North Haven, CT

James G. Williams

James G. Williams is a partner at Williams, Walsh & O’Connor, LLC in North Haven, Connecticut. With 40 years of experience, he represents clients in complex personal injury, products liability, professional negligence, medical malpractice, municipal liability, and FELA cases. He is a graduate of Quinnipiac College School of Law and is admitted to practice in Connecticut, the U.S. Federal Courts, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. He has received the American Jurisprudence Award for Excellence in Administrative Law and Evidence, is a member of the Million Dollar Club, and has a Preeminent Rating by Peer Group of Lawyers. He has also been named to Super Lawyers lists for Connecticut.

James J. Nugent

James J. Nugent is a seasoned personal injury attorney at Nugent & Bryant in North Haven, Connecticut, with over 30 years of experience and more than 75 trials to his credit. A Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, he has been recognized in the Connecticut Super Lawyers® list and holds an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Jim Nugent has dedicated his legal career to representing individuals in personal injury and insurance claims since 1989. His commitment to understanding each client’s unique situation sets him apart - Jim takes the time to learn their stories and goals, which allows him to present compelling cases that resonate with judges and juries. This approach has resulted in numerous successful outcomes, including multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients. As a former infantryman in the Connecticut Army National Guard, Jim brings discipline and determination to his legal practice. His service continued during his first seven years as an attorney, reinforcing his commitment to standing up for others. When not in the courtroom, Jim channels his energy into endurance sports, having completed seven Ironman triathlons. His dedication to preparation and perseverance in these demanding events mirrors his approach to legal advocacy. Jim’s family is central to his life. He and his wife Julie have two sons - Jimmy, who works as a CPA in New Hampshire, and Patrick, who recently joined Nugent & Bryant as an attorney, continuing the family’s legal tradition of helping those in need.

Mark Goodman

Attorney Mark L. Goodman received his B.A. from Rutgers University in 1972 and a master’s in education from Southern Connecticut State College in 1975. He attended New England School of Law and graduated cum laude in 1983. He concentrates his practice in the areas of criminal defense representation and personal injury. He formerly served as General Counsel for Fair Haven Development Corporation and has lectured on real estate and landlord tenant matters for Fair Haven Development Corporation and Hill Development Corporation.

R. Bartley Halloran

Founder and Senior Partner of Halloran & Halloran, Bart Halloran has practiced law for over 35 years. Since obtaining his law degree from the University of Connecticut, Attorney Halloran has served as the lead attorney in over 2,225 mediations, arbitrations, and other civil matters. He has tried in excess of 200 cases to verdict. He has argued numerous appeals in the Connecticut Appellate and Supreme Courts as well as the Second Circuit. Attorney Halloran has been appointed to numerous governmental positions including Chairman of the Capital City Economic Development Authority. In 2007, Attorney Halloran was appointed to serve as District Counsel to the Metropolitan District Commission. As District Counsel, he supervises all aspects of the two billion dollar Clean Water Program. Attorney Halloran is also active in numerous bar associations. Most recently, he was elected as a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers.

Louis J. Dagostine

Attorney Louis J. Dagostine is a partner at Ciulla & Donofrio, LLP, practicing law in Connecticut since 2001. He is a graduate of Colby College and Hofstra University School of Law. His practice focuses on business litigation, insurance defense, construction law, creditors’ rights litigation, and personal injury litigation. He has been recognized as a 'Rising Star' by Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers multiple times and is active in community service in Shelton, CT.

Jeffrey M. Donofrio

Attorney Jeffrey M. Donofrio has been a commercial litigation attorney in Connecticut since 1990. He is a graduate of Boston College and the Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. He represents businesses and public agencies in various civil litigation matters, including construction law, municipal law, contract law, and business torts. He also serves as Town Attorney for Berlin and Cheshire, and as Consumer Affairs Officer for the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority. He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized as a Local Litigation Star and in Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America.

Peter G. Billings

Peter Billings is an aggressive, dedicated and effective trial lawyer who has successfully fought for his clients in the highest stake cases. Whether it involves a life changing injury or a serious criminal allegation, Peter will fight to get you results while providing compassionate representation. He has obtained significant financial compensation for his injured clients and "not guilty" criminal verdicts for clients charged with serious criminal offenses. His experience and ability to litigate criminal cases make him the right advocate to have in your corner. He believes there are several keys to obtaining the highest quality results: knowledge, experience, communication, and dedication. These core principals are the bedrock principals that Peter uses in his practice of law, the reason he is highly respected by his colleagues, and the approach he brings to every case. Peter is results-driven and his record of success proves it. Peter is extremely proud of the firm he has built and takes pride in standing beside his clients in their time of need. He has been recognized in Connecticut Magazine’s Super Lawyer edition as a Rising Star, a Top 40 Under 40 attorney by the National Trial Lawyers, and has a 10 out of 10 rating on Avvo. He received his B.A. in English and Political Science from the University of Connecticut. He received his J.D. from Quinnipiac University School of Law where he graduated cum laude, with honors in his criminal law and advocacy concentration, and was the Editor-In-Chief of the Quinnipiac Probate Journal. After graduating from law school, Peter worked as a Public Defender in New Haven Superior Court where he represented clients charged with a wide range of serious offenses.