Hilary S. Kabak

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...

Brian E. Tims is an experienced attorney with a strong background in general litigation. Brian represents businesses of all sizes as well as individuals in a variety of litigation matters including labor and employment, professional liability, products liability, land disputes, construction defect, premises liability, and automobile liability. He also handles commercial litigation, including breach of contract and unfair trade practice matters. In addition to his robust civil practice, Brian ...

Adam D. Cahn is a litigator with decades of experience representing individuals and families in personal injury litigation and Legal malpractice matters throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Since beginning his legal career in 1994, he has handled complex cases in both state and federal courts, advocating for clients in matters involving catastrophic injuries , negligence claims, and wrongful conduct. Mr. Cahn’s practice includes Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, with...

Eric D. Bernheim is one of Fairfield County’s most sought-after real estate attorneys. Eric represents prominent developers, landlords, tenants, and lenders in transactions of all kinds, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, and financing. He also handles zoning and land use matters. Eric’s clients range from national hospitality groups to local businesses, developers, municipalities, and individuals, providing sound counsel for all of their real estate and business-relate...

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...

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

Thomas S. Lambert is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Construction. Thomas S. practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Thomas S. Lambert 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 Thomas S. Lambert is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Casper is a Past President of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA) and he has served on the CTLA Board of Governors since 1987. He serves on CTLA's, Legislative, Amicus Curiae, Medical Malpractice, Public Relations, and Fund Raising committees and he served on every Executive Committee of CTLA from 1990 - 2010. In addition he served as an elected member of the Board of Governors of the American Association of Justice (“AAJ” formerly known as “ATLA”) fro...

Rachel B.G. Sherman is a Principal in Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Group and is based in the Stamford office. She joined the Firm in 1999. Rachel works with high net worth individuals and families to address their estate planning needs, including the preparation of wills and trusts, tax planning, multi-generational planning, planning for retirement benefits and real estate holdings, gifting and preparation of gift tax returns. Rachel also focuses her practice on estate admi...

THOMAS P. PARRINO is a partner and co-founder of PARRINO|SHATTUCK, PC. He represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, alimony, child custody, child support, and property division. With more than 25 years of experience practicing family law, Parrino is considered a top attorney in his field, handling some of the most intricate and high-asset family law litigation in Connecticut. He is a tenacious negotiator and litigator. He was named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers,...