George A. Reilly

Matthew K. Beatman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Matthew K., who practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

William M. Bloss is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. William M., who practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2003. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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...

Rachel A. Pencu is a principal in Cohen and Wolf's Family Law and Litigation Groups. Dividing her time between the firm's Bridgeport and Westport offices, Ms. Pencu practices primarily in the area of family law litigation. Ms. Pencu serves as a Special Master, appointed by the Superior Court, to mediate divorce disputes in the judicial districts of Bridgeport, Danbury and Milford. She is admitted to practice in Connecticut and is a member of the American, Connecticut Fairfield County and Grea...

Charles W. Pieterse is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Charles W., who practices law in Stamford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Charles W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Charlie is a Principal and Co-Chair of Cummings & Lockwood's Fiduciary and Probate Litigation...

Michelle M. Zulawski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Michelle M., who practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michelle M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Monte E. Frank is a member in Pullman & Comley’s Litigation practice, representing business and municipal clients in the state and federal courts in Connecticut and before administrative agencies on a wide range of matters. He regularly represents clients in mediation and arbitration in Connecticut and other states. Monte is immediate past president of both the Connecticut Bar Association and the New England Bar Association. He previously served as president-elect and vice-president...

Laura Weintraub Beck is Firm-wide Chairman and Managing Director of Cummings & Lockwood. She is based in the Greenwich office. She focuses her practice on estate planning, including business succession planning and planning for real estate holdings, estate administration, probate litigation and trust administration. Laura was formerly the Chairman of Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Group. In addition, she was previously Director of Client Communication for the Private Clie...

David S. Golub is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. David S., who practices law in Stamford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2006. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ernie Teitell's career is defined not just by verdicts and settlements, but by the lasting change his work has brought about. When he represented the family of a 6-year-old boy who drowned after becoming entrapped in a swimming pool drain, the family dedicated the proceeds to pool safety, leading to significant changes in state regulations for pools and equipment. After the attacks of September 11, 2001, Ernie volunteered his legal services to Connecticut families of victims. And his advocacy...