Verrill, a prominent regional law firm with deep New England roots, has announced an expansion of its Connecticut presence, welcoming seven highly regarded attorneys who will bolster its capabilities across business law, trust and estates, litigation, and tax. This growth underscores the firm’s commitment to meeting client needs in an increasingly complex legal landscape.
Verrill’s growth in Connecticut comes on the heels of the firm’s significant growth in Northern New England. The firm has welcomed 20 attorneys in Maine and Massachusetts so far in 2025.
Welcoming New Talent in ConnecticutÂ
The firm recently welcomed:Â
Andrew W. Nelson, Mark McEnroe, Eleni Choephel, and Justin D. Wade to the firm’s Business Law Group. As members of the group, they continue to represent clients in a broad range of corporate matters, including private equity and venture capital funds, investors, and business entities across various industries, encompassing general corporate matters, financings, and transactions, among other areas. Â
Harry E. Peden III and Kevin A. Walsh to the firm’s Private Clients and Fiduciary Services Group, representing individuals and business entities in connection with business, financial, and corporate law matters, in addition to tax planning and trust and estate matters.Â
James C. Riley to the Trial Group, representing businesses and individuals in a wide range of matters, including multi-million-dollar contract disputes and related tort claims, construction disputes, employment-related disputes, and First Amendment matters.
These additions further strengthen Verrill’s presence in Fairfield County, especially in Greenwich, where a new office complements Verrill’s existing Westport location.
Comprehensive, Cross-Disciplinary Strength
Verrill is a full-service law firm, providing clients with seamless support across a broad range of legal areas. From real estate acquisitions and financings to complex business transactions and high-stakes litigation to environmental issues, intellectual property protection, labor and employment matters, and sophisticated trust and estate planning, the firm’s multidisciplinary teams deliver integrated solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.Â
Whether an emerging company, multinational corporation, family office, or nonprofit institution, clients rely equally on Verrill for legal counsel that’s not only technically sound but also strategically aligned with their goals. The firm’s holistic approach means that clients benefit from extensive experience and deep subject matter knowledge from throughout the firm.Â
Putting Clients First
Clients choose Verrill for a straightforward, client-focused approach. Every transaction and matter begins with a careful understanding of the client’s unique business objectives, balancing risk and reward, and delivering efficient strategies to achieve those goals.
With offices in Connecticut and throughout the Northeast, Verrill combines local market insight with regional strength and national perspective. As the firm continues to grow, its commitment remains the same: delivering sophisticated legal solutions grounded in practical business understanding and an unwavering focus on client service and success.

















