest through disposition.
While Christine handles all criminal charges, she co-chairs the Firm’s Domestic Violence and Sex Assault Crimes Practice Groups. Since 2014, Christine’s advocacy has led to the dismissal of over 100 felony and misdemeanor cases. Christine is also...
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Robert Galiette
Essex, CT Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Administrative, Business, IP and Patents
University of Connecticut
Robert Galiette is Principal at Robert J. Galiette Attorney at Law, LLC. Rob has more than thirty years of legal experience in insurance and in hospital-based health care administration. Rob served as the Officer in charge of contract, compliance and associated government relations responsibilities at CIGNA, including national accounts such as General Electric and United Technologies Corp., and as reinsurance counsel at the Phoenix Insurance Companies. With a former Connecticut Insurance Commissioner, he established a branch office for a 600-attorney international law firm based in New York City. He has represented Blue Cross plans, HMOs, TPAs, state medical societies, and...
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Eugene S. Melchionne
Waterbury, CT Attorney with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Drake University Law School
In 2005, Mr. Melchionne was appointed State Chair for the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). He acted as a liaison between the national organization and Connecticut attorneys who are members of the Association. He has fostered education of attorneys in the bankruptcy field and increased access of the public to bankruptcy relief in light of the law passed in 2005. He held that position until 2014.
in 2007, Gene joined with 25 attorneys from around the country in forming the Bankruptcy Law Network, a web site devoted to disseminating clear, concise, and accurate information about consumer credit issues including...
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Bryan McEntee
Waterbury, CT Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Massachusetts School of Law
Most people come looking for an attorney when something unpleasant has happened in their lives. Attorney McEntee understands the stress that you are experiencing. If retained, Attorney McEntee will personally dedicate himself to your legal matter and work hard to obtain the most positive outcome possible so that you no longer need to worry. Hard work, dedication, results. Rest assured. If you hire Attorney McEntee, your case will be handled competently.
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Thomas G. Parisot
Waterbury, CT Lawyer with 44 years of experience
41 Church Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
Employment, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
Western New England University School of Law
Attorney Parisot’s law practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation as well as labor and employment counseling and litigation. In addition to Connecticut courts, Attorney Parisot has represented clients before the courts in Texas and Illinois. Attorney Parisot represents clients before municipal and other governmental boards and commissions. Tom Parisot has been a presenter for numerous seminars and lectures regarding legal matters, including workers’ compensation and employment law, for the Waterbury Bar Association, the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities, the National Business Institute and the Connecticut Association of Municipal Attorneys. He served as Assistant Corporation Counsel...
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William F. Breg
Waterbury, CT Lawyer with 44 years of experience
41 Church Street
Waterbury, CT 06702
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Georgetown University Law Center
Attorney Breg was born in Fort Knox, Kentucky and grew up in Southbury. He currently resides in Watertown and practices out of the firm’s Southbury Office. Bill Breg practices in the areas of estate planning and probate administration with experience in the local probate courts. As a professional member of PLAN of Connecticut, Attorney Breg counsels individuals with special needs and advises them about special needs trusts. Attorney Breg also practices in the area of real estate.
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Ryan O'Neill
Old Lyme, CT Attorney with 17 years of experience
Appeals, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense and Employment
Temple University Beasley School of Law and Quinnipiac University School of Law
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David Parnoff
Hamden, CT Attorney with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
Quinnipiac University School of Law
David Parnoff is a Hamden personal injury attorney who has been licensed for over 15 years. He earned his law degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 1999. He primarily handles personal injury cases, including wrongful death, auto accidents, product liability and more. David is a passionate advocate for the injured and a skilled civil litigation attorney who is always ready to take a case to court if necessary. He has in-depth experience handling complex claims including toxic torts and catastrophic injuries. During the course of his career, he has represented thousands of claims.
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Michael D'Amico
Watertown , CT Attorney with 38 years of experience
Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Univ. of Bridgeport School of Law (Quinnipiac University) and Quinnipiac University School of Law
As a dedicated trial lawyer in personal injury and medical malpractice, Mike is an active member of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice.
Mike is a Past President of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. He also serves on its Board of Governors and on its Executive, Medical Malpractice and Legislative Committees and is Co-Chair of the General Tort Committee. Mike is on the National Advisory Board of the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America. He is dual board-certified in civil trial advocacy and civil pretrial practice by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, and...
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Andrew J Pianka
Seymour, CT Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Practice Areas: Wrongful Death; Traumatic Brain Injury; Personal Injury; Automobile Accidents and Injuries; Slip and Fall Accidents, Real Estate, Probate Administration, Probate Litigation; Wills and Estates
Admitted: 1996, Connecticut and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut; 1997, New York; 2000, U.S. Supreme Court
Law School: Quinnipiac University, J.D. graduated Cum Laude
Member: Connecticut and New York State Bar Associations; Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association.
Biography: Author: “The Probate Courts Power to Probe You,” The Connecticut Probate Law Journal, Vol. 10, No. 1.
Member: Oxford Connecticut Lions Club, 2000—present.
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Joseph T. Poulsen
SEYMOUR, CT Attorney with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning and Probate
Western New England University School of Law
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Tyler Church
Woodbridge, CT Attorney with 10 years of experience
30 Lucy Street
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Charlotte School of Law
I was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and grew up in both Albuquerque and Phoenix, Arizona. I earned my bachelor's degree in business management from Northeastern University, where I also had the privilege of playing collegiate football for the Huskies. I later graduated with my Juris Doctor from Charlotte School of Law, focusing on corporate and employment law.
As an athlete and an enthusiastic sports fan, I have dedicated time to volunteering as a high school football coach and have worked in various capacities within organizations associated with the AHL, MLB, NASCAR, NBA, and NCAA - BCS. After completing law school...
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Michael J Dolan
New Haven, CT Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Connecticut School of Law
Michael J. Dolan is a lifelong resident of Connecticut who was born and raised in New Haven County. Attorney Dolan primarily handles the firm’s personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice cases. He has been named to the National Trial Lawyer's Top 40 Under 40 list for the State of Connecticut.
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Brian Kenney
New Haven, CT Attorney
(800) 336-0086
One Century Tower, 11th Floor
265 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
Free ConsultationAsbestos
Suffolk University Law School
Attorney Brian Kenney is a partner at the Connecticut law firm of Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen. There, he dedicates his practice to protecting the rights of hardworking men and women diagnosed with mesothelioma.
For over 2 decades, Attorney Kenney has personally handled hundreds of asbestos cases in Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts Superior Courts on behalf of former tradesmen, servicemen and plant-workers stricken with asbestos-related illnesses. He has also handled a number of second-hand asbestos exposure cases involving family members who were unknowingly exposed to asbestos through their loved one's work clothes. Attorney Kenney is proud to have...
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Donni Halvorson
New Haven, CT Attorney
(800) 336-0086
One Century Tower, 11th Floor
265 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
Free ConsultationAsbestos
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
Attorney Donni Halvorson is a partner in the Connecticut law firm of Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen where she specializes in representing mesothelioma victims, including veterans.
Over the past 30 years, Attorney Halvorson has litigated over 1,500 individual asbestos claims against asbestos manufacturers, distributors, premise owners, and employers and has recovered multi-million-dollar mesothelioma claim settlements on her client's behalf.
Attorney Halvorson is dedicated to helping veterans who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma receive financial help through the VA claim process and veteran lawsuits filed against responsible asbestos-related companies. She also helps those who have become injured from occupational, household, and...
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Peter G. Billings
New Haven, CT Attorney with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Peter Billings is a founding partner of Billings, Barrett & Bowman, LLC. He focuses his practice primarily on criminal matters ranging from minor traffic infractions to the most serious cases of murder, as well as a wide range of family matters including divorce and custody cases.The common thread throughout Peter’s practice is his representation of individuals and fighting for those who need someone in their corner. Whether a high-stakes criminal case, highly contested divorce, or bitter custody battle, Peter will stand with you. Peter has been responsible for obtaining the highest quality results for his clients in criminal cases as...
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Stephanie Dellolio
Fairfield, CT Lawyer
883 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
Appeals, Business, Construction and Criminal Defense
Quinnipiac College
An associate of the firm, Ms. Dellolio practices in the areas of administrative appeals, business law, civil litigation, commercial law, complex litigation, construction law, criminal defense, employment law, insurance coverage litigation, mass tort, personal injury, and real estate matters.
Ms. Dellolio earned her Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from the Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2006. She received her B.S., magna cum laude, from Sacred Heart University in 2002.
Ms. Dellolio is admitted to the Connecticut Bar and is admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut. Ms. Dellolio is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association, Connecticut...
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Frederic Ury
Fairfield, CT Lawyer
883 Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
Appeals, Criminal Defense, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Suffolk University
Frederic S. Ury is a founding member of the firm Ury & Moskow, L.L.C. He is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer and past President of the Connecticut Bar Association (2004-2005) (www.ctbar.org). Mr. Ury has been practicing law for 33 years.
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Scott Charmoy
Bridgeport, CT Lawyer with 30 years of experience
1000 Lafayette Blvd
#1100
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Bankruptcy, Divorce, Family and Foreclosure Defense
Washington University School of Law
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Sheila Sinha Charmoy
Bridgeport, CT Attorney with 25 years of experience
1000 Lafayette Blvd
#1100
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Bankruptcy, Divorce, Family and Foreclosure Defense
Quinnipiac University School of Law
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Corinne G. Silvert
Danbury, CT Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Over 29 years of experience in workers' compensation claims and awards, personal injury, unemployment compensation benefits, wage and hour claims, employment law, severance agreements, employment contracts. .Successful in winning benefits and awards for my clients.
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Lukas J. Thomas
Trumbull, CT Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Foreclosure Defense, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Attorney Thomas's practice encompasses real estate law, civil litigation, foreclosure law, landlord and tenant law, business formations and law, trusts and estates, immigration and probate.
After spending the last twelve years serving clients as the managing member of the Law Office of Lukas J. Thomas, LLC, Attorney Thomas committed to a strategic merger with Owen, Schine & Nicola, PC that will undoubtedly strengthen and expand the legal services and offerings to clients of the firm throughout Connecticut. Attorney Thomas currently serves as the District Attorney for the Georgetown Fire District and has served as Assistant Town Attorney for the Town of...
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Dennis Mark Laccavole
Bridgeport, CT Attorney with 47 years of experience
I am an owner/principal in a Connecticut law firm, specializing in insurance related litigation. I have thirty two years of significant litigation experience in state and federal courts and before all types of ADR forums. I am admitted to practice law in Connecticut, New York, United States District Court for the District of Connecticut, United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and Supreme Court of the United States.
I also spend a significant amount of time representing plaintiff's in all types of personal injury claims.
I and a team of associate attorneys also handle complex commercial litigation.
Lastly, a growing part of my...
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Fred Baker
Danbury, CT Attorney with 55 years of experience
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
New York University School of Law and University of Connecticut School of Law
Author: "Handbook of CT Taxes on Industry," 1970; "Manufacturers' Association of CT Trial Attorney." Office of Chief Counsel, Internal Revenue Service, 1970-1974. Town Counsel, Town of Bridgewater, 1977-. Town Attorney, Town of New Milford, 2001-2003. President, 1976-1977 and Vice Chairman, 1978-1979, Western CT Estate and Tax Planning Council, Inc. Corporator, Union Savings Bank, 1987-. Chairman, Ability Beyond Disability, 1990-1994. President, Hanahoe Children's Clinic, 1991-2009. Trustee, 1996-2006 and President 2003-2006, Connecticut Community Foundation. Naugatuck Valley Community College Board of Trustees 2011-.2014
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Larry Pereira
Danbury, CT Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
Quinnipiac University School of Law
Member: Board of Directors, Interlude, Inc. 2006—2011. Assistant Treasurer and Member, Board of Directors, Portuguese Cultural Center 2006—.
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David Minicozzi
Branford, CT Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Probate and Real Estate
Western New England University School of Law
I have been practicing law for almost 35 years (since 1988) and began my own practice in 1994. I received my B.A. degree from the University of Connecticut. I earned my law degree at Western New England University (WNEC).
I actively support my community through involvement with the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, the Branford Lions Club, the Branford Green Committee (Chairman), and the New Haven-Middlesex Association of Realtors. I am also actively involved in the New Haven County Bar Association where I engage in the Lawyer Referral Service (LRS). Finally,...
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Henry A. Perles
Trumbull, CT Lawyer with 58 years of experience
Business, Family and Real Estate
Fordham University School of Law
Mr. Perles joined Owens, Schine & Nicola, PC in 2006. Prior to that time, he was a founder of, and partner in, the Fairfield law firm of Kleban & Samor. Resident in the Trumbull office, Mr. Perles concentrates his practice in the areas of commercial and residential real estate and business matters. Previously, he concentrated his practice in matrimonial law.
Mr. Perles graduated, cum laude, from Amherst College in 1964. He then attended Fordham University School of Law, where he graduated with a J.D. in 1967. While in law school, Attorney Perles was a member of the International Moot Court Team...
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Kyle Navin
New Haven, CT Attorney with 9 years of experience
(800) 336-0086
One Century Tower, 11th Floor
265 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
Free ConsultationAsbestos
University of Connecticut School of Law
Attorney Kyle Navin is a partner at the national asbestos plaintiffs’ law firm of Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen. The firm is headquartered in New Haven, CT. Attorney Navin works tirelessly on behalf of mesothelioma victims in asbestos litigation matters. He also plays a vital role in securing compensation for his clients through the asbestos bankruptcy trust claims filing process, resolving liens connected to his clients’ medical care and addressing probate matters.
Attorney Navin also works hard on behalf of our nation’s veterans. He is an accredited attorney with the Veterans Administration and is authorized to assist veteran clients with...
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Tara L. Shaw
Waterbury, CT Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Employment and Insurance Defense
University of Connecticut School of Law
Tara L Shaw routinely advises clients on an array of subjects such as anti-discrimination laws, sexual harassment, disciplining and terminating employees, retaliation and whistle blower issues, non-compete and trade secret agreements, wage and hour matters, unemployment compensation, severance agreements and employment contracts. She has successfully represented clients in both state and federal courts and in front of various administrative agencies. Attorney Shaw has defended various types of litigation including discrimination claims, suits alleging wage and hour violations, breach of contract claims and administrative appeals pursuant to the UAPA. Attorney Shaw has represented public and private sector...