My strength as an advocate comes from my emphasis on listening to my clients and fighting for the outcome they truly want. You will find many lawyers pay lip service to their promises to communicate with and listen to their clients, but fail to follow through on those promises. This prevents them from ever being effective advocates for their clients. I focus on being easy to contact, keeping my clients apprised of ongoing case matters, and consulting my clients regularly on their goals because goals may change as the case moves along. I don’t advertise on TV, and I don’t advertise on billboards, I accept fewer cases and tirelessly work them to maximize the outcome for my client. While we might not always have to go to trial, we will always be ready for trial.

James F. Aspell is the principal and managing attorney of the firm which he started in 2006 following 20 years of litigation practice in a mid -size firm in Hartford, Connecticut. Jim focuses his practice in the areas of worker's compensation and personal injury litigation, insurance subrogation law, social security disability law, personal bankruptcy, and residential real estate. Recognized by judges, Commissioners, and attorneys, Jim has been Peer Rated for his legal ability and ethics by Martindale Hubbell and has successfully brought and defended hundreds of cases at the trial and appellate level before the Connecticut Worker's Compensation Commission, and in Connecticut State , Federal and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Courts. Jim has been designated as a Board Certified Connecticut Worker's Compensation Specialists by the Standing Committee on Specialty Certification of the Connecticut Bar Association since the inception of the program. He has held the coveted Recommended Insurance Attorney designation from the A.M. Best Company since 2005 in recognition of his work in the defense of worker's compensation matters for various insurers, third party administrators and Connecticut municipalities. Jim was admitted to practice in the State and Federal Courts of Connecticut in 1986, The Mashantucket Tribal Court in 1991 and the United States Supreme Court in 1992. Jim is a 1986 graduate of Western New England College School of Law and a 1983 graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University. He has served as an adjunct faculty member in the field of Aviation Law at the University of New Haven . He is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association and a member of the Worker's Compensation Section of the Association. Jim is also a member of the Hartford County Bar Association and has served for many years on the Legal -Medical Committee. He is a member of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, the National Association of Social Security Claimant's Representatives (NOSSCR) and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). He is a past member of the Defense Research Institute. Jim is the Past- President of the Connecticut River Chapter of the Ohio Wesleyan Alumni Association and has served as President and in various other capacities in the Dynamic Networking Association. He has served the community as a coach and referee for the West Hartford Youth Soccer League and as Assistant Cub Master of Pack 145 in West Hartford. He is a USSF certified soccer referee and holds a 50-gross ton Master's license from the United States Coast Guard. He is a life-long resident of West Hartford where he resides with his wife and 3 children. Outside of the office Jim enjoys sailing, travel and cooking.

James Bacher is an accomplished litigation and trial attorney with a rich educational background and a commitment to legal education and community service. He began his academic journey at Kent State University (Kent, Ohio), earning his undergraduate degree in 2000. Mr. Bacher's passion for law and public service led him to Syracuse University (Syracuse, NY), where he completed a dual-degree program in 2003, obtaining a Juris Doctor from the College of Law and a Master of Public Administration from the prestigious Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Not one to rest on his laurels, Mr. Bacher furthered his expertise in Law and Government by securing a Master of Laws degree with a specialization in Small Business and Nonprofit Management from The American University (Washington, DC) in 2005. Professionally, Attorney Bacher is dually licensed, admitted to the bar in the States of New York (2005) and Ohio (2008). His credentials also extend to practicing law before the Southern and Eastern District Courts of New York and in 2013 he was admitted as an Attorney and Counselor of the Supreme Court of the United States of America in Washington, DC. Outside the courtroom, Mr. Bacher's dedication to academia shines through. Since 2008, he has been an esteemed Adjunct Associate Professor with the Political Science faculty at Hunter College. His pedagogical contributions encompass a wide range of courses such as New York City Politics, American Government, Public Administration and Policy, and Constitutional Law. A fervent believer in community and professional involvement, Mr. Bacher maintains active memberships in several legal associations. This includes the New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA), New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers, New York State Bar Association, and the Bronx County Bar Association. His leadership capabilities were highlighted when he served on the Board of Trustees for the Lake Erie International Model United Nations (LEIMUN) and was honored with the Presidential Call to Service Award in 2008. Additionally, his legal acumen has been acknowledged nationally through his induction as a member of The Order of Barristers. If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else's negligence, you are encouraged to reach out and schedule a consultation. Attorney Bacher is here to help you every step of the way, and will work tirelessly to ensure that your rights are protected. You can contact Attorney Bacher at (212) 634-7852 or at [email protected]. We look forward to speaking with you and learning more about your case.