The Best Lawyers in America® has recognized five attorneys at Garrison Law for our 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 2026 New Haven “Lawyer of the Year” for Litigation – Labor and Employment. He previously received this honor, which is given to just one lawyer for each specialty in each metropolitan area, in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2024. In addition, Steve was recognized for his work in the categories of Employment Law – Individuals; Litigation – ERISA; and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs.
Josh Goodbaum was named the 2026 New Haven “Lawyer of the Year” for Employment Law – Individuals. He previously received this honor in 2022, 2023, and 2025. In addition, Josh was named a Best Lawyer in the category of Litigation – Labor and Employment.
Our other attorneys 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
Counsel Betsy Ingraham: Personal Injury Litigation
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!