Dan Brody

Dan A. Brody

(he/him/his)

Associate

Dan A. Brody

(he/him/his)

Associate

  • Overview

    Biography

    Dan Brody is a member of the firm’s Litigation Section, including the Business Litigation Group and the Government Enforcement and White-Collar Defense, and Internal Investigations and Corporate Compliance Teams. He focuses his practice on complex business litigation matters, government and internal investigations, corporate compliance, and criminal defense.

    Business Litigation

    Dan routinely helps businesses navigate complex business disputes in state and federal courts. He handles a range of business disputes, including claims of breach of contract, unfair trade practices, theft of trade secrets, claims stemming from employee misconduct, and other business torts. His clients have included small and large companies in the financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, and technology industries, educational institutions, and governmental and nonprofit organizations.

    Government Enforcement and White-Collar Defense

    Dan regularly represents and advises institutional clients in all stages of criminal and civil government enforcement actions and investigations.  Dan has experience handling a wide range of enforcement matters including those involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), False Claims Act (FCA), anti-money laundering, export/import violations, healthcare fraud, and securities fraud. This work has involved federal and state agencies, including:

    • the United States Department of Justice 
    • various United States Attorneys' Offices
    • the United States Department of Justice, Office of the Special Counsel (Special Counsel: Robert Mueller)
    • the Securities and Exchange Commission
    • United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement
    • the United States Department of Commerce
    • the Federal Bureau of Investigation
    • the Environmental Protection Agency
    • the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of the Inspector General
    • state/district attorneys’ offices
    • state attorneys general and other administrative agencies in various states

    Dan's experience has included representation of nonprofit associations in connection with federal compliance audits, the defense of a company from federal criminal charges in connection with a joint United States Department of Justice and Environmental Protection Agency investigation, the representation of clients in response to civil investigative demands and criminal grand jury proceedings, the representation of a client in connection with a federal grand jury subpoena issued by the United States Department of Justice, Office of the Special Counsel (Robert Mueller), in connection with the Michael D. Cohen probe; and the representation of a financial services investment firm in response to an enforcement action brought by the SEC.

    Internal Investigations and Corporate Compliance

    Dan conducts internal investigations for entities facing crisis situations as a result of a variety of matters, such as allegations of financial wrongdoing, regulatory non-compliance, employee misconduct, whistleblower complaints, or the FCPA. Dan has experience conducting internal investigations that range in scope from single discrete issues to complex, multi-issue, and cross-border investigations. 

    Recognition

    Dan has been selected as a Rising Star to the Connecticut Super Lawyers list from 2019 to 2022. He was also selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar for 2022 and 2023.

    Pro Bono and Community Involvement

    Dan also maintains a significant pro bono practice. In particular, he participates in the firm’s Domestic Violence Restraining Order program, where he provides free representation to victims of domestic violence who are seeking restraining orders. .

    Dan serves on the board of directors for the Children’s Law Center in Hartford, Connecticut. He is also President and a member of the board of directors for the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA).

    Prior to joining the firm, Dan was a law clerk for Chief Judge William J. Lavery and Judge Thomas A. Bishop at the Connecticut Appellate Court. He also was an intern law clerk for Judge Michael P. Shea at the United States District Court, District of Connecticut.

    While in law school, Dan interned for the United States Department of Justice, Gang and Organized Crime Division, and for the Office of the Chief State’s Attorney, Appellate Bureau, where he briefed, argued, and won State v. Schuler, 157 Conn. App. 757, 118 A.3d 91 (2015), in the Connecticut Appellate Court. In addition, Dan was a pro bono honoree and the recipient of the Aspen Law and Business Award for Evidence and the Alvin Pudlin Scholarship for First Amendment study. He is also a former college soccer player.

     

  • Experience
    • Experience

      Experience

        Government Enforcement

      • Assisted with representation of a corporation in connection with a joint U.S. Department of Justice and Environmental Protection Agency investigation. Helped with negotiating a favorable resolution and plea terms for client.

      • Assisted in the representation of a Massachusetts energy company’s response to a civil investigative demand issued by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office.

      • Represented accounting firm as a witness in a public corruption grand jury investigation brought by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut.

      • Represented a medical facility in connection with an investigation conducted by the Office of the Inspector General for the U.S. Housing Urban Development. Over the course of the representation, provided context around the areas under investigation, resulting in no adverse consequences to client.

      • Represented an AbilityOne non-profit organization that was the target of a False Claims Act investigation conducted by the United States Department of Justice.

      • Represented corporation in election financing investigation brought by the Connecticut State Election Enforcement Commission (SEEC) arising out of a related investigation of a principal of the corporation.

      • Represented health system in connection with a joint U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and state attorney general investigation into opioid prescription practices by medical providers.

      • Represented an energy consulting firm in connection with fraudulent activity committed by an employee during the course of a project with a municipality and utility company. The fraudulent activity related to one of the project’s funding sources and an energy-related incentive. Following an internal investigation, the matter was resolved with no adverse consequences to our client.

      • Represented a private college in connection with internal investigation and corresponding criminal prosecution of employee embezzlement scheme. Through these processes, the college received a full recovery of stolen funds. 

        • Internal Investigations

      • Conducted an internal investigation of the India-based subsidiary of a United States manufacturing company related to potential Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violations after client’s auditors discovered possible misconduct. The investigation required travel to India to conduct witness interviews and a site visit, and implicated conduct occurring in China, Thailand, and the Philippines. Following the investigation, advised client on the appropriate responses to possible violations, both FCPA- and business-related, including whether a voluntary disclosure was appropriate or beneficial. The case team also revised client’s anti-corruption polices and FCPA training materials.

      • Conducted an internal investigation of a medical treatment facility in response to law enforcement inquiries and the commencement of criminal charges against multiple employees of the treatment facility. One aspect of the investigation included identifying areas of the treatment facility’s internal policies and procedures in need of revision and suggesting appropriate revisions. Upon the conclusion of the investigation, coordinated the criminal defenses of the treatment facility’s employees, which resulted in the dismissal of all criminal charges.

      • Conducted an internal investigation for a national insurance company arising from anonymous tips alleging executive knowledge and cover-up of insurance agent fraudulent scheme. The results of the investigation enabled the client to make crucial business decisions, take appropriate employment action, and improve its compliance protocols.

      • Conducted an expeditious and time-sensitive internal investigation into the laboratory practices of an FDA-regulated nutritional supplement manufacturer arising out of the purchase of unusual laboratory testing ingredients and the suspicion that microbiologists and laboratory employees were not following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Ultimately, through the investigation, was able to determine what laboratory procedure were followed, the reasons for such conduct, and the parties with knowledge of the conduct. 

      • Performed internal investigation into allegations of sexual and physical abuse of students committed by former employees of a Connecticut private elementary and high school with a residential program.  Investigation involved numerous interviews of former students and employees of the school, analysis of school records, and counseling the school in connection with inquires made by the media and outside attorneys regarding allegations of abuse that spanned decades.  

      • Performed an internal investigation for an energy company in response to allegations made by a state regulatory agency related to fraud, dishonesty, and misconduct in connection with multi-million dollar incentive program. The investigation involved the collection of over a terabyte of electronic data and extensive corresponding witnesses interviews. 

        • Litigation

      • Assisted in representation of educational institution against claims arising from alleged sexual abuse of a minor by school faculty. Case settled before trial.

      • Appointed by the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut to represent an incarcerated plaintiff in a civil rights claim brought against the State of Connecticut for the denial of prescription medication. Obtained a four-figure settlement in the case.

      • Represented non-profit historical organization in a lawsuit brought in federal court by the owner of property abutting the organization’s museum. Succeeded in obtaining a settlement for the organization that required the abutting property owner to make a financial payment to the organization. Following the settlement, succeeded in enforcing the terms of the settlement agreement, including compelling payment of the financial obligation.

      • Successfully briefed and argued in Connecticut Superior Court a motion to strike allegations that a religious organization had violated Connecticut’s mandatory reporting statute negligently and recklessly. Result was obtained despite adverse Superior Court precedent.

        • Appellate

      • Appearing on behalf of the State of Connecticut, successfully obtained the affirmance of a defendant’s conviction for sexual assault. State v. Schuler, 157 Conn. App. 757, 118 A.3d 91 (2015).*

        *Attorney Brody was counsel in this matter prior to joining Robinson+Cole.

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    • Professional Associations

      Professional Associations

      Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association
      Immediate Past President (2021 - 2022)
      Board of Directors (2021 - 2022)
      President (2019 - 2021)
      Vice President (2018 - 2019)
      Secretary (2017 - 2018)

      Connecticut Bar Association
      Pro Bono Committee Co-chair

      National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
      Alternate Regional Governor for the Northeast Region
      Subcommittee Chair, Young Lawyers Network
      Leadership Advancement Program Cohort (2023 - 2024)
    • Honors + Awards

      Honors + Awards

      Presented with the Diversity Initiative Award by the Connecticut Law Tribune, 2022

      Recognized as a New Leader in the Law by the Connecticut Law Tribune, 2020

      Selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in the area of Commercial Litigation for 2023 and Criminal Defense: White-Collar for 2022 and 2023.

      Selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2021 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in the areas of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

      Selected as a Rising Star to the Connecticut Super Lawyers list from 2019 to 2021.

      Presented with the 2020 Graduates of the Last Decade Impact Award by the University of Connecticut (UConn) School of Law Alumni Association

      Presented with the 2021 Carolyn Golden Hebsgaard Award by the Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity

      Robinson+Cole Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award Recipient, 2021

      Named to the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) First 100 Plus Class of 2019 for demonstrating leadership and commitment to improving the lives of domestic violence survivors throughout Connecticut.

    • Community Involvement

      Community Involvement

      Children's Law Center
      Board of Directors
  • NEWS + PRESS
    • Publications

      Publications

      "New DOJ Commentary Promises Leniency for Companies Who 'Do the Right Thing' and Self-Report Violations," published in Connecticut Law Tribune, co-authored with Edward J. Heath (8/15/2018)

    • Presentations

      Presentations

      "Legal Issues in the 2022 FIFA World Cup," presented by the Connecticut Bar Association’s Sports & Entertainment Law Section (12/8/2022)
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        • Legal Issues in the 2022 FIFA World Cup

        "Legal Issues in the 2022 FIFA World Cup," presented by Dan A. Brody, presented by the Connecticut Bar Association’s Sports & Entertainment Law Section (12/8/2022)

        The virtual program discussed corruption in connection with the World Cup site selection process, with Dan’s focus being on the Federal Corrupt Practices Act and anti-corruption issues.


      "Best Practices for Government Investigations, Enforcement Actions, and Disputes," co-presented with Edward J. Heath, during the inaugural 2018 Javits-Wagner-O'Day Legal Symposium at the George Washington University School of Law in Washington, D.C. (10/3/2018)
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        • Best Practices for Government Investigations, Enforcement Actions, and Disputes

        "Best Practices for Government Investigations, Enforcement Actions, and Disputes," co-presented by Edward J. Heath and Dan A. Brody, during the inaugural 2018 Javits-Wagner-O'Day Legal Symposium at the George Washington University School of Law in Washington, D.C. (10/3/2018)

        The Symposium centered on issues related to the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act, also known as the AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program is a federal program that provides employment opportunities for people who are blind or severely disabled by awarding government contracts for certain goods and services to nonprofit associations that train and employ such workers. In attendance were numerous major national nonprofit associations that contract, usually on a multi-million annual basis, with the federal government. Dan and Ed led a presentation and discussion that focused on practices designed to protect contractors from the various types of government investigations, driven by the U.S. Department of Justice, likely to arise in the federal False Claims Act context.


      "When the Government Knocks On Your Door: Best Practices For Corporate Counsel When Responding to Grand Jury Subpoenas," co-presented with Edward J. Heath, as part of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association's 2018 Northeast Regional Conference (6/9/2018)
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        • When the Government Knocks On Your Door: Best Practices For Corporate Counsel When Responding to Grand Jury Subpoenas

        "When the Government Knocks On Your Door: Best Practices For Corporate Counsel When Responding to Grand Jury Subpoenas," co-presented by Edward J. Heath and Dan A. Brody, as part of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association's 2018 Northeast Regional Conference (6/9/2018)

        The panel focused on the Grand Jury process, including rules surrounding Grand Jury secrecy; differentiating Grand Jury Subpoena compliance from traditional civil discovery, the potential criminal implications involved in the underlying charges, as well as potential pitfalls in compliance; and covered the compliance process, including the initial conversation with the prosecutor, the production of documents, and witness interviews.


    • News

      R+C in the News

      • May 11, 2023

        Dan Brody Selected to NAPABA’s 2023 Leadership Advancement Program

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          Dan Brody Selected to NAPABA’s 2023 Leadership Advancement Program

          Business Litigation Group, Government Enforcement and White-Collar Defense Team, and Internal Investigations and Corporate Compliance Team lawyer Dan Brody has been selected to participate in the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) 2023 Leadership Advancement Program (LAP). NAPABA’s LAP is a year-long program designed to empower future leaders in the Asian Pacific American legal community by building the skills needed to step into their own leadership style and offering opportunities such as developing peer relationships and networking with in house and firm attorneys across the country. LAP is NAPABA’s most selective program, choosing just 24 applicants nationwide per year. Read more about NAPABA’s LAP.

          Dan focuses his practice on complex business litigation matters, government and internal investigations, corporate compliance, and criminal defense. In addition serving as a NAPABA Alternate Regional Governor for the Northeast Region and Subcommittee Chair of its Young Lawyers Network, he is President and a member of the board of directors for the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA).

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      • March 25, 2022

        Connecticut Law Tribune to Honor Eight Robinson+Cole Lawyers During Connecticut Legal Awards

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          Connecticut Law Tribune to Honor Eight Robinson+Cole Lawyers During Connecticut Legal Awards

          The Connecticut Law Tribune will recognize Robinson+Cole lawyers Norman Roos, Britt-Marie Cole-Johnson, Dan Brody, Emily Deans, Choity Khan, Sandra Marin Lautier, Kathryn Mullin and Stephani Roman during the publication’s annual Connecticut Legal Awards on May 11, 2022. The awards honor those attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession in Connecticut - whether in shaping the law, achieving outsized results for their clients, being an outstanding jurist or assisting those in need of legal services. View the complete list of honorees. 

          Norm will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes a lawyer “who has left a lasting imprint on the legal community of Connecticut.” Britt-Marie is to receive the Distinguished Leader Award for achieving “impressive results in 2021 and demonstrating clear leadership skills that helped achieve those results.” In addition, Dan Brody has been named as one of the three finalists for the Diversity Initiative Award, which will be announced at the ceremony. A recognition added to the awards slate in 2021, the Diversity Initiative distinction honors a lawyer or firm who has made a significant contribution to diversity and inclusion efforts in Connecticut’s legal community. Emily, Choity, Sandra, Kathryn and Stephani will be recognized as “New Leaders in the Law,” a distinction that spotlights lawyers under the age of 40 who have excelled in the courtroom, in client service and cultivation, in service to bar associations, and in performing pro bono work or community service in a volunteer capacity.

      • August 24, 2021

        Dan Brody Focus of Connecticut Law Tribune Q&A Feature

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          Dan Brody Focus of Connecticut Law Tribune Q&A Feature

          Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody was the focus of the article “The Last 12 Months Were Good for Case Resolution, Litigator Dan Brody Says” published in the Connecticut Law Tribune on August 19, 2021. In the Q&A feature, Dan discusses the impact the pandemic has had on government enforcement case resolution as well as the potential for an increase in government enforcement opportunities for lawyers. Dan also observes current litigation trends and describes the biggest lesson he learned as a litigator in 2020. Read the article.

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      • July 30, 2021

        Robinson+Cole Presents Annual Awards for Outstanding Contributions

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          Robinson+Cole Presents Annual Awards for Outstanding Contributions

          On July 29, 2021, Robinson+Cole recognized 14 lawyers and staff members for their pro bono work, mentoring, community service and efforts to promote a diverse and inclusive work environment as part of the firm's annual awards. The Pro Bono Award is presented by the firm’s Pro Bono Committee and honors individuals for their outstanding commitment to Robinson+Cole’s pro bono initiative. This year’s honorees were Charles E. Janson, Choity R. Khan and paralegal Albina Yaikbaeva. The Robinson+Cole Mentor of the Year Award recognizes outstanding guidance, support, and encouragement of fellow lawyers and staff in their pursuit of professional growth. This year’s award was presented to IT Services Manager Joel M. Easley, Katherine M. Fix, Dana M. Horton and Christopher J. Hug. In addition, Linn F. Freedman, Jennifer L. Shanley and Business Center Specialist Sandra M. Strate were all recognized with the Community Service Award for their continued volunteerism. Lastly, Robinson+Cole's Diversity and Inclusion Awardees Lisa B. Andrzejewski, Dan A. Brody, Chief Marketing Officer Gina L. Carriuolo and John B. Lynch, Jr. were honored for their ongoing dedication and support of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

      • April 8, 2021

        Dan Brody Selected to Receive LCD’s 2021 Carolyn Golden Hebsgaard Award

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          Dan Brody Selected to Receive LCD’s 2021 Carolyn Golden Hebsgaard Award

          Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody has been selected by the Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity to receive its 2021 Carolyn Golden Hebsgaard Award as part of the organization’s annual Edwin Archer Randolph Diversity Awards. The recognition is named in honor of Carolyn Golden Hebsgaard, the founding executive director of the Lawyers Collaborative for Diversity, who spearheaded initiatives designed to identify, recruit, advance, and retain young attorneys of color in the Connecticut legal profession. Dan is the President of the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association and serves on Robinson+Cole’s Diversity Committee. He will be presented with the award during a virtual ceremony on May 13, 2021. Read more.

      • March 24, 2021

        Dan Brody Quoted in Law360 and Connecticut Law Tribune Articles on Legal Leaders Responding to Anti-Asian Racism

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          Dan Brody Quoted in Law360 and Connecticut Law Tribune Articles on Legal Leaders Responding to Anti-Asian Racism

          Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody was quoted in the article “Conn. AAPI Legal Leaders Respond To Atlanta Killings” published in Law360 Pulse on March 22, 2021. The story focuses on how a number of Connecticut Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) legal leaders have responded to the senseless killing of eight people, including six women of Asian descent in Atlanta, GA on March 16, 2021. In his role as the current President of the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA), Dan facilitated a statement issued on behalf of the organization that highlighted both the violence's historic roots and ways to take action. He shares experiences with such racism in professional and personal settings alike, encourages the support of a pending state Senate bill that seeks to include AAPI studies in public education curricula, and stresses the importance of allyship at private firms and companies seeking to emphasize social justice. Subscribers can read the full article.

          In addition, Dan was quoted in the article “’Sprayed Me With Lysol': Asian American Lawyers Battle Racism Linked to Coronavirus,” published in the Connecticut Law Tribune on March 23, 2021. In the article, he acknowledges that Asian culture plays a part in not wanting to speak out about experiences with racism and xenophobia. “It plays into this idea of Asians being the invisible minority—work hard and accomplish things, but do not protest and speak out.” Dan also addresses the role President Trump’s rhetoric played in emboldening hate and prejudice against Asian Americans and also believes that this moment is an opportunity to create a movement for change. Read the article.

      • November 5, 2019

        Dan Brody Profiled in Connecticut Law Tribune Article

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          Dan Brody Profiled in Connecticut Law Tribune Article

          Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody was profiled in the article “Youngest-Ever President Elected to CT Asian Pacific American Bar” published in the Connecticut Law Tribune on November 4, 2019. The piece covers Dan’s path to becoming a lawyer and what lead him to practice at Robinson+Cole as well as his ascent to Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA) President and what he hopes to accomplish during his term. Read the article.

      • March 22, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Hosts CAPABA Event Honoring New Connecticut Attorney General

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          Robinson+Cole Hosts CAPABA Event Honoring New Connecticut Attorney General

          Robinson+Cole hosted a reception sponsored by the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA) honoring newly-elected Connecticut Attorney General, William Tong, on Thursday evening, March 14, 2019. Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan Brody, Vice President of CAPABA, welcomed some 50 attendees, including judges, general counsels, in-house counsels, members of the Attorney General’s office, and attorneys from across the state, offering a few remarks about the historic nature of the evening. CAPABA President, Prerna Rao, then introduced Attorney General Tong, who is the first Asian-American elected to  the office in Connecticut, and only the second in the nation. He spoke about his background as an immigrant, sharing his thoughts on the importance of diversity and his hopes for his work in the office. CAPABA is the Connecticut affiliate of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), an organization that is the voice of more than 40,000 Asian Pacific American attorneys nationwide through over 45 chapters and affiliates.  

      • February 4, 2019

        Dan Brody and Ed Heath Present on Government Enforcement in the False Claims Act Context

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          Dan Brody and Ed Heath Present on Government Enforcement in the False Claims Act Context

          Government Enforcement and White-Collar Defense Team lawyers Dan A. Brody and Edward J. Heath participated in a panel discussion during the inaugural 2018 Javits-Wagner-O'Day Legal Symposium at the George Washington University School of Law in Washington, D.C. on October 3, 2018. The Symposium centered on issues related to the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act, also known as the AbilityOne Program. The AbilityOne Program is a federal program that provides employment opportunities for people who are blind or severely disabled by awarding government contracts for certain goods and services to nonprofit associations that train and employ such workers. In attendance were numerous major national nonprofit associations that contract, usually on a multi-million annual basis, with the federal government. Dan and Ed led a presentation and discussion that focused on practices designed to protect contractors from the various types of government investigations, driven by the U.S. Department of Justice, likely to arise in the federal False Claims Act context.

      • October 24, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Attend Interval House's Annual Breakfast With Champions

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Attend Interval House's Annual Breakfast With Champions

          Business Litigation Group lawyers Kelly Frye Barnett, Dan A. Brody, Eric D. Daniels, Christopher J. Hug, and Je'Quana S. Orr; Environmental, Energy + Telecommunications Group lawyers Peter R. Knight and Robert S. Melvin; and Insurance + Reinsurance Group lawyer Denis J. O'Malley all attended the 2018 Breakfast With Champions on October 17, 2018 at the Riverview in Simsbury, Connecticut. Presented by Interval House, Connecticut's largest domestic violence intervention and prevention agency, the annual awareness-raising event recognizes extraordinary men and women who work in the cause against domestic violence. This year, Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen was presented with the 6th Annual Breakfast with Champions Award for his longtime dedication as a private citizen and public official to end domestic violence. View a photo from the event.

           

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      • August 21, 2018

        Dan Brody and Ed Heath Co-author Article on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Published in the Connecticut Law Tribune

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          Dan Brody and Ed Heath Co-author Article on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Published in the Connecticut Law Tribune

          Business Litigation Group lawyers Dan A. Brody and Edward J. Heath co-authored the article “New DOJ Commentary Promises Leniency for Companies Who 'Do the Right Thing’ and Self-Report Violations,” published in the Connecticut Law Tribune on August 15, 2018. The article covers the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), it’s broad reach, investigating suspected FCPA violations, and whether to self-report misconduct to the Department of Justice (DOJ.) Mr. Brody and Mr. Heath also examine the DOJ's new commentary “intended to provide the private sector with further clarity on how the DOJ approaches FCPA cases.” The commentary “reinforces the DOJ's commitment to leniency toward the companies that self-report, and states that the DOJ will apply those same principles to FCPA violations occurring in the context of mergers and acquisitions.” Read the full article.

      • June 12, 2018

        Dan Brody and Ed Heath Present During NAPABA 2018 Northeast Regional Conference

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          Dan Brody and Ed Heath Present During NAPABA 2018 Northeast Regional Conference

          Business Litigation Group lawyers Dan A. Brody and Edward J. Heath were among the panelists that presented during a session entitled “When the Government Knocks On Your Door: Best Practices For Corporate Counsel When Responding to Grand Jury Subpoenas “ as part of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) 2018 Northeast Regional Conference at Mohegan Sun Convention Center in Uncasville, Connecticut from June 8 to June 10, 2018. This year’s conference was hosted by the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA) and brings together Asian Pacific American lawyers, judges, law professors, law students, and individuals interested in Asian Pacific American legal issues throughout the Northeast Region and other regions of the United States. The panel focused on the Grand Jury process, including rules surrounding Grand Jury secrecy; differentiating Grand Jury Subpoena compliance from traditional civil discovery, the potential criminal implications involved in the underlying charges, as well as potential pitfalls in compliance; and covered the compliance process, including the initial conversation with the prosecutor, the production of documents, and witness interviews. Mr. Brody currently serves on the CAPABA Board of Directors in the role of secretary.

      R+C News Releases

      • October 11, 2022

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Super Lawyers®

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Super Lawyers®

          A total of 39 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the States of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island for 2022. In addition, 30 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Jeffrey J. White was named to the Top 50: 2022 Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Linda L. Morkan appears on the Top 25: 2022 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list and, similarly, Natalie D. Ramsey was included in the Top 50: 2022 Women Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 18, 2022

        74 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023

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          74 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2023

          74 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2023. Of the 74 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 54 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law insurance law and construction litigation. Only the top 5.3 percent of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

          Additionally, the following five lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Brian R. Smith in Land Use and Zoning Law, Christine E. Bromberg in Tax Law, James P. Ray in Litigation – Environmental, Joey Lee Miranda in Energy Regulatory Law, Norman H. Roos in Banking and Finance Law, Rachel V. Kushel in Employment Law – Management, Theodore J. Tucci in  Health Care Law and Virginia E. McGarrity – in Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.

          The third edition of Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch” was also released, includes 23 Robinson+Cole lawyers. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys early in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. The firm has the highest number of lawyers to receive this designation in Hartford, Connecticut. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 14, 2021

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

          A total of 42 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the States of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island for 2021. In addition, 29 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Bruce B. Barth and Jeffrey J. White were named to the Top 50: 2021 Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Linda L. Morkan appears on the Top 25: 2021 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list and, similarly, Natalie D. Ramsey was included in the Top 50: 2021 Women Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 19, 2021

        65 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022

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          65 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022

          65 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022. Of the 65 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 49 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law and insurance law.

          Additionally, the following five lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Patrick M. Birney in Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Michael F. Maglio in Banking and Finance Law, Robert S. Melvin in Environmental Law, Joey Lee Miranda in Energy Law and Jacqueline Pennino Scheib in Trademark Law. Peter V. Lacouture was also named a Best Lawyers® 2022 “Lawyer of the Year” in Providence, Rhode Island in the area of Energy Law.

          The second edition of Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch” was also released, of which 17 total Robinson+Cole lawyers are listed in. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 15, 2020

        47 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in Super Lawyers®

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          47 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized in Super Lawyers®

          A total of 47 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island for 2020. In addition, 29 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          Also, Bruce B. Barth was named to the Top 50: 2020 Connecticut Super Lawyers list and Linda L. Morkan appears on the Top 25: 2020 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list.

          The Super Lawyers designation is based on regional balloting by attorneys, third-party research, and a peer review process encompassing myriad practice areas. An explanation of the Super Lawyers methodology can be found here. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 14, 2020

        Dan Brody Presented with Impact Award by UConn School of Law Alumni Association

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          Dan Brody Presented with Impact Award by UConn School of Law Alumni Association

          Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody was among the recipients presented with the 2020 Graduates of the Last Decade Impact Award by the University of Connecticut (UConn) School of Law Alumni Association during its virtual Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner on October 13, 2020. The award is presented to a few attorneys each year who graduated from UConn School of Law within the past decade, and whose careers have already had a substantial and positive impact within the legal community and beyond. Read more in the press release.

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      • October 1, 2020

        Five Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized During Connecticut Legal Awards

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          Five Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized During Connecticut Legal Awards

          The Connecticut Law Tribune recognized Robinson+Cole lawyers Frank F. Coulom Jr., John L. Cordani, Taylor A. Shea, Jonathan H. Schaefer, and Dan A. Brody during the publication’s annual Connecticut Legal Awards on September 30, 2020. Hosted virtually this year, the awards honor those attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession in Connecticut - whether in shaping the law, achieving outsized results for their clients, being an outstanding jurist or assisting those in need of legal services.

          Frank F. Coulom Jr. was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes a lawyer “who has left a lasting imprint on the legal community of Connecticut.” John L. Cordani received the Distinguished Leader Award for achieving “impressive results in 2019 and demonstrating clear leadership skills that helped achieve those results.” Taylor A. Shea, Jonathan H. Schaefer and Dan A. Brody were all recognized as “New Leaders in the Law,” a distinction that spotlights lawyers under the age of 40 who have excelled in the courtroom, in client service and cultivation, in service to bar associations, and in performing pro bono work or community service in a volunteer capacity. Read more in the press release.

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      • August 20, 2020

        61 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021

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          61 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021

          61 Robinson+Cole lawyers were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2021. Of the 61 lawyers from across the firm’s practice groups and offices named to the list, 46 are from Connecticut. The firm continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law and insurance law.

          Additionally, the following six lawyers were named the Best Lawyers® 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, Connecticut, in the noted practice areas: Michael R. Enright in Litigation – Bankruptcy, Gregory R. Faulkner in Litigation – Construction, Virginia E. McGarrity in Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Joey Lee Miranda in Environmental Law, James P. Ray in Litigation – Environmental and Theodore J. Tucci in Health Care Law. Michael S. Giaimo was also named a Best Lawyers® 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” in Boston, Massachusetts, in the area of Land Use and Zoning Law.

          The inaugural edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch was also released, of which 17 total Robinson+Cole lawyers are listed in. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to attorneys who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Read more in the press release.

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      • November 15, 2019

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers Named to CCADV’s First 100 Plus Class of 2019

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers Named to CCADV’s First 100 Plus Class of 2019

          Robinson+Cole lawyers Dan A. Brody, Kathryn N. Mullin, Je'Quana S. Orr, and Evan J. Seeman have been named to the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) First 100 Plus Class of 2019 during the organization’s 9th Annual Breakfast & Awards Ceremony on November 15, 2019 at the Hartford Marriott Downtown in Hartford, Connecticut.

          The First 100 Plus Class of 2019 is comprised of leaders working to improve the lives of domestic violence survivors and their families in Connecticut. While each person is varied in his or her background and profession, each one has contributed to making a difference either statewide or within his or her local community. Read more and view a photo in the press release.

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      • October 23, 2019

        Dan Brody Elected President of CAPABA

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          Dan Brody Elected President of CAPABA

          Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody has been elected president of the Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association (CAPABA) for the 2019-2020 term. Mr. Brody was installed during the CAPABA Annual Gala Dinner on October 16, 2019 in New Haven, Connecticut. He is the youngest lawyer to assume the role of CAPABA President.

          An affiliate of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, CAPABA’s mission is to support Asian Pacific American attorneys and communities and those interested in Asian Pacific American legal issues throughout the state of Connecticut. Dan previously served in the role of CAPABA Vice President and is co-chair of its Hartford Regional Committee. View a photo and read more in the press release. 

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      • October 19, 2019

        52 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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          52 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

          A total of 52 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named to Super Lawyers® lists in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island for 2019. In addition, 32 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.”

          The following lawyers were named to the Top 50: 2019 Connecticut Super Lawyers list: Denis C. Cavanaugh, Gregory R. Faulkner, Linda L. Morkan, Todd R. Regan, and Jeffrey J. White. Linda also appears on the Top 25: 2019 Women Connecticut Super Lawyers list.

          The Super Lawyers designation is based on regional balloting by attorneys, third-party research, and a peer review process encompassing myriad practice areas. An explanation of the Super Lawyers methodology can be found here. Read more in the press release.

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      • July 31, 2017

        Dan Brody Elected to Children’s Law Center Board of Directors

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          Dan Brody Elected to Children’s Law Center Board of Directors

          The Children’s Law Center has elected Business Litigation Group lawyer Dan A. Brody to its Board of Directors. The mission of The Children’s Law Center is to protect low income children in family court cases and to advocate for systemic changes to the adversarial system and for other policies that advance the well-being of children involved in family transitions. Read more in the press release.

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      • January 31, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Welcomes Six New Associates

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