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James T. (Tim) Shearin is a member of the firm’s Executive Committee and chair of the Litigation Department. He has wide-ranging experience in state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate levels, and before arbitration and mediation boards. He represents clients in the areas of commercial, intellectual property, Internet piracy and computer crimes, banking, securities, antitrust, civil rights, products liability and general civil litigation. Tim has lectured and written on ...

Taruna is a distinguished commercial litigator based in Stamford, Connecticut, with a focus on bankruptcy and creditor debtor rights, insolvency, and reorganization law. She has a proven track record in managing business litigation, successfully representing clients in both state and federal courts, including bankruptcy courts. Recognized by the Connecticut Bar Association for her dedication and professionalism, Taruna offers over 20 years of legal experience, providing valuable insights in b...

Kathleen Nastri is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Kathleen practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Kathleen Nastri since 2005. 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 Kathleen Nastri is held by other lawyers.

David Lehn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. David practices law in Greenwich, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized David Lehn 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 David Lehn is held by other lawyers.

Ross M. Kaufman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Ross M. practices law in Stamford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Ross M. Kaufman since 2024. 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 Ross M. Kaufman is held by other lawyers.

Kristin B. Mayhew is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Commercial Litigation. Kristin B. practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Kristin B. Mayhew since 2023. 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 Kristin B. Mayhew ...

A persuasive and successful litigator, Phil has handled a variety of litigation matters including complex commercial disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, adverse possession claims, prescriptive easement claims, quiet title actions, landlord/tenant cases, and collection actions. He frequently appears in the Connecticut Probate Court system representing beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and creditors in a variety of probate litigation matters, including con...

Stephen M. Cowherd is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Stephen M. practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen M. Cowherd since 2023. 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 Stephen M. Cowherd is held by other lawyers.

JENNIFER A. BASCIANO is a principal of Brody Wilkinson and is a member of the firm’s Trusts & Estates Group. Jennifer guides clients through their estate planning options and works with them to develop individualized estate plans that are tailored to the goals of each client. In addition, Jennifer has particular expertise advising clients in the area of Estate Settlement for both Connecticut and New York estates, which provides her with a unique perspective and allows her to provide...

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...