Francis J. "Frank" Duffin

Ed is partner in the private client and tax team at Withers Bergman LLP. He focuses on domestic and international private client matters. Ed provides legal advice on US and international estate planning, income maximization strategies, FLP and LLC planning, wealth preservation, business succession planning, international tax planning for entities and individuals, trust structures and estate administration. Ed often uses sophisticated domestic and offshore insurance strategies to solve client ...

Jane Elaine Ballerini practices in the areas of commercial real estate law, commercial finance and general commercial and business law. She represents local and national banks in the extension of asset-based, mortgage and construction loans to commercial borrowers. Attorney Ballerini is one of a few practicing U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Designated Attorneys in the State. Her sub-specialty is representing traditional lenders and Certified Development Companies in transactions inv...

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

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,...

Amanda DeMatteis represents individuals in litigation, particularly employment, personal injury, and workers’ compensation. She represents employees in both state and federal courts in a wide variety of employment matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination (on the basis of pregnancy, sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion or national origin), sexual harassment, defamation, retaliation, and hostile work environment. Amand...

Robert L. Schwab was born and raised in New Haven. He attended Choate Rosemary Hall and graduated from Amherst College in 1982. He received his law degree from the Quinnipiac College of law in 1990. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Schwab worked for Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford, Connecticut as a purchasing representative and in their Long Beach, California, West Coast Field Office as a subcontract administrator. Before joining the law firm of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, Mr. Sc...

Jason Stanevich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor Law - Management. Jason practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Jason Stanevich since 2026. 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 Jason Stanevich is held by other lawyers.

Kevin M. Godbout has a broad range of experience in the practice of professional liability defense. He represents professionals involved in disputes both in and out of court. These professionals include attorneys, architects, engineers, land surveyors, and accountants. He also represents businesses and individuals involved in commercial disputes. Kevin has significant experience resolving complex disputes through mediation. Kevin is recognized by Super Lawyers and named to the Connecticut Sup...

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...

Rebecca N. Brindley is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Rebecca N. practices law in Shelton, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Rebecca N. Brindley 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 Rebecca N. Brindley is held by other lawyers.