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Wiggin and Dana LLP

 

Wiggin and Dana is a full-service law firm with 146 lawyers that represents clients throughout the country and abroad from our offices in Connecticut, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, DC, and Palm Beach. Wiggin and Dana provides a broad range of legal services to meet the needs of our diverse client base. Our clients include publicly traded companies, hospitals and other health care organizations, universities, entrepreneurs and emerging growth companies, real estate developers, financial institutions, museums, charitable organizations and individuals.

We believe the qualities that differentiate us from other law firms are best conveyed through the clients we serve, the work we do, and the quality of our lawyers.

  • Our clients – We represent clients throughout the United States, Europe, South America and Asia on a wide range of sophisticated and complex matters. Our clients range from some of the largest and most prestigious institutions in the country to up-and-coming start-ups to high net worth individuals. As we have grown, our focus on excellence and client service has remained our core value, and we are proud that many of our clients have been so for decades.
  • Our work – We have included in this web site a sampling of recent transactions and litigation matters with which we have been involved, which we believe illustrate the breadth and depth of our capabilities. To learn more, browse through the representative transactions and litigation matters, identified within our practice group descriptions.
  • Our lawyers – Finally, from senior partners to junior associates, we have assembled and we retain an outstanding coterie of lawyers who have strong academic credentials, professional achievements and creative, common sense approaches to resolving issues. We encourage you to review the attorney profiles on this web site, including the sections that describe the diversity of the firm and the charitable and pro bono activities of our lawyers. By any standard, this is an impressive collection of legal talent.

While we would like to say our web site will tell you everything you need to know about Wiggin and Dana, that would not be entirely accurate. There is no place where you can click on and find out who we really are – a true partnership in every sense of the word, devoted to excellence and focused on our clients' needs. We believe that Wiggin and Dana exemplifies the best of the old and new – a proudly independent firm dedicated to crafting innovative solutions in traditional and emerging industries in ever-changing areas of the law.

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Katie is an Associate at Wiggin and Dana in the New Haven office.
Before joining Wiggin and Dana, Katie was a Child Protection Legal Intern for the State of Connecticut Office of the…
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Aaron is an associate in the firm's New Haven office.
Prior to becoming an associate, Aaron was a legal intern in the Hartford office of the National Labor Relations Board, a legal intern…
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Veronica R.S. Bauer is a Partner in the firm's Private Client Services Department in Palm Beach, Florida. Veronica focuses her practice on estate planning, estate and trust administration…
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Aaron is a litigation partner who heads the firm's Education Practice Group and previously chaired the firm's Appellate Practice Group.  Based on his experience in government, he also…
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Bob has over three decades of experience as an estate planning and probate lawyer and previously served as Chair of Wiggin and Dana's Executive Committee (2009–2015). He is a Partner in the…
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Amanda is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana's New Haven office.
Before joining Wiggin and Dana, Amanda was an intern in the Data Privacy and Security Department at the Office of the Attorney…
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Jermaine A. Brookshire, Jr. is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s New Haven office.
Although a native of New Haven, before joining Wiggin and Dana, Jermaine worked with exchange students and…
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Jessica is an Associate in the Litigation Department where she focuses her practice in the International Trade Compliance Practice Group, assisting companies of all sizes, from family-owned…
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Joe’s 20+ year career is highlighted by his work as lead counsel in hard-fought patent litigations throughout the US and in Patent Office proceedings. As the leader of Wiggin and Dana’s…
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Christian is a Partner in the firm’s Labor, Employment and Benefits Department in the Washington, DC office. He has over 20 years of experience in executive compensation and employee…
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Brittany is an Associate in the firm’s Corporate Department in the Stamford, Connecticut office.
Brittany has experience assisting clients in mergers and acquisitions, private equity…
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As a Partner in the firm's Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate planning, estate and trust…
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Karen is committed to helping clients navigate ever-changing tax and fiduciary rules. As a member of the firm's Private Client Services Department, Labor and Employment Department, and…
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Mary is an associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Private Client Services Department in the New York office, where she focuses her practice on estate planning, trust and estate administration…
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Tim is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department in the New Haven office.
Before joining Wiggin and Dana, Tim was a summer associate for The House of Representatives…
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Counsel
As Counsel in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department, Ben is a key member of the firm’s Education and Appellate and Complex Legal Issues Practice Group. He works with universities,…
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For three decades, Dan has dedicated himself to counseling families in preserving wealth from generation to generation. His clients include affluent individuals, family offices, business…
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Michelle has spent over 25 years helping clients manage their legal risk so that they can focus on their mission and key business objectives.
A former executive in the nonprofit sector,…
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Tim is a Partner in the Litigation Department, a member of the firm’s Executive Committee, and Co-Chair of the Insurance Practice Group. He has made his mark defending and representing…
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Ben is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department and is a co-chair of the firm's Antitrust and Consumer Protection Practice Group. He is also a member of the Intellectual…
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Tadhg is a Partner in the firm’s Litigation Department, where his practice focuses on appellate and complex civil litigation. He has extensive experience handling appeals in state and…
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From startups bringing new products to market, to established companies needing to protect their works, Frank has helped numerous clients develop, protect, and utilize their trademarks,…
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Nicole Dwyer is an associate in Wiggin and Dana’s New Haven office.
Before joining Wiggin and Dana, Nicole worked as a summer associate and law clerk with the firm of Brenner, Saltzman, and…
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Partner
Jody is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana's Health Care Department, where she advises a wide range of health care organizations such as hospitals, long-term-care providers, dental practices,…
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Jonathan represents companies, foundations, universities, individuals, and sovereign nations in complex disputes, including appeals, disputes over art and artifacts, and complex…
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Counsel
Robyn is Counsel in Wiggin and Dana's Litigation Department.  Her litigation experience has involved a wide range of practice areas and clients, including, insurance, franchise, aviation,…
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Mary brings decades of experience in helping clients comply with ever-changing labor laws and regulations, as well as in managing employment challenges such as sensitive terminations,…
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Jim is the Chair of Wiggin and Dana's Litigation Department. He is an experienced trial lawyer and appellate advocate who has successfully represented corporations and individuals in…
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Counsel
Dan Goren is Counsel in the International Trade Compliance Practice Group, where he works with a broad range of clients such as cutting-edge emerging technology companies, billion-dollar…
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Partner
Joe has spent over three decades advising and defending clients in a wide range of litigation and insurance matters, helping underwriters and other clients avoid litigation when possible…
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Counsel
James serves as Counsel in Wiggin and Dana’s Stamford office where he represents corporate and individual clients in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, commercial…
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Partner
Clients with challenging tax and business transaction concerns seek out Peter because of his seasoned counsel and knowledge in the ever-changing world of tax law. As Chair of the firm's …
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David joined Wiggin and Dana after more than two decades as a federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). His experience investigating and prosecuting high-stakes cases…
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Associate
Kristyn is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s New Haven office, representing clients on a variety of matters, both corporate and litigation.
Kristyn has a particular interest in the areas of…
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Partner
Helen advises individuals, couples, families, and fiduciaries in all aspects of trust, estate, and guardianship matters, helping families navigate the legal landscape to achieve their goals…
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Counsel
Michael is Counsel in Wiggin and Dana’s Corporate Department and a member of the Outsourcing and Technology Practice Group.
His practice focuses on complex outsourcing agreements as well as…
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Paul Hughes is the Managing Partner and former Chair of the firm's Corporate Practice Department. He also practices in the Health Care Department. He is experienced with the representation…
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Abe is a Partner in the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group. His practice spans all aspects of patent law, including representing and counseling clients in patent disputes…
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Michael focuses on all areas of intellectual property law, harnessing his electrical engineering background to help businesses reap maximum value from their innovations.
As a Partner in the…
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John has helped clients manage the rapidly evolving risks of an information-based society for decades. In John’s view, this is still the dawn of the information age as new capabilities…
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Najia is a business immigration lawyer who has dedicated her career to helping U.S. and international employers hire individuals with specialized skills her clients need to grow and thrive…
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Associate
Mi-Hae Kim is an associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Private Client Services Department in the New York office, where she focuses her practice on estate planning, trust and estate administration…
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Partner
Evan is dedicated to helping growth-stage companies, publicly held middle-market companies, family offices, high-net-worth individuals, private equity firms, and other clients achieve their…
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Sean is an Associate in the Litigation Department, where he represents clients in civil, criminal, and regulatory matters.
As a member of the firm's International Trade Compliance and…
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Monica is an Associate in the Corporate Department and a member of the Life Sciences Practice Group, and is based in the firm’s Stamford office.
Monica’s practice focuses primarily on life…
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R.J. is an Associate in the firm’s Corporate Department, where he advises clients on a broad range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions; commercial agreements such…
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Joshua Kutticherry is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Corporate department in the firm’s New York office.
Prior to joining Wiggin and Dana, Joshua worked as an Associate for an…
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Associate
Thomas Landman is an Associate and a member of the Intellectual Property practice group in Wiggin and Dana’s New York office.
Prior to joining Wiggin and Dana, Thomas worked as an…
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Partner
Bob is recognized as one of the country’s foremost authorities on antitrust, consumer protection, and trade regulation law. He possesses unparalleled experience in counseling, litigation,…
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Partner
David is a member of the firm’s White Collar Defense, Investigations and Corporate Compliance Practice Group; a member of the International Trade Compliance Practice Group; and Co-Chair of…
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Len has decades of experience helping clients solve tax and estate planning challenges so they can build their wealth and bequeath it to younger generations. He serves as Partner and Chair…
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Partner
Peter J. Lefeber is a Partner in the firm's Labor, Employment and Benefits Department. Having joined Wiggin and Dana in 1980, Mr. Lefeber has practiced labor and employment law exclusively…
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Partner
Sarvesh is a member of the firm’s Outsourcing and Technology Practice Group. The group has been ranked nationally as a leading practice in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for…
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As a Partner in the firm’s Litigation Department and Chair of the Probate Litigation Practice Group, Steve primarily focuses on trust and estates disputes, providing business-based advocacy…
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Associate
Leah is an Associate in the Litigation Department.
Leah earned her J.D. magna cum laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law. While in law school, Leah contributed to the creation of…
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Partner
Rebecca Matthews is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Health Care and Corporate Departments, Co-chair of the firm’s Academic Medical Centers, Hospitals and Health Systems Practice Group, and a…
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Scott D. McClure is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Corporate Department in the Washington, DC office. He brings to the table his expertise of nearly 30 years in Corporate Law. He started as…
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Michael is an insurance lawyer, primarily a litigator defending insurance companies, reinsurers, and insured parties from a wide range of claims that threaten clients’ businesses. He is…
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Joe is a Partner in the Litigation Department and focuses his practice on complex civil litigation and arbitration. He represents corporations, privately-held companies, and individuals. He…
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Mike is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Real Estate, Environmental and Energy Department in the New Haven office. An experienced environmental, health and safety (EHS) attorney, Mike’s…
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Associate
Ashley Moore is a Business Immigration Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Labor, Employment and Benefits Department in the New Haven office.
Prior to joining Wiggin and Dana, Ashley worked for…
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Associate
Erin is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Private Client Services Department, where she focuses her practice on estate planning, trust and estate administration, and philanthropy. In that…
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As an attorney in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department, David represents a range of clients including franchisors, product manufacturers, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, and…
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Kaitlyn is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Private Client Services Department in the Greenwich office, where she focuses her practice on estate planning and trust and estate…
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Partner
Sapna is a Partner in the firm's Litigation Department and Intellectual Property Practice Group. Sapna has spent nearly two decades representing clients in patent, trademark, copyright, and…
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Counsel
Caroline is Counsel in Wiggin and Dana's Labor, Employment and Benefits Department and is a member of the firm’s Diversity Committee.
Caroline’s practice encompasses federal and state court…
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Patent Agent
Brian Pattengale is a patent agent for the Wiggin and Dana Intellectual Property department, where he leverages his extensive scientific background to provide comprehensive technical…
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Partner
Larry represents the interests of management in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship and is particularly experienced in litigation defense. He has advocated for employers in a…
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Our experienced and highly skilled Private Client Services attorneys help our varied clients, both national and international, and from wide-ranging businesses and professions, deal…
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Associate
Karen Rabinovici is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Health Care and Corporate Departments and is based in the New Haven office.  Prior to joining Wiggin and Dana, Karen was a health law…
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Partner
As Co-Chair of the firm’s Private Equity Practice Group and a Partner in the Mergers and Acquisitions Practice Group, Heather has extensive experience providing valuable counsel to clients…
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Partner
Carolyn is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Private Client Services Department in the Greenwich and New York offices. Carolyn has more than 25 years of experience servicing affluent…
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Kim focuses on class action defense, professional liability matters, complex commercial disputes, and appeals. She is passionate about learning the intricacies of her clients’ businesses,…
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Andrew Ritter is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Corporate Department and focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions and corporate restructuring matters.
As a mergers and acquisitions…
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Partner
David is nationally known for representing companies and individuals when the stakes are greatest, whether investigating sensitive internal matters, defending against criminal charges,…
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Michael Rondon is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s New Haven office.
Before joining Wiggin and Dana, Michael worked for the Connecticut Supreme Court in Hartford, Connecticut as a law…
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Counsel
David is Counsel in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department and a member of the firm’s Appellate, Art and Museum Law, and Intellectual Property Litigation practice groups. He has assisted…
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Patent Counsel
Anthony is Patent Counsel in Wiggin and Dana’s Corporate Department, where he focuses his practice in the Intellectual Property and Life Sciences Practice Groups. He is a former business…
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Associate
Jacob is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department. A former Assistant District Attorney, Jacob draws upon his extensive trial experience in representing a diverse group of…
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Associate
Based in Wiggin and Dana’s New York office, Beth is an Associate in the Private Client Services practice group, where she focuses on estate planning and estate administration.
Beth received…
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Associate
Heather is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department, where she focuses her practice in the International Trade Compliance and Sanctions Practice Group. Heather represents…
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Associate
Heather is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department, where she focuses her practice in the International Trade Compliance and Sanctions Practice Group. Heather represents…
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Associate
Adam is an Associate in the firm's Corporate Department where he advises mature and emerging growth companies on commercial agreements, venture capital and debt financings, mergers and…
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Partner
Kevin focuses on complex civil litigation, principally in the areas of product liability, aviation, and business litigation. As an experienced advocate and Partner in Wiggin and Dana's…
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Counsel
Matt is Counsel in the firm's Private Client Services Department. Matt advises clients on estate planning, estate and trust administration, and probate litigation. His estate planning…
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Associate
Brian is a corporate associate in the Stamford office. Brian represents clients in connection with corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, financings and other commercial…
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Partner
Co-chair of the International Trade Compliance Practice Group, Tahlia is trusted by Fortune 50 multinationals, leading universities, international law firms, emerging companies, and small…
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Paul is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department in the New Haven and New York offices. Paul is a skilled litigator and former federal prosecutor. His practice focuses on…
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Associate
Lhens is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Corporate Department in the Stamford office.
Before joining Wiggin and Dana, Lhens was a Law Clerk to the Honorable Verna L. Saunders at the New…
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Associate
Christine is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana’s Labor, Employment and Benefits Department, where her practice focuses on federal and state court litigation, arbitration, and mediation of…
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Partner
Maureen is recognized as a leading health care lawyer at both the state and national levels. She chairs the firm’s Health Care Practice Group and advises health care providers on complex…
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Wiggin and Dana attorneys have a deep understanding of the issues faced by emerging growth companies and investors…
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Josh is an Associate in Wiggin and Dana's Labor, Employment and Benefits Department.
Josh's practice is focused on defending employers against claims of discrimination in state and federal…
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Sarah is an Associate in the Litigation Department and focuses her practice in the International Trade Compliance and Sanctions Practice Group in Wiggin and Dana’s Washington, D.C. office…
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Wiggin & Dana's Emerging Companies and-Venture Capital Group has been selected for the 2018 NLR Go-To Thought Leadership Award for their series on Legal Issues for Emerging Companies.  Wiggin's series of articles offers readers a solid understanding of some unique challenges and roadblocks impacting emerging companies that entrepreneurs must address in order to continue to expand and compete. Read the series: Legal Issues for High-Growth Technology Companies: The Series

 

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