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Attorney Bagnell concentrates his practice on contract disputes, employment law and civil rights litigation. He is known statewide for providing effective and dedicated legal representation and advice to his clients. His goal is to obtain the best possible result for each client and to avoid litigation if possible. He has appeared before all federal and state trial and appellate courts in Connecticut. He has been consistently rated among the top five-percent of attorneys practicing in Connecticut.
Recent news
November 2009
Attorney Bagnell Named New England Super Lawyer for 2010
Law & Politics has again named Attorney Bagnell a New England Super Lawyer. The list, which comprises the top five percent of lawyers in New England, is based on 12 indicators, including peer recognition, professional achievement and pro bono and community service. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Attorney Bagnell has received this recognition.
December 2008
Attorney Bagnell selected for inclusion in the Corporate Counsel edition of Super Lawyers magazine
The Corporate Counsel edition is circulated to 25,000 corporate counsel and CEO's of America's top publicly and privately held companies.
November 2008
Attorney Bagnell Named New England Super Lawyer
July 2008
Jury Awards Over $4 Million to Attorney Bagnell's Client in Retaliation Case
Attorney Bagnell represented the prevailing party in this case, which was recently tried in U.S. District Court in Bridgeport, Connecticut. As reported in the Connecticut Employment Law Blog (July 2008) and elsewhere, his client brought claims of retaliation in violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as well as Connecticut law prohibiting retaliation against employees who speak out in the workplace on matters of public concern. The jury unanimously found in her favor on all counts, awarding her over $4 million in damages. More...
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