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David is recognized as one of the leading commercial litigators in the State of Connecticut by his peers and clients. He has been listed annually in Chambers USA - America's Leading Lawyers for Business , where he has been praised by clients who state that "The quality of his work is superb, his analysis is thoughtful and he knows when to be diplomatic and when to fight." David served as Cohen and Wolf’s Managing Partner for more than a decade (2011-2020). Commercial Litigation David se...

Jacqueline F. Barbara is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Jacqueline F. practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Jacqueline F. Barbara since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jacqueline F. Barbara is held by other lawyers.

G. Kenneth Bernhard is a principal in Cohen and Wolf's Municipal , Business & Corporate , Real Estate , Family Law and Appellate Groups. Dividing his time between the firm's Bridgeport and Westport offices, Mr. Bernhard represents municipalities and a wide range of businesses, as well as individuals, in litigation, real estate, matrimonial and commercial matters. Mr. Bernhard has extensive experience in all phases of municipal law, including land use, administrative appeals, condemnations...

ANNMARIE P. BRIONES is Of Counsel to Cohen and Wolf’s Family Law and Litigation Groups practicing in the firm’s Bridgeport and Westport offices. Ms. Briones practices primarily in the area of family law representing parties in divorce, legal separation, custody and post-judgment dissolution matters. Ms. Briones currently serves on the Faculty of the National Institute of Trial Advocacy. She has frequently served as a court appointed Guardian ad Litem and Attorney for Minor Childre...

Jason represents individual, corporate and municipal clients in a wide range of litigation matters including complex commercial disputes, business litigation, construction disputes, real property and title disputes, tax appeals, and municipal enforcement proceedings. He also regularly advises municipal and private clients with respect to local property tax and exemption issues and advises municipalities on a variety of local governmental matters. Additionally, he serves as an Attorney Trial R...

Tatiana F. DaSilva is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Tatiana F. practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Tatiana F. DaSilva since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Tatiana F. DaSilva is held by other lawyers.

Richard has forty years' experience advising clients in tax matters, estate planning and administration, and business law. His clients include closely held corporations, partnerships, funds, tax-exempt organizations and high net worth individuals. Prior to entering the practice of law, Richard practiced as a Certified Public Accountant. His extensive knowledge of tax law enables him to counsel clients with respect to complex estate planning issues as well as the formation, operation, and sale...

Richard Diviney is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Richard specializes in providing comprehensive legal solutions for individuals and families in matters concerning asset management, estate planning, and probate administration in the Firm's Trusts & Estates group. With expertise in drafting wills, trusts, and other essential documents, Richard is committed to safeguarding clients' assets and ensuring that their estate planning goals...