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A Conservative Chief Justice With a Libertarian Streak: Francis McDonald Remembered

Robert Storace | October 12, 2018

Francis McDonald was a justice and chief justice on the Connecticut Supreme Court for a short period of time, but he had a strong impact on the institution, many believe.

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New Haven Firm Holds Tailgate Party for Charity at Yale Bowl

Michael Marciano | October 10, 2018

Berchem Moses sponsored the pregame event for the 10th consecutive year to support the Walter Camp Football Foundation and benefit the Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center Homeless Program and the Cardinal Shehan Center’s youth programs.

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Connecticut Movers: New Hires and Appointments

Michael Marciano | October 09, 2018

Halloran Sage has hired partner Douglas Steinmetz and associate Scott Williams in the firm's Westport and Hartford offices, respectively.

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Judge Sheldon Talks About His Relationship With Russia's Legal Community

Robert Storace | October 03, 2018

Connecticut Appellate Court Judge Michael Sheldon has been an advocate for American and Russian lawyers and judges working together.

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Vindication: The Special Bond Between Lawyers and Exonerated Clients

Robert Storace | October 01, 2018

Attorneys for men wrongfully imprisoned for murder discuss their relationship and special bond with their clients post-release. The attorneys say that bond is not seen in other legal cases they pursue.

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CT Movers: Positive Work and Commitment Acknowledged

Michael Marciano | September 28, 2018

Read to a Child’s Lunchtime Reading Program includes more than 1,800 volunteer mentors from 150-plus socially minded organizations who read one-on-one to more than 1,400 at-risk elementary school students in Greater Boston, Detroit, Hartford, Los Angeles and Miami.

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Mr. Baron Goes to Washington: Connecticut Attorney Rubs Shoulders With Poland's President

Robert Storace | September 25, 2018

New Britain attorney Adrian Baron traveled to Washington, D.C., to attend a reception for the president of Poland. Baron, who had a roughly eight-minute, one-on-one conversation with the president, discussed New Britain's Little Poland community and the law.

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Connecticut Movers: Expanding Spaces, Growing Minds

Michael Marciano | September 21, 2018

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Connecticut Movers: Teaming Up to Help Where It's Needed

Michael Marciano | September 14, 2018

Murtha Cullina has added four attorneys to its labor and employment practice group: partners Matthew K. Curtin and Erek Sharp, counsel Melanie N. Aska and associate Martha M. Royston.

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From the Stage to the Bench: Judge James Abrams Talks Acting and Transitioning Back to the Courtroom

Robert Storace | September 11, 2018

Superior Court Judge James Abrams talks in-depth with the Connecticut Law Tribune about acting and life before the law, and life as a judge and in a supervisory role.

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Connecticut Movers: Nutmeg State Firms Boost Their Ranks

Michael Marciano | September 06, 2018

Hartford-based Day Pitney has hired 10 new associates to join the firm this fall across its offices, including eight in Connecticut, one in Boston and one in Parsippany, New Jersey.

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Connecticut's Attorney General Candidates Spar in Interviews as Campaign Season Heats Up

Robert Storace | September 04, 2018

With about two months before the general election, the three candidates for Connecticut attorney general went on the offensive as they discussed guns, Trump, each other and the environment.

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Connecticut Movers: Experience Pays Off at Wiggin and Dana

Michael Marciano | August 31, 2018

Former U.S. Attorney Joins Wiggin as Partner Former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York Paul Tuchmann has joined Wiggin and Dana…

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Judge Elizabeth Bozzuto Talks Family Court, Her Heroes and Transitioning to a New Role

Robert Storace | August 30, 2018

In a wide-ranging interview, Judge Elizabeth Bozzuto spoke about her passion for family court, the parents and children she met there over the years and of her love and admiration for her parents.

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Day Pitney Hires Mercedes In-House Lawyer as Diversity Chief

Michael Marciano | August 29, 2018

On the heels of recently achieving "Mansfield 'Plus' Certification" from Diversity Lab, the firm announced Tuesday it had hired its new director of diversity and inclusion, Tommy M. Shi, former in-house counsel and 10-year diversity and inclusion officer for Mercedes-Benz USA.

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Connecticut Movers: Winners Across the Board

Michael Marciano | August 23, 2018

Three students were recently presented awards by Supreme Court Justice Christine Vertefeuille in the Connecticut Bar Foundation’s 16th annual Quintin Johnstone Statewide High School Essay Contest.

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Very Superstitious: Attorneys Swear By These Litigation Rituals for Big Court Appearances

Robert Storace | August 22, 2018

From staying at the same hotel the night before oral arguments, to hitting the sack by 10, here's how attorneys prepare for some of their biggest cases.

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Dozens of Robinson & Cole Attorneys Recognized

Michael Marciano | August 17, 2018

Attorneys at Hartford's Robinson & Cole have been racking up accolades this summer recently, including dozens of lawyers from Connecticut and neighboring states being recognized on "Best Lawyer" and "Best Lawyer in America" lists.

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The Votes Are In: It's William Tong vs. Susan Hatfield for Attorney General in November

Robert Storace | August 15, 2018

The race is on for Connecticut attorney general. It will be Tong and Hatfield against Green Party candidate Peter Goselin.

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Connecticut Movers: 'Running' Things in Connecticut

Michael Marciano | August 10, 2018

Schoonmaker, George, Colin & Blomberg partner Jill Heitler Blomberg was recently sworn in as president of the Connecticut chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

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CBF's 2018 James W. Cooper Fellows Named

Michael Marciano | July 26, 2018

The Connecticut Bar Foundation named 68 new fellows to its James W. Cooper Fellows Program, celebrating their installation in May with a reception at…

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Developing Future Leadership at Conn. Legal Organizations

Michael Marciano | July 20, 2018

Twenty-five students from New Haven-area high schools and summer programs had a chance to explore the legal profession earlier this month when the Connecticut Bar Association hosted LAW Camp 2018 at local law firms and courtrooms.

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After 20 Years as Judge, Angela Robinson Returns to Where It All Started: Wiggin and Dana

Robert Storace | July 18, 2018

Former Superior Court Judge and new Wiggin and Dana partner Angela Robinson talks to the Connecticut Law Tribune about diversity in law, and her return to the firm where she launched her storied career.

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Connecticut's New Chief Justice Richard Robinson Talks About His Historic Rise

Robert Storace | July 10, 2018

Richard Robinson speaks to the Connecticut Law Tribune about his new role as chief justice of the state's high court, and what it means to be the first-ever black chief justice.

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A Woman of Many 'Firsts': Nina Elgo Takes On New Role as Connecticut Appellate Court Judge

Robert Storace | June 28, 2018

Nina Elgo became both the first Asian Pacific American judge appointed to the Connecticut Superior Court and then the Appellate Court. She spoke to the Connecticut Law Tribune Thursday.

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People Helping People: Lawyers Make Their Mark

Michael Marciano | June 28, 2018

Murtha Cullina has announced the addition of Juliana García-Uribe to its immigration practice group.

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Former US Attorney for Connecticut Deirdre Daly Joins Finn Dixon & Herling

Robert Storace | June 27, 2018

Six months after leaving her post as U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut, Deirdre Daly will join her husband, Al Pavlis, at Stamford's Finn Dixon & Herling.

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Attorney General Candidate John Shaban Talks Environment, Opioids in Interview

Robert Storace | June 25, 2018

By focusing on business growth, the environment and immigration, attorney general candidate John Shaban is hoping to become the first Republican to capture the seat in more than 60 years.

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Judge Robaina Discusses Role, Father's Influence

Robert Storace | June 22, 2018

Former Judge Antonio Robaina talked to the Connecticut Law Tribune about his 20 years on the bench and his new career with McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter.

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Connecticut Movers: Day Pitney Relocation Finalized

Michael Marciano | June 21, 2018

Announcements about newsworthy moves by local attorneys and firms.

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Attorney General Candidate Doyle Talks Consumer Protection, Trump, Opioids in Interview

Robert Storace | June 18, 2018

Paul Doyle is facing two Democrats in the August primary for attorney general. The state senator and Rocky Hill-based attorney is known for sometimes disagreeing with his party on the issues of the day.

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Attorney General Candidate Susan Hatfield Talks Guns, Gingrich, Opioids

Robert Storace | June 14, 2018

Susan Hatfield, whose family's roots in Connecticut date back to the colonial days, is traveling the state in an effort to become its first Republican attorney general in more than 60 years.

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Attorney General Candidate Mattei Talks Opioids, Prosecuting Rowland

Robert Storace | June 11, 2018

Trial attorney Chris Mattei is leaning on his experience as a Connecticut assistant U.S. attorney, where, among other things, he helped prosecute former Gov. John Rowland, to put him over the top to become the state's next attorney general.

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Connecticut Movers: Leadership Council Honors Attorney Agostinho 'Augie' Ribeiro

Michael Marciano | June 08, 2018

The award honors individuals who have excelled or served as role models in their Portuguese-American communities.

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Attorney General Candidate William Tong Talks Guns, Discrimination in Interview

Robert Storace | June 08, 2018

William Tong became the first Asian-American to serve in the Connecticut General Assembly. The Stamford representative is now looking to become the state's chief law enforcement officer as he runs for attorney general as a Democrat.

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Connecticut Movers: Saluting Heroes of Pro Bono Assistance

Michael Marciano | June 01, 2018

"Robinson & Cole continually demonstrates significant and longstanding dedication to the delivery of pro bono legal services,” said SLS Pro Bono Attorney Manager Ashleigh M. Backman.

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Mitchell & Sheahan Expands, Opens Third Office

Michael Marciano | May 24, 2018

A formal ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, led by Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe. The new office is located at 246 Post Rd. East, on the second floor.

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Connecticut Movers: Celebrations and Awards to Lawyers and Firms

Michael Marciano | May 18, 2018

Attorneys Erin E. Boatman, Irve J. Goldman, and Barbara H. Katz received Commercial Law and Bankruptcy (CLABBY) awards recently from the Connecticut Bar Association, in recognition of their professional achievements.

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Connecticut Movers: Pros Celebrate New Affiliations

Michael Marciano | May 11, 2018

Nicole S. Mulé of Hartford's Robinson & Cole has joined the board of directors of the not-for-profit Hartford Marathon Foundation.

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Connecticut Firms Tap Years of Experience in Making Their Latest Moves

Michael Marciano | April 27, 2018

Thomas D. Colin has rejoined the Greenwich law firm he co-founded after retiring as a Superior Court judge.

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Connecticut Movers: Accomplished Teams Assign Key Star Players

Michael Marciano | April 13, 2018

Attorney C. Peter Hitson has been named director of legal project and practice management in the Hartford office of Carlton Fields Jorden Burt.

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McDonald Nomination Highlights Flaws in Judicial Appointment System

Mark L. Dubois | April 06, 2018

Our constitution sets the term of judge and justices at eight years. That’s too short a period of time for a judge or justice to become really schooled in the business of judging. It’s also two years short of the vesting date for full pensions.

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Connecticut Movers: Making Improvements, Inside and Out

Michael Marciano | March 30, 2018

Ryan Ryan Deluca has named Michael R. Young and Claire E. Ryan partners in the firm.

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Tribune Announces 2018 Award Winners, Attorney of the Year Finalists

Michael Marciano | March 23, 2018

The nominations are in and winners have been chosen in 10 categories for the Connecticut Law Tribune's annual Professional Excellence Awards.

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Conn. Firms Toast Recent Promotions

Michael Marciano | March 23, 2018

Connecticut's Halloran & Sage has named Jonathan Kelly, Matthew Teich and Brian Tims its newest partners.

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National Distinctions for Connecticut Attorneys

Michael Marciano | March 16, 2018

Acclaimed Connecticut attorney-turned-filmmaker Michael Koskoff has been nominated for a fitting distinction to honor his contributions to the silver screen: a Silver Gavel Award from the American Bar Association.

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Moukawsher's Thoughtful Rulings Reveal Very Learned Hand

Mark Dubois | March 14, 2018

Judge Thomas Moukawsher wastes no time with fools or foolishness. Upon retiring from the bench, he might try faits divers.

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Connecticut Hispanic Bar Association Preps Students for National Competition

Michael Marciano | March 09, 2018

Four Connecticut law students have earned a trip to San Francisco, California, to represent the state at the Hispanic National Bar Association’s 2018 Corporate Counsel Conference.

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Harvard's Frank Sander, 'Godfather of ADR,' Dies at 90

Robert Storace | March 01, 2018

Known as the godfather and pioneer of ADR, Frank Sander was generous with sharing his extensive knowledge on the topic with others. He died recently at age 90.

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Winter Season Brings New Blood to CT Firms

Michael Marciano | February 23, 2018

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