Two Union Plaza, 2 Union St, New London, CT 06320, USA
Michael A. Blanchard is a Director who was admitted to practice before the Connecticut Bar in 1982, the Massachusetts Bar in 1985, and the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Bar in 1992. Attorney Blanchard received his Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Mathematics from Assumption College in 1979 and his Juris Doctor from Western New England College School of Law in 1982. His practice concentration is in criminal and family law. In his criminal practice Attorney Blanchard has appeared in Part B (misdemeanor) and Part A (serious felony) courts throughout the state. His diversified criminal cases have included murder, felony and misdemeanor assault, sexual assault, computer crimes, manslaughter and drunk driving defense. Attorney Blanchard has assisted those accused of crimes and their families throughout his legal career. Attorney Blanchard has testified as an expert witness concerning the standard of representation in criminal cases. Attorney Blanchard’s varied family practice has included fully contested custody cases, relocation issues and allegations involving both physical and sexual abuse of children. He has served as a court appointed guardian ad litem representing children’s best interests in contested custody matters. Attorney Blanchard has served as a Special Master in the Regional Family Trial Docket since its inception, teaming with child psychologists to conduct full day pre-trials in highly contested custody cases. He has served as a Special Master in New London and Middlesex counties, conducting pre-trials in contested family matters. Attorney Blanchard has been appointed and currently serves on the Family Commission, a committee dedicated to reviewing and revising practice book rules in the family law area. Attorney Blanchard also served on The Child and Custody Matters Work Group, a committee organized to create and administer a training module for court appointed attorneys who represent minor children in contested custody cases. Attorney Blanchard is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association, New London County Bar Association and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Bar Association. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Connecticut Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Attorney Blanchard is an appointed member of the Windham County Grievance Panel. He is a member of the Labor & Employment and Sports and Entertainment law sections of the Connecticut Bar Association. Since 2019, Attorney Blanchard has been recognized by Super Lawyers ® for his work in criminal defense; no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state are selected for this honor. He was named to Best Lawyers in America 2023 Edition for Criminal Defense. An Academic All-American and All-New England baseball player in college, he has coached numerous youth sports. Attorney Blanchard has been inducted in the Athletic Hall of Fame at Assumption College. He continues his involvement with young athletes as an advisor and agent.
701 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Andrew Blanchfield is a sought-after trial and appellate lawyer with over 30 years of courtroom experience, including dozens of large, complex jury trials, and a reputation for forthrightness and civility. His focus is on the defense of clients from various sectors, including industrial services, engineering, oil and gas services and healthcare in commercial litigation, professional liability and breach of contract and other employment issues. In addition, he has represented corporations – both based in Louisiana and throughout the U.S. – in complex litigation, often involving catastrophic accidents and serious injuries. Drew's professional liability representations have involved nursing homes, hospitals, medical malpractice claims, legal malpractice, architects and engineers. For years, the Office of the Louisiana Attorney General has relied on Drew to handle difficult, major exposure cases defending state agencies. He has argued cases involving the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, the Louisiana Department of Health & Hospitals, the Louisiana Public Safety & Corrections, Louisiana State University and other state entities In 2019, Drew was inducted as a Fellow in The American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL), which is an invitation only fellowship of exceptional trial lawyers from the United States and Canada. Membership is limited to 1% of the total membership of each state's practicing attorneys. There are more than 19,000 licensed attorneys in the state of Louisiana and just over 100 are members of The American College of Trial Lawyers. He has served as the Managing Partner of Keogh Cox since 2008. Prior to joining the firm in 1997, Drew served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Marcel Livaudais, Jr., U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, from 1985 to 1987, and was later in private practice in New Orleans from 1987 to 1997.
8380 Colesville Road, Suite 250, Silver Spring, MD 20910
10261 Sunset Dr suite c 101, Miami, FL 33173, USA
Georgina Blanco graduated with Honors from Florida International University in 2001, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration Degree with a concentration in Finance. She earned her Juris Doctor Degree from St. Thomas University School of Law in 2004. Georgina, a Miami native is familiar with the South Florida real estate market. She operates a boutique law practice in Miami, specializing in matters pertaining to Real Estate, Estate Planning, Entity Formations and Civil Litigation matters. Having a very strong Real Estate background dating back to her youth working in a family of real estate professionals and learning the ins and outs of the business since a very young age sets her apart. She is passionate about representing her clients in matters ranging from purchases, refinances to complex matters in the commercial arena. She is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to effectively represent her clients in the South Florida market.
387 New Lots Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207