Best Lawyers in Connecticut, United States for Commercial Litigation
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A persuasive and successful litigator, Phil has handled a variety of litigation matters including complex commercial disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, adverse possession claims, prescriptive easement claims, quiet title actions, landlord/tenant cases, and collection actions. He frequently appears in the Connecticut Probate Court system representing beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and creditors in a variety of probate litigation matters, including con...
Thomas P. Lambert is a trusted advisor to multinational organizations, local businesses, insurance companies, and their insureds. Tom represents clients in commercial and civil litigation as well as corporate and real estate transactions, providing advice and counsel. His breadth of experience extends across nearly every area of law, including professional liability, premises liability, products liability, employment, and directors & officers liability, involving claims of construction de...
Sarah N. Smeriglio is a member of the firm’s Healthcare Law and Professional Malpractice & Insurance Defense practice groups. While in law school, she joined the firm as a legal extern assisting in the firm’s healthcare practice. In 2020, Sarah graduated from Quinnipiac University in the three + three law program and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences, magna cum laude . Upon entering Law School, Sarah received an International Policy Award Scholarship base...
Sara Bigman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Labor and Employment Law - Employee, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Sara, 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 Sara is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and...
Jonathan W. Fazzino is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Jonathan W., who practices law in Hartford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jonathan W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Lauren T. Astone’s legal experience spans both litigation and transactional matters. With a keen understanding of the intricacies of both areas of law, she provides her clients with guidance and representation tailored to their specific needs. In her litigation practice, Lauren consistently demonstrates her ability to navigate complex legal disputes and achieve favorable outcomes for her clients. She has successfully represented individuals and businesses in various civil litigation mat...
Wilson Carroll is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Land Use and Zoning Law, Municipal Law and Real Estate Law. Wilson, who practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Wilson is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Kara A. Zarchin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Kara A., who practices law in Stamford, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kara A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kara A. Zarchin is an Associate in Cummings & Lockwood's Litigation Group and is based in the Stamford office whe...
Bianca LoGiurato is an Associate in Pullman & Comley's Litigation and the Labor and Employment practices. She focuses on commercial and employment litigation, and frequently litigates issues related to consumer complaints, the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act, the Common Interest Ownership Act, landlord-tenant law, and on occasion, intellectual property disputes. Bianca has experience in the Connecticut Superior and Federal Courts, as well as in arbitration, small claims, housing, p...
Emilio Estrella Teron is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Family Law and Intellectual Property Law. Emilio Estrella, who practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emilio Estrella is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Joseph R. Dunaj is a member of the firm’s commercial litigation, and bankruptcy and creditor rights groups. His extensive experience includes representation of financial institutions and creditors in various collection cases and foreclosure cases, inclusive of settlement negotiations, title matters, and both appellate and bankruptcy work. Joseph regularly draws upon his broad knowledge of the law and practical court experience in order to achieve positive results in court for clients. P...
Kaelyn Mostafa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Kaelyn, who practices law in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kaelyn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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