Margaret M. "Peg" Sheahan

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...

Andy Corea is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services in intellectual property matters, with a focus on trademark and copyright law. Before the integration into Harris Beach Murtha in 2025, he served as the managing partner of Murtha Cullina. Andy is committed to creative, pragmatic, and thoughtful problem-solving, ensuring thorough guidance for his clients. At Harris Beach Murtha, he offers advice on all facets of trademark and copyright law, addressing both transactional and adv...

George E. O'Brien represents and counsels employers on a wide variety of labor matters, including: Collective bargaining Unfair labor practice proceedings Labor representation cases and elections Grievances Injunction proceedings Arbitrations Mediation Union relationships Wrongful discharge Breach of contract Discrimination claims Jury trials He appears in state and federal courts and represents management before the National Labor Relations Board and other administrative agencies, including ...

Clifford A. Merin is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Clifford A. practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Clifford A. Merin 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 Clifford A. Merin is held by other lawyers.

Jeffrey M. Donofrio has been practicing law in Connecticut since 1990. Jeff's practice is focused, by design, on 3 areas: construction law, municipal law and commercial litigation. In addition to his extensive expertise in the foregoing areas of the law, Jeff's responsiveness, passion and commitment to clients, ability to understand each client's unique needs, and his efficiency enable him to effectively serve the needs of many local municipalities and businesses of all sizes. Jeff's approach...

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 ...

Mark W. Dost is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Mark W. practices law in Southbury, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Mark W. Dost since 2001. 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 Mark W. Dost is held by other lawyers.

Rosemarie Paine is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Rosemarie practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Rosemarie Paine since 2011. 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 Rosemarie Paine is held by other lawyers.

Attorney Dan Petroskey represents individuals and families in personal injury matters throughout Connecticut from the offices of DeFronzo & Petroskey PC in Waterbury, Connecticut. Admitted to the Connecticut Bar in 2004, Dan has devoted his practice to Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, helping clients pursue compensation after injuries caused by negligence. Over the course of his career, Dan has represented thousands of injured clients in matters involving motor vehicle accidents ,...

Brian Kenney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Brian practices law in New Haven, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Brian Kenney 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 Brian Kenney is held by other lawyers.