Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association

02/02/2026

CTLA Statement Regarding Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions in Minnesota

07/20/2025

Coast to coast connections with the Hartford crew in San Francisco.

06/15/2025

Setting up for CTLA’s Annual Meeting! We are so excited about our new venue at Saint Clements Castle and having a fresh start. Looking forward to seeing many of you tomorrow!

05/17/2025

We had a great afternoon at UConn Law! Thank you to Alums Sydney Geer, Silver Golub & Teitell, Chris Houlihan, RisCassi & Davis & Caitlyn Malcynsky, Walsh Woodard LLC for supporting those fantastic students.

05/17/2025

Thanks to everyone who joined us for a great night of networking at Tox Brewing Co. in New London! It was great to see familiar faces and welcome new ones to the mix. Huge thanks to Bill Purschke and USClaims for sponsoring the evening!

05/14/2025

Our Spring CLEs were a hit! Varied programs, strong turnout, and positive reviews all around. We’re proud to keep delivering value to our members. Thank you to the amazing Chairs and Faculty that worked so hard on these amazing programs.

04/18/2025

Congratulations to Attorney Josh Koskoff for his recent inclusion as an Innovator on the TIME100 2025 list of The Most Influential People! This recognition reflects Josh’s unique work holding gun manufacturers accountable for their role in the "uniquely American epidemic of gun violence.” Josh is the third generation of Koskoffs at the firm Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder, representing a legacy built on the idea that every person has the right to seek justice no matter how challenging their case may be or what obstacle they face.

You can read more about Josh Koskoff and his many achievements here: https://time.com/collections/100-most-influential-people-2025/7273769/josh-koskoff/

04/12/2025

Further Statements:

International Academy of Trial Lawyers, https://iatl.net/joint-statement-defending-the-rule-of-law-amid-rising-attacks-on-the-judiciary-and-legal-profession/, the American Bar Association and Connecticut Bar Association, https://www.americanbar.org/news/abanews/aba-news-archives/2025/03/bar-organizations-statement-in-support-of-rule-of-law/, and the American Association for Justice, https://www.justice.org/resources/press-center/aaj-statement-on-attacks-on-law-firms.

03/07/2025

On Tuesday, CTLA members Karolina Dowd, Luke Reynolds and Julianne Klassen had the pleasure of attending the UConn Law Practice Area Dinner. It was a great event where they had enjoyable discussions with 1L students who are so enthusiastic! They spoke about the distinct fulfillment that comes from representing plaintiffs, and the unique opportunities for junior lawyers in this practice area. Thank you to Jordan Abbott, Senior Director of Alumni Relations, for organizing this great event.

02/28/2025

CTLA, in conjunction with CCDLA, delivered another spectacular Dow Santos Criminal Case Review at Grassy Hill Country Club. Under the leadership of Trent LaLima and Allison Near, the all-star line-up included the Chief State's Attorney, US Marshall, CTLA members, Chief Public Defenders and a member of the Judiciary. Well Done All!

02/28/2025

02/24/2025

On Friday morning, members of CT Trial Lawyers left the Center for Children’s Advocacy Black History Month Breakfast feeling deeply moved and inspired. Chief Justice Raheem Mullins delivered a very personal, and powerful, Keynote address urging all to advocate for children ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. It was an honor to be in a room full of change makers dedicated to fighting for CT’s kids.

L-R: CTLA CEO Joan Maloney, CTLA President Alinor Sterling