I’ve tried writing this post for the past week. Tried. On February 25, 2012, I lost a colleague, friend, and mentor.  After a long and courageous battle with cancer,  Bill Leone died early Saturday morning. I’ve worked at Leone, Throwe, Teller & Nagle (LTTN) as an attorney for every day of my professional life. I … Read more

I’m proud to announce that “A Connecticut Law Blog” has a sibling. “Connecticut. Runner. Lawyer.” was born last week.  I’m excited to have a space devoted to exploring running.  I’m passionate about the practice of law. I’m passionate about running. I think “Connecticut. Runner. Lawyer” is going to be great.  I’m excited to explore a … Read more

Very sad to learn that Judge Brian Griffin passed away today. Judge Griffin represented the very best of our profession. He was a competent judge with a compassionate heart. He listened and was kind to all who appeared before him. He will be missed greatly by many in the Greater Windsor community.

On March 6th, I’ll be sharing the secrets of law blogging to some of Connecticut’s young lawyers. The audience will be comprised of lawyers looking to start blogs. I founded this site over 4 years ago. What is written here has been picked up by news outlets such as the Wall Street Journal. Some of … Read more

I’m really looking forward to this event and not because I’m speaking at it. This panel features some of Connecticut’s most outstanding law bloggers.  I read their blogs.  Many thanks to the Young Lawyers Section for putting this together. Best of all the cost to attend is: free. Attend this event if you have ever … Read more

Last night, I had dinner with some friends.  We were discussing litigation. Specifically, we were discussing the need to be heard. A few years ago, I was involved in a small dispute between a landlord and tenant. As is often, but not always the case, I was representing a landlord. This just happened to be … Read more

“If we remain flexible and adapt, we may remain relevant”. – Mark Dubois, on the Legal Marketplace, in the Connecticut Law Tribune, February 6, 2012

Editorial Note: CCADV made an outstanding choice in selecting Karen Jarmoc as its leader. Hartford, CT– The Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) has selected Karen M. Jarmoc to serve as its leader as it moves forward with its meaningful work to strengthen Connecticut’s response to victims of domestic violence. Board President, Sandy Aldieri today … Read more

Breaking news: “Landside” Dan Schwartz bests WNPR’s John Dankosky in Sad City Hartford’s “Hot In Hartford Competition” proving that lawyers are just slightly more well liked than members of the media. update: Spelling Mr. Dankosky’s name wrong in the original title of my post – not good (I did get it right in the post itself). … Read more