Marilyn B. Fagelson

Marilyn B. Fagelson

New Haven, CT recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014
Harris Beach Murtha

105 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Insurance Law Litigation - Insurance

Biography

Based in New Haven, Connecticut, Marilyn Fagelson is an experienced trial and appellate attorney at Harris Beach Murtha. Her practice primarily focuses on handling complex commercial litigation, including Insurance Law and Litigation - Insurance.

With a comprehensive understanding of commercial disputes, Marilyn engages in cases involving antitrust and unfair trade practice claims, breach of contract, and various business torts. She advocates for her clients in state and federal courts, arbitration, and administrative proceedings, advancing their interests through trials, appeals, mediation, and informal settlements.

Marilyn's practice is deeply rooted in litigation involving coverage disputes, with a track record of resolving high-profile cases in both state and federal trial and appellate courts. Her dedication to the field led to her election as a Fellow to the American College of Coverage Counsel in 2020. She actively participates in professional circles as a member of the American Bar Association’s Insurance Litigation Committee and as a past Chair of the Insurance Law Section of the Connecticut Bar Association.

In addition to her litigation work, Marilyn frequently speaks at seminars and meetings organized by bar associations and professional organizations. She offers training on critical legal topics such as state and federal antitrust laws and electronic discovery, benefiting clients, colleagues, and professional groups.

Harris Beach Murtha

105 Best Lawyers awards

Harris Beach Murtha logo

Overview

  • Hofstra University, J.D., graduated 1983
  • Hofstra University, J.D., graduated 1983

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Insurance Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Insurance Law, New Haven (2024)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Insurance Law
  • Litigation - Insurance

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