Gfeller Laurie in West Hartford has broadened its expertise in dealing with fallout from events such as the COVID-19 pandemic with the addition of two attorneys familiar with natural disaster litigation.

New partner Melicent Thompson and new associate Elizabeth O’Donnell Hoff have strong expertise working with insurers, strengthening Gfeller Laurie’s connection to the insurance industry, a growth target for the firm. Both attorneys previously practiced with Litchfield Cavo in Hartford.