Courtney A. George

Attorney Kimmel is a Senior Partner at Berchem Moses PC whose primary practice area is civil litigation with a focus on family law and general civil litigation including personal injury. Attorney Kimmel is admitted to practice law in the courts of the State of Connecticut as well as the Connecticut federal district courts. He is a member of the Connecticut, Milford and Fairfield County Bar Associations, as well as the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Just...

Andrew R. Lubin practices primarily in the areas of commercial real estate and commercial finance law providing clients with counsel and representation in connection with the wide array of issues presented by real estate acquisition, ownership, development, financing and leasing. In connection with his real estate practice, he assists clients in all aspects of retail, commercial, office and industrial properties, including acquisition, financing, leasing (landlord and tenant), management and ...

A repeated recipient of Best Lawyers of America’s “Lawyer of the Year” , a member of the Executive Board of the National Employment Lawyers Association , a past president of the Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association , and a graduate of Yale Law School, Nina represents individuals in employment and civil rights litigation and negotiation. She is well versed in all aspects of employment law, including discrimination (on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, sexual orie...

In the 1980's, attorney Early successfully undertook to represent thousands of workers who contracted diseases from occupational exposure to asbestos. He is the co-founder and president of Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen, with offices in New Haven, Connecticut and New York City. Currently attorney Early concentrates his practice in representing asbestos victims, particularly those diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma. He represents thousands of asbestos victims nationwide. Also,...

Donni Halvorson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Donni practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Donni Halvorson 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 Donni Halvorson is held by other lawyers.

Karen is a partner in the Trust, Estates and Charitable Planning team. Karen’s practice is focused on wealth planning. She works with individuals, families and family offices providing legal advice on wealth transfer tax planning and fiduciary administration. As part of the wealth planning process, Karen regularly advises on business succession, charitable giving, and income tax planning for individuals, estates, trusts and business entities, including family offices and private trust c...

Allison Near is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Allison practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Allison Near 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 Allison Near is held ...

Marc A. Wallman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Marc A. practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Marc A. Wallman since 2007. 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 Marc A. Wallman is held by other lawyers.

Vimala B. Ruszkowski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Health Care and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Vimala B. practices law in Shelton, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Vimala B. Ruszkowski since 2022. 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 Vimala B. Ruszkowski is held by other lawyers.

Kari Mitchell represents debtors, creditors, committees, and trustees in bankruptcy matters. She has extensive experience in Chapter 7 liquidations, Chapter 11 reorganizations, and in bankruptcy litigation. Kari appreciates the technical nature of the bankruptcy code and enjoys devising practical solutions to the complex problems that can arise in any case. Kari was formerly a trial attorney with the United States Trustee Program—an arm of the Department of Justice overseeing bankruptcy...