Our Legal Team

Meet the Attorneys of
Meridian Law Group

Our team of fourteen attorneys brings diverse expertise and a shared commitment to delivering principled, results-driven legal counsel.

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Catherine Hale

Founding Partner

Business Law Estate Planning Corporate Governance

Catherine co-founded Meridian Law Group in 1998 and has spent over three decades advising businesses and families on complex transactional and planning matters. She is recognized for her strategic approach to corporate governance and her ability to distill intricate legal issues into actionable guidance.

Education

J.D., Yale Law School; B.A., Williams College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, New York, U.S. District Court (D. Conn.)

Notable

Named to Connecticut Super Lawyers (2012-2024); Former Chair, Hartford Bar Association Business Law Section

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David Moreno

Founding Partner

Business Law Civil Litigation

David brings a trial lawyer's perspective to every matter he handles. Before co-founding Meridian, he spent eight years as a litigator at a national firm, where he developed a reputation for meticulous case preparation and persuasive courtroom advocacy in complex commercial disputes.

Education

J.D., Georgetown University Law Center; B.S., Boston College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, Massachusetts, U.S. Court of Appeals (2nd Cir.)

Notable

Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers; Lead counsel in 40+ trials to verdict

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Jonathan Pierce

Partner

Business Law Corporate Governance

Jonathan focuses on mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and governance advisory. He has guided dozens of middle-market transactions from letter of intent through closing and post-closing integration, with a particular emphasis on the technology and manufacturing sectors.

Education

J.D., University of Michigan Law School; B.A., Dartmouth College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, New York

Notable

Former in-house counsel at a Fortune 500 manufacturing company; Frequent speaker on M&A best practices

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Amara Osei

Partner

Business Law Employment Law

Amara advises employers on the full spectrum of employment matters, from policy development and compliance audits to defending against complex discrimination and wage claims. She also counsels businesses on entity formation, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance.

Education

J.D., Howard University School of Law; B.A., Spelman College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, District of Columbia

Notable

Board Member, Greater Hartford YWCA; Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as AV Preeminent

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Sandra Whitfield

Partner

Real Estate

Sandra leads the firm's real estate practice and has closed over $500 million in commercial real estate transactions throughout her career. She represents developers, investors, and institutional lenders in acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and development projects.

Education

J.D., Boston University School of Law; B.S., University of Connecticut

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, Massachusetts

Notable

Chair, Connecticut Bar Association Real Property Section; LEED Green Associate certified

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Rachel Kim

Partner

Civil Litigation

Rachel is a seasoned litigator who handles complex commercial disputes, insurance coverage matters, and construction defect claims. Known for her thorough case analysis and composed courtroom presence, she has secured favorable outcomes in both bench and jury trials across state and federal courts.

Education

J.D., Columbia Law School; B.A., University of Virginia

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, New York, U.S. District Court (D. Conn., S.D.N.Y.)

Notable

Former federal law clerk, U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut; Named Rising Star (2014-2018)

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Priya Anand

Of Counsel

Estate Planning Corporate Governance

Priya brings over twenty years of experience in estate planning and tax law to Meridian's practice. She develops sophisticated wealth transfer strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families and advises nonprofit organizations on governance, tax-exempt status, and charitable giving structures.

Education

J.D., NYU School of Law; LL.M. in Taxation, NYU; B.A., Barnard College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, New York

Notable

Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law; Adjunct Professor, UConn School of Law

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Marcus Reeves

Senior Associate

Real Estate Civil Litigation

Marcus represents clients in commercial real estate transactions and real property disputes, including zoning appeals, boundary and easement disputes, and landlord-tenant litigation. His combined transactional and litigation experience gives clients a strategic advantage when deals encounter obstacles.

Education

J.D., Fordham University School of Law; B.A., Morehouse College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, New York

Notable

Member, Connecticut Bar Association Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee

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William Stafford

Senior Associate

Civil Litigation Employment Law

William focuses on complex civil litigation with an emphasis on employment disputes and commercial contract claims. He has represented employers in discrimination, harassment, and wage-and-hour matters before state courts, federal courts, and administrative agencies.

Education

J.D., University of Pennsylvania Law School; B.A., Wesleyan University

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, U.S. District Court (D. Conn.)

Notable

Volunteer mediator, Hartford Superior Court Alternative Dispute Resolution program

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Elena Navarro

Senior Associate

Real Estate Business Law

Elena advises clients on commercial and residential real estate transactions, with particular expertise in mixed-use development projects, condominium formation, and environmental compliance. She also assists business clients with entity formation and commercial lease negotiations.

Education

J.D., University of Connecticut School of Law; B.A., Trinity College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut

Notable

Bilingual (English/Spanish); Member, Hispanic Bar Association of Connecticut

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Thomas Greenwell

Associate

Estate Planning

Thomas assists clients with estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters. He works closely with individuals and families to develop personalized plans that address asset protection, incapacity planning, and wealth transfer while minimizing tax exposure.

Education

J.D., Quinnipiac University School of Law; B.A., College of the Holy Cross

Bar Admissions

Connecticut

Notable

Member, Estate Planning Council of Greater Hartford; Volunteer, Connecticut Legal Aid pro bono program

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Robert Chen

Associate

Employment Law Business Law

Robert advises employers on workplace compliance, employee handbook development, and employment agreement drafting. He also represents businesses in regulatory matters and assists with commercial contract negotiations, bringing a practical, business-oriented perspective to every engagement.

Education

J.D., Boston College Law School; B.S., Cornell University

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, Massachusetts

Notable

Published author on wage-and-hour compliance; SHRM-CP certified

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Danielle Foster

Associate

Civil Litigation Employment Law

Danielle represents clients in commercial litigation, employment disputes, and insurance coverage matters. She manages cases from initial investigation through trial, with a focus on efficient discovery strategies and early case assessment that keeps clients informed and costs controlled.

Education

J.D., George Washington University Law School; B.A., Smith College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, U.S. District Court (D. Conn.)

Notable

Pro bono counsel, Connecticut Veterans Legal Center; Moot Court champion, GW Law

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Michael Draper

Associate

Corporate Governance Business Law

Michael advises boards of directors and executive teams on governance best practices, regulatory compliance, and fiduciary duties. He also assists with entity formation, shareholder agreements, and corporate restructuring, drawing on prior experience at a Big Four accounting firm.

Education

J.D., Vanderbilt University Law School; M.B.A., Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School; B.A., Amherst College

Bar Admissions

Connecticut, New York

Notable

Former senior consultant, Deloitte Advisory; CPA (inactive); Contributor to Governance Institute publications

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