Taylor Shea

Taylor A. Shea

(she/her/hers)

Partner

Taylor A. Shea

(she/her/hers)

Partner

  • Overview

    Biography

    Taylor Shea represents privately and publicly held companies in all aspects of corporate and transactional law, including commercial finance transactions, private equity and venture capital transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate and commercial matters. She is a member of the firm's Business Transactions Group and its Manufacturing Industry Team. 

    Commercial and Corporate Finance

    Taylor has a robust commercial and corporate finance practice, representing clients in all aspects of secured and unsecured bank, mezzanine and other senior and subordinated lending. She represents borrowers, banks, funds and other lenders, which provides her with unique insight into how to best structure, negotiate and document financing transactions for her clients.

    Taylor's lending practice also includes representation of lenders and commercial users in precious metal and base metal consignments and dollar finance transactions with primary and secondary precious metal refineries, jewelry manufacturers and reclamation companies.

    General Corporate and Commercial Matters

    Taylor regularly represents clients on general corporate and commercial matters. She knows the importance of understanding her clients’ businesses and the markets they serve, which enables her to provide practical and effective guidance. She has extensive experience representing clients in connection with commercial agreements and corporate governance matters. Taylor represents clients in a range of industries, with a particular focus on clients in the manufacturing industry.

    Mergers and Acquisitions

    Taylor has extensive experience representing corporate clients, equity sponsors and other privately owned companies in a wide range of merger and acquisition transactions, including leveraged buyouts. She is intimately involved in drafting and negotiating the acquisition and financing components of these transactions. Taylor also counsels sponsors and works closely with them in connection with investment purchase agreements, charter documents, stockholder agreements and operating agreements. As a trusted advisor, she provides sound advice and judgment to clients of all sizes.

    Pro Bono

    Taylor is a member of the firm’s Pro Bono Committee. She also serves as a volunteer attorney on pro bono matters, and frequently mentors junior associates in their pro bono endeavors.  
     

  • Experience
    • Experience

      Experience

      • Represented Metacomet Group Holdings LLC (TMG), a contract manufacturing investment consortium, as legal counsel in its asset acquisition of Fluid Mechanisms of Hauppauge, Inc., a precision manufacturer of structural components and assemblies for the aerospace and defense industries, through a new, wholly-owned entity, Fluid Mechanisms of Hauppauge, LLC.

      • Represented the agent in a multi-lender senior credit facility for a chain supermarket.

      • Represented the agent in a $200 million syndicated credit facility with a $100 million accordion feature, secured by all assets of the borrower, guaranties from the borrower’s affiliates, and pledge agreements with respect to the equity interests of the borrower, the borrower’s parent company and the borrower’s subsidiaries. 

      • Represented the agent in a $75,556,000 syndicated credit facility consisting of a line of credit and three term loans, secured by all business assets of the borrowers, guaranties, and complex real estate collateral for certain of the term loan facilities. 

      • Represented the agent under a $50,000,000 syndicated credit facility, and as a lender under 3 other single lender facilities totaling $27,300,000, in connection with the restructuring of those credit facilities in order to effectuate various changes to the borrower’s corporate structure and capitalization.

      • Represented a dealer-manager in connection with a $42 million public rights offering a bank holding company. 

      • Represented a sales agent in connection with the at-the-market offering of up to $50 million in shares of common stock of a bank holding company.

      • Represented an on-line jewelry retail business in connection with the sale of its business and assets to an acquisition entity.

      • Represented a leading technology-driven healthcare services company in connection with the sale of its business.

      • Represented a private equity firm in connection with the acquisition of a provider of engineering, design, assembly and integration services for highly-engineered, ruggedized consoles and protective enclosure systems.

      • Represented a public shell company in connection with a reverse merger, pursuant to which its wholly-owned subsidiary merged with and into a leading global provider of educational training seminars, conferences and services.

      • Represented a marketing agency specializing in brand development in the sale of assets, properties, and rights relating to its business.

      • Represented GrowGen in its acquisition of Char Coir, an RHP-certified growing medium made from the highest-grade coconut fiber available. Char Coir's line of coco products is projected to add in excess of $15 million in revenue to GrowGen in 2021. The acquisition was announced on March 15, 2021.

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    • Professional Associations

      Professional Associations

      Small Business Investor Alliance

      American Bar Association
      Business Law Section

      Connecticut Bar Association
      Former Secretary, Commercial Finance Section (2019 - 2020)
      Business Law Section
    • Honors + Awards

      Honors + Awards

      Selected as a Rising Star in the Connecticut Super Lawyers list from 2018 to 2022.

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

    • Community Involvement

      Community Involvement

      Community Housing Advocates, Inc.
      Chair, Board of Directors (2020 - Current)

      Mercy Housing and Shelter
      Chair, Board of Directors (via its parent entity, CHA)

      My Sister's Place, Inc.
      Chair, Board of Directors (via its parent entity, CHA)

      Junior League of Hartford
  • NEWS + PRESS
    • Publications

      Publications

      "Agreements Among Stakeholders," published in A Practical Guide to Organizing a Business in Connecticut, co-authored with John B. Lynch Jr. (8/8/13)

    • Presentations

      Presentations

      "The CARES Act and PPP Forgiveness," which focused on the recently-released new guidelines meant to help small businesses seek forgiveness at the conclusion of the eight-week covered period, and specifics about how to take full advantage of PPP funding. (5/27/2020)
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        • The CARES Act and PPP Forgiveness

        "The CARES Act and PPP Forgiveness," presented by Taylor A. Shea, which focused on the recently-released new guidelines meant to help small businesses seek forgiveness at the conclusion of the eight-week covered period, and specifics about how to take full advantage of PPP funding. (5/27/2020)

        Business Transactions Group and Manufacturing Industry Team member Taylor Shea co-presented the webinar “The CARES Act and PPP Forgiveness" on May 27, 2020. The Payroll Protection Program (PPP) was created by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to provide forgivable loans to eligible small businesses to keep American workers on payroll during the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion focused on the recently-released new guidelines meant to help small businesses seek forgiveness at the conclusion of the eight-week covered period, and specifics about how to take full advantage of PPP funding. Taylor was joined in the discussion by Drew Andrews, Managing Partner of Whittlesey, and Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) Editor Greg Bordonaro. The webinar was presented by HBJ and the New Haven Biz. 


      "The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part III," as part of a webinar series for business decision makers in closely-held small businesses presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz. (4/29/2020)
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        • The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part III

        "The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part III," presented by Taylor A. Shea, as part of a webinar series for business decision makers in closely-held small businesses presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz. (4/29/2020)

        Business Transactions Group lawyer Taylor Shea took part in the virtual panel discussion, “The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part III” on April 29, 2020. The webinar series is designed specifically for business decision makers in closely-held small businesses and is presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz. Along with Taylor, other panelists included David Lehman, Commissioner & Governor's Senior Economic Advisor; Wendell G. Davis, Small Business Administration (SBA) Regional Administrator; Tim Bergstrom, Webster Bank Regional President for the Hartford CT Market; and Drew Andrews, Managing Partner and CEO at Whittlesey. Robinson+Cole was pleased to be an Event Partner.

        The $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) and its component $350 billion SBA-backed Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans - the biggest stimulus package in the history of our country - was rolled out in response to the economic challenges brought by the COVID-19 virus. After that funding ran out in just 14 days, small businesses in Connecticut and around the country are now getting a second shot at PPP loans as the COVID-19 crisis continues to impact virtually every small business. The panel of professionals addressed questions about how the PPP works and offered clarity at a time of great uncertainty for small businesses. 


      "Force Majeure and Contract Considerations for Buyers and Sellers In Light of COVID-19," co-presented with Gabrielle R. Mercadante and Jeffrey J. White, presented as a webinar by the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce. (4/22/20)
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        • Force Majeure and Contract Considerations for Buyers and Sellers In Light of COVID-19

        "Force Majeure and Contract Considerations for Buyers and Sellers In Light of COVID-19," co-presented by Gabrielle R. Mercadante, Taylor A. Shea and Jeffrey J. White, presented as a webinar by the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce. (4/22/20)

        Manufacturing Law Industry Team members Jeffrey J. White (chair) and Taylor A. Shea, along with Insurance + Reinsurance Group member Gabrielle R. Mercadante, took part in the webinar "Force Majeure and Contract Considerations for Buyers and Sellers In Light of COVID-19" on April 22, 2020. The program was presented by the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce. The webinar covered what contracts are likely to be impacted by COVID-19, the parties’ rights and remedies in the event of non-performance caused by COVID-19, and the best business solutions to address any potential non-performance.


      "The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part Two," of a virtual discussion presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz.  (4/15/2020)
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        • The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part Two

        "The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow? Part Two," presented by Taylor A. Shea, of a virtual discussion presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz.  (4/15/2020)

        Business Transactions Group lawyer Taylor Shea participated in part 2 of the virtual panel discussion, “The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow?” on April 15, 2020. The discussion was designed specifically for business decision makers in closely-held small businesses and was presented by the Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) and New Haven Biz. Robinson+Cole is an Event Partner.

         

        It's barely been a week since the biggest stimulus package in the history of our country - the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) and its component $350 billion Small Business Administration-backed (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans - the biggest stimulus package in the history of our country - was rolled out in response to the economic challenges brought by the COVID-19 virus. Many small business owners continue to seek guidance as they apply for loans to help maintain cash flow and retain workers, even as more states announce new quarantine and shelter-in-place orders. The news changes daily, and it is hard to separate the knowns from the unknowns, the facts from rumor. To address that need, this second webinar in the two-part series offered clarity and critical, up-to-the-minute facts for businesses that have applied, or are planning to apply, for the SBA loans - separating the knowns from the unknowns, including answers they need now to help process and plan, such as when companies can expect the much-needed infusion of capital that may be critical to their sustainability. 


      "The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow?" presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz. (4/10/2020)
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        • The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow?

        "The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow?" presented by Taylor A. Shea, presented by the Hartford Business Journal and New Haven Biz. (4/10/2020)

        Business Transactions Group lawyer Taylor Shea took part in a virtual panel discussion, “The CARES Act and the PPP: Where are we today, and what can businesses expect tomorrow?” on April 10, 2020. The discussion was designed specifically for business decision makers in closely-held small businesses and was presented by the Hartford Business Journal (HBJ) and New Haven Biz. U.S. Representative John Larson (CT-01) was one of the featured panelists.

        The $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) and its component $350 billion Small Business Administration-backed (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans - the biggest stimulus package in the history of our country - was rolled out in response to the economic challenges brought by the COVID-19 virus. Many small business owners are seeking guidance as they apply for loans to help maintain cash flow and retain workers, even as more states announce new quarantine and shelter-in-place orders. To address that need, the webinar offered clarity and critical, up-to-the-minute facts for businesses that have applied, or are planning to apply, for the SBA loans - separating the knowns from the unknowns, including answers they need now to help process and plan, such as when companies can expect the much-needed infusion of capital that may be critical to their sustainability. 


      "Force Majeure Both for Contracts/Suppliers, Cancellation of Trade Shows," co-presented with Jeffrey J. White, as the first program in the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Connecticut District Export Council's free “Coronavirus Special Topic Conference Calls Series.” (3/18/2020)
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        • Force Majeure Both for Contracts/Suppliers, Cancellation of Trade Shows

        "Force Majeure Both for Contracts/Suppliers, Cancellation of Trade Shows," co-presented by Taylor A. Shea and Jeffrey J. White, as the first program in the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Connecticut District Export Council's free “Coronavirus Special Topic Conference Calls Series.” (3/18/2020)

        Manufacturing Law Industry Team lawyers Jeff White and Taylor Shea presented the first program in the free “Coronavirus Special Topic Conference Calls Series,” on March 18, 2020. Jeff and Taylor presented “Force Majeure Both for Contracts/Suppliers, Cancellation of Trade Shows.” The session discussed some of the basics surrounding “force majeure” clauses and how companies can plan for and react to the current health emergency. The seven-part series was presented by the U.S. Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Connecticut District Export Council, of which Jeff is a member.


    • News

      R+C in the News

      • May 24, 2021

        Deal Team Represents Metacomet Group Holdings in its Acquisition of Fluid Mechanisms of Hauppauge

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          Deal Team Represents Metacomet Group Holdings in its Acquisition of Fluid Mechanisms of Hauppauge

          Business Transactions Group members Eric M. Kogan and Frank W. Eucalitto represented Metacomet Group Holdings LLC (TMG), a contract manufacturing investment consortium, as legal counsel in its asset acquisition of Fluid Mechanisms of Hauppauge, Inc., a precision manufacturer of structural components and assemblies for the aerospace and defense industries, through a new wholly owned entity, Fluid Mechanisms of Hauppauge, LLC. Aerospace Supply Chain leader, Jeffrey J. White, and Business Transactions member Taylor A. Shea also assisted in the deal. Read more in the press release.

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      • March 31, 2021

        Capital Markets + Securities Team Represents GrowGeneration Corp. in Recent Acquisitions

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          Capital Markets + Securities Team Represents GrowGeneration Corp. in Recent Acquisitions

          Robinson+Cole’s Capital Markets and Securities Team (the Team) was pleased to represent GrowGeneration Corp. (GrowGen), an owner and operator of a network of specialty hydroponic gardening stores, in the acquisition of Agron.io, a leading wholesale agriculture platform that allows commercial growers to manage their purchasing and logistics in one platform. Led by Team Chair Mitchell L. Lampert, Frank W. Eucalitto, Michael J. Kearney, Jr., Kayla C. O'Leary, Austin G. Provost, and Jacqueline Pennino Scheib advised GrowGen on the transaction. With this acquisition, announced on March 22, 2021, Agron.io Powered by GrowGeneration continues to be a one-stop destination for GrowGeneration's growing roster of commercial clients across the U.S. Read more.

          In addition, the Team also represented GrowGen in its acquisition of Char Coir, an RHP-certified growing medium made from the highest-grade coconut fiber available. Char Coir's line of coco products is projected to add in excess of $15 million in revenue to GrowGen in 2021. Led by Team Chair Mitch Lampert, Michael Kearney, Kayla O'Leary Taylor A. Shea, Jacqueline Pennino Scheib and Adam T. Tamzoke advised GrowGen on the transaction. The acquisition was announced on March 15, 2021. Read more.

      • November 11, 2020

        Taylor Shea Elected to Chair of the Board of Community Housing Advocates

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          Taylor Shea Elected to Chair of the Board of Community Housing Advocates

          Business Transactions Group lawyer Taylor A. Shea has been elected to serve a two-year term as chair of board of Community Housing Advocates, Inc (CHA). CHA is the parent company of Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation and My Sisters’ Place, Inc. CHA and its subsidiaries provide housing assistance and supportive services to persons who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The organizations seeks to end homelessness by advocating for changes in the social systems that perpetuate homelessness.

      • April 2, 2020

        Jeff White and Taylor Shea Quoted on Force Majeure in CT Examiner Article

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          Jeff White and Taylor Shea Quoted on Force Majeure in CT Examiner Article

          Manufacturing Industry Team lawyers Jeffrey J. White and Taylor A. Shea were quoted extensively in the article “Refunds, Closure, Coronavirus and the Law for Business and Consumers in Connecticut” published by CT Examiner on April 1, 2020. The article uses excerpts from the webinar on force majeure that Jeff and Taylor presented as part of a free “Coronavirus Special Topic Conference Calls Series” offered by the U.S. Department of Commerce's and the Connecticut District Export Council on March 18, 2020. During the session, Jeff and Taylor described what force majeure is, outlined the criteria that must be satisfied to claim an event as force majeure, and offer insight on whether or not COVID-19/coronavirus is considered one. “‘It depends on the contract language. Some (but probably not many) contracts will specifically include pandemics, epidemics, diseases or health crises as force majeure events. If this is the case, it is very likely that COVID-19 will qualify as a triggering event. However, the majority of contracts will not have a specific reference to pandemics or the like. In that case, you will need to evaluate whether COVID-19 qualifies under one of the events that are enumerated in your contract (e.g. an “Act of God,” a governmental action, etc.)” Read the full article.

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      • October 18, 2018

        51 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

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          51 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Recognized by Super Lawyers®

          A total of 51 Robinson+Cole attorneys were named Super Lawyers® in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island for 2018. In addition, 32 attorneys at the firm were recognized as “Rising Stars.” 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. View the list of recognized attorneys and their areas of practice.

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      • May 23, 2017

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Staff Participate in Volunteerathon

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Staff Participate in Volunteerathon

          The Junior League of Hartford (JLH) held its second-ever JLH Volunteerathon from Friday, May 5, through Saturday, May 6, 2017. For 26.2 hours straight, JLH members volunteered in shifts at various local nonprofit agencies serving the Greater Hartford community. Robinson+Cole lawyers Meaghan Mary Cooper, Emily C. Deans, and Taylor A. Shea, along with staff member Jessica Gagnon, were among the members of JLH who participated in the event.

          Ms. Deans volunteered for two hours with Riverfront Recapture preparing materials for donors at its annual Big Mo’ event, two hours with Playhouse on Park organizing the prop and costume storage area, three hours with Camp Courant raking leaves and sprucing up the camp grounds, and two hours with the Capital City Education Alliance Let's Paint Program painting a principal’s office, as well as the main office, at the Burns Latino Studies Academy. In addition, Ms. Deans was the top fundraiser in the Provisional Class which is comprised of women who must complete certain requirements over the course of a year to retain active membership in JLH.

          Ms. Cooper volunteered for two hours making pins for The Children’s Museum’s 90th Anniversary and preparing materials for the museum’s .90 cent day in May. She also spent two hours helping Girls on the Run Greater Hartford prepare for its Spring 5K by making tutus for the over 130 girls in the Girls on the Run program.

          Ms. Shea was the volunteer shift leader for My Sisters’ Place and volunteered for two hours sorting, organizing, and stocking books in their children/resident’s reading room. 

          Ms. Gagnon spent two hours with the Community Farm of Simsbury (Gifts of Love) preparing their classroom and farm for the summer. She also volunteered two hours with the Capital City Education Alliance Let's Paint Program.

      • May 16, 2016

        Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Staff Participate in the Junior League of Hartford’s First Volunteerathon

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          Robinson+Cole Lawyers and Staff Participate in the Junior League of Hartford’s First Volunteerathon

          To celebrate its 95th anniversary serving the Greater Hartford community, the Junior League of Hartford held its first-ever JLH Volunteerathon Friday, May 6, through Saturday, May 7, 2016. For 26.2 hours around the clock, JLH members volunteered in shifts at various local nonprofit agencies, helping with everything from organizing books and historical records, to painting, planting gardens, setting up events, and working directly with the clients the organizations serve. Robinson+Cole lawyers Meaghan Mary Cooper and Taylor A. Shea, and staff member Jessica Gagnon, are members of the Junior League of Hartford and participated in the event that not only served local agencies but also was a fundraiser for the JLH's community programs and projects, currently focused on Empowering Women and Girls to Overcome Obstacles.

          Ms. Cooper volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore late Friday night and at HARC on Saturday morning, Ms. Shea did two shifts at My Sister's Place on Friday evening, and Ms. Gagnon volunteered at Hartford's Riverfront Recapture, HARC, and The Clothes Horse on Saturday. Other organizations benefiting from the Volunteerathon included Gifts of Love, Hartford's Camp Courant, Junior Achievement, the New Children's Museum, the John J. Driscoll United Labor Agency's Labor of Love Backpack Program, and YWCA Hartford. Click here to see pictures.

      • September 30, 2013

        Hartford Lawyers Co-Author Chapter in MCLE Practice Manual

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          Hartford Lawyers Co-Author Chapter in MCLE Practice Manual

          Business transactions lawyers John B. Lynch, Jr., and Taylor A. Shea co-authored a chapter titled "Agreements Among Stakeholders" in the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education's (MCLE) practice manual, A Practical Guide to Organizing a Business in Connecticut, published on August 8, 2013. The manual provides information on a variety of transactions essential for business law practice in Connecticut, including considerations and procedures for forming and operating sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations.

      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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      • 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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      • 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 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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      • January 10, 2020

        Robinson+Cole Elects New Partner and Counsel

      • 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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      • December 17, 2018

        Robinson+Cole Promotes Nine Lawyers to Counsel

      • October 8, 2014

        Robinson+Cole Sponsors Women’s Networking Event

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          Robinson+Cole Sponsors Women’s Networking Event

          Women from a wide range of professions and industries joined the Connecticut Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association (CTTMA) and the Connecticut Chapter of the International Women's Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC) for an empowering ladies' poker night. Led by experienced instructors, the event combined fundamental instruction in the game of poker with insight on how to use the principles of poker to strengthen business and negotiation skills.

          Robinson+Cole lawyers Taylor A. Shea and Kristen M. Bandura served as event co-chairs for the CTTMA. Pamela K. Elkow and Kathleen Sebastian from Robinson+Cole were also in attendance, and the firm was an event sponsor. The event drew nearly 30 women, including bankers, attorneys, business analysts, accountants, marketing and
          development professionals, environmental consultants, and risk management professionals. Read more and view a picture from the event here.

           

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      • August 11, 2014

        Taylor Shea Elected to My Sisters' Place Board of Directors

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          Taylor Shea Elected to My Sisters' Place Board of Directors

          My Sisters' Place, Inc. has elected Robinson+Cole lawyer Taylor A. Shea to its board of directors for a two-year term. My Sisters' Place is committed to ending homelessness and empowering women, families, and others in Greater Hartford to achieve independence and stability in their communities by providing housing and related support services. Read more in the press release here.
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      • April 6, 2011

        Robinson & Cole Welcomes 10 New Attorneys

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          Robinson & Cole Welcomes 10 New Attorneys

          Robinson & Cole LLP is pleased to announce that 10 attorneys joined the firm. They add a depth and breadth of experience to groups across the firm's practice sections.
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    • Legal Updates/Newsletters

      Legal Updates/Newsletters

      "PPP Update: New Round with Some New Rules" co-authored with Michael F. Maglio, Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV and Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy (1/27/2021)

      "PPP Update: Loan Necessity Questionnaires" co-authored with Michael F. Maglio, Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV, Samuel C. Maduabueke and Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy (11/9/2020)

      "PPP Update: SBA Procedural Notice - Paycheck Protection Program Loans and Changes of Ownership" co-authored with Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy, Eric M. Kogan, Michael F. Maglio, Jeffrey L. Volpintesta and Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV (10/9/20)

      "PPP Update: Treatment of Owners and Forgiveness of Certain Nonpayroll Costs" co-authored with Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy, Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV and Michael F. Maglio (8/31/20)

      "Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act" co-authored with Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy, Michael F. Maglio, Jeffrey L. Volpintesta and Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV

      "PPP Update: Loan Forgiveness Application" co-authored with Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy, Jeffrey L. Volpintesta, Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV and Michael F. Maglio, which examines key aspects of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application and related instructions. (5/19/2020)
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        • PPP Update: Loan Forgiveness Application

        "PPP Update: Loan Forgiveness Application" co-authored by Barrett P. Wilson-Murphy, Jeffrey L. Volpintesta, Taylor A. Shea, Endicott (Kit) Peabody IV and Michael F. Maglio, which examines key aspects of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application and related instructions. (5/19/2020)

        Business Transaction Group members Mike Maglio, Kit Peabody, Taylor Shea, Jeffrey Volpintesta and Barrett Wilson-Murphy authored "PPP Update: Loan Forgiveness Application," which was published as a Legal Update on May 19, 2020.  On May 15, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury (Treasury), released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application and related instructions (collectively, the Forgiveness Application). This Legal Update examines key aspects of the Forgiveness Application, which provides some long-awaited clarity with regard to loan forgiveness eligibility and the application process, but still leaves unanswered questions that some borrowers will have as they prepare their applications. To read the full article, click here. 

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