Patrick M. Birney

Andrew C. Glassman is chair of the Business and Finance practice. His practice includes corporate law, commercial transactions and employment and labor relations advisory services. Andy routinely works with many middle market companies as their general counsel where he advises such clients on their merger and acquisition activities, capital raises restructurings, supply and services agreements, material vendor contracts, loan documentation and advises such clients with respect to retention of...

Molly collaborates with clients in Bantam, Connecticut, to achieve their objectives through tailored and innovative legal solutions. As a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, her practice focuses on comprehensive estate planning, estate and trust administration, and elder law for families and individuals. In addition, she provides guidance on real estate and taxation matters. Appointed by the Governor in 2013, Molly represents Connecticut as a delegate to the Uniform La...

Mr. McQuade represents and counsels private and public employers with respect to a wide-range of employment, civil rights and business issues. Mr. McQuade has extensive experience in defending employers, municipal entities and government officials in state and federal court and in administrative tribunals, against a variety of employment law claims, including civil rights claims, First and Fourteenth Amendment claims, race discrimination claims, disability discrimination claims, age discrimin...

Ms. Dixon defends employers in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies against a variety of employment law claims, including workplace discrimination, contract, and tort claims. She also counsels employers on a wide range of employment issues, such as employee discipline, family and medical leave matters, and compliance with various state and federal employment laws and regulations. Ms. Dixon regularly presents seminars on employment-related issues, including sexual harass...

Cheryl L. Cassella is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Cheryl L. practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Cheryl L. Cassella since 2018. 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 Cheryl L. Cassella is held by other lawyers.

Louis J. Donofrio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Louis J. practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Louis J. Donofrio since 2018. 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 Louis J. Donofrio is held by other lawyers.

Proloy K. Das is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Proloy K. practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Proloy K. Das 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 Proloy K. Das is held by other lawyers.

Joe Szerejko is a litigator based in Hartford, Connecticut, at Harris Beach Murtha, focusing on Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. He represents municipalities, government officials, corporations, and individuals in various legal matters, including real estate, land use, zoning, property tax, and foreclosure. Joe frequently advocates for clients in state and local administrative and judicial proceedings, including appeals before the Connecticut Appellate Court and Connecticut Supre...

Attorney J. Patten Brown, III was born in Greenville, Mississippi and lived most of his young life in Guatemala City, Guatemala. He holds a B.A. in History and Political Science from Ole Miss. His Juris Doctor was awarded by the Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Louisiana State University. In school, he was a member of several social, athletic, and professional organizations from the Pi Kappa Alpha social fraternity to his participation in ROTC. After his military service, he began working for a lar...

Myles H. Alderman, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Myles H. practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Myles H. Alderman, Jr. 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 Myles H. Alderman, Jr. is held by other...