The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized all four Garrison Law partners for their work fighting for the rights of Connecticut’s employees, with two partners selected for the “Lawyer of the Year” award.
Steve Fitzgerald was named the 2027 New Haven “Lawyer of the Year” for Employment Law – Individuals. He previously received “Lawyer of the Year” honors in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2024, and 2026. In addition, Steve was recognized for his work in the categories of Litigation – Labor and Employment; Litigation – ERISA; and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs.
Josh Goodbaum was named the 2027 New Haven “Lawyer of the Year” for Litigation – Labor and Employment. He previously received “Lawyer of the Year” honors in 2022, 2023, 2025, and 2026. In addition, Josh was named a Best Lawyer in the category of Employment Law – Individuals.
Our other partners earned recognition for their work in the following categories:
Partner Nina Pirrotti: Civil Rights Law; Employment Law – Individuals; and Litigation – Labor and Employment
Partner Amanda DeMatteis: Employment Law – Individuals; Litigation – Labor and Employment; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs; and Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants
Best Lawyers® is one of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal profession, recognizing the top 5 percent of lawyers in America. Since 1983, selection for Best Lawyers® has been widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor. Unlike many other recognitions, this distinction cannot be bought.
Congratulations to all four Garrison Law partners on this well-deserved recognition.