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675 L lawyers are available in New Haven, Connecticut. These lawyers are rated between 4.1/5 to 4.5/5 and 52% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $41 to $63 per hour.
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Gerret has practiced law in Indiana for over a decade. His law practice centers around Medicaid Planning as a specialty and includes Estate Planning and all areas of Elder Law to include Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney, Special Needs Trusts, and Advance Health Care Directives. As A specialized Elder Law practice, his office focuses on the legal needs of not only the elderly, but also those of younger clients who wish to plan their estates, as well as individuals with disabilities.. Gerret helps clients form plans that assist them in preserving family assets and remaining independent in the community for as long as this is possible. However, in the event their health declines, it is sometimes not possible for the client to remain safely at home. In these cases, Mr. Swearingen can also assist clients in preserving the family resources from the high costs of skilled nursing facility care. Often, the goal of preserving resources can be achieved, while likewise insuring that the healthcare needs of the client are met. This allows the client to achieve the best quality of life possible for both the client and his or her spouse and children while preserving the Client assets.. Gerrets caring manner and strong moral values make him a favorite of those he comes into contact with. His firm belief in doing what is right and making sure that the client has all the information they need to make informed decisions makes him a top choice for any client seeking an Elder Law Attorney in Wells County, Allent county, and all surrounding counties in Northern Indiana.
For more than 15 years, attorney Kirsten Mendillo has helped Connecticut residents with commercial and residential real estate legal issues. After graduating from Quinnipiac University School of Law, Kirsten became licensed to practice law in the State of Connecticut in 2001 and has practiced continually in the state since then. In 2003, Kirsten started a solo practice focused on real estate law. She is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Connecticut.. To be enforceable and reliable, real estate agreements of all kinds need to be clearly written and adhere to certain contractual formalities. It is also essential for anyone binding themselves to a real estate contract – such as a sales agreement or a lease – to ensure beforehand that their interests are protected by the agreement. If you are planning on signing any type of residential or commercial real estate contract, it is important that you have the assistance of an experienced real estate attorney.. Attorney Kirsten Mendillo is careful and attentive with every case she takes, and is dedicated to each of her clients. Whether you need a contract reviewed or you need help resolving a real estate dispute, Kirsten can help you protect your interests and rights.. Experienced Real Estate LawyerAttorney Kirsten Mendillo is qualified to handle a variety of general civil practice issues, but her passion and focus is real estate law. She graduated Kirsten uses her experience to do work related to real estate transactions, leases, or other contractual agreements. Attorney Kirsten Mendillo is experienced reviewing and drafting sales agreements, leases, and financing agreements for both residential and commercial real estate contracts. She can also counsel both buyers and sellers of any type of real estate, and has experience representing lenders and borrowers with regards to financing agreements.. Contact Real Estate Attorney Kirsten Mendillo TodayTrying to handle real estate legal issues without qualified legal counsel puts you at risk. Attorney Kirsten Mendillo is here to help you avoid future problems and resolve current ones. She is located in New Haven and serves clients throughout the state of Connecticut. If you need assistance with a real estate issue, call attorney Kirsten Mendillo to schedule a consultation today!
Ethan Levin-Epstein is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 40 years of experience in the criminal law. He has tried more than 30 jury trials to verdict for the prosecution and the defense. He has been designated a Super Lawyer and has been listed since 1999 in the attorney peer-reviewed publication Best Lawyers in America. He is listed in the categories for Criminal Law, White Collar Criminal Defense, and the representation of individuals in Discrimination and Employment cases.. Prior to joining Garrison, Levin-Epstein in 1991, Ethan spent fourteen years as a federal and state prosecutor, ending that portion of his career as the First Assistant United States Attorney in the District of Connecticut. Before that, he served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of New York (in Brooklyn) and as an Assistant District Attorney in the Rackets Bureau of the New York District Attorney’s Office (in Manhattan). He also served as a Legal Advisor to the Police Commissioner of the New York City Police Department.. In the criminal defense arena, Ethan has successfully tried cases and negotiated favorable dispositions in federal and state courts, resulting in outright declinations of criminal prosecution or agreements by the government to defer criminal prosecution for limited periods of time. In addition, he has represented numerous targets, subjects, and witnesses in federal grand jury and state investigations into such diverse allegations as mail and wire fraud, securities fraud, antitrust violations, health care fraud, tax fraud, money laundering, bribery, violation of the Hobbs Act (extortion under color of official right), Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO), false statements, perjury, obstruction of justice, violation of foreign export statutes, and conspiracy to commit these and numerous other offenses.. In his extensive work on behalf of employees, he has successfully negotiated numerous settlements for clients with claims for wrongful discharge; discrimination based on age, gender, pregnancy, disability and perceived disability, sexual orientation; sexual harassment; and benefits under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). He has also successfully prosecuted arbitrations for breach of employment contracts.. Ethan’s experience in the criminal law has enhanced his ability to effectively represent individuals in their employment-related matters. There is significant overlap between the two fields and where clients face situations which have implications from both an employment and criminal perspective, Ethan’s experience in both areas has proven invaluable.. Ethan has been an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Brooklyn and University of Bridgeport (now Quinnipiac) Law Schools, where he taught advanced courses in Trial Advocacy and Federal Criminal Jurisprudence. He has been a Visiting Lecturer of Constitutional Law at Syracuse University’s Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and has been a frequent speaker at professional and government-sponsored seminars and in-service training programs. Ethan has been invited to be a featured speaker and presenter at National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) Annual Conventions, the American Bar Association’s Section of Labor and Employment Law and at the F.B.I. Academy at Quantico, Virginia.. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Federal Bar Council (on which he served as a Trustee), and the Connecticut Bar Association (in which he served as a Co-Chair of its Federal Practice Section and continues to serve as an active member of its Executive Committee). Previously. he served as Chair of the Section’s Criminal Practice Sub-Committee. He is also a member of the CBA’s Criminal Practice Section, the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA), and the Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association (CELA).. Ethan is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the U.S. District Courts in the District of Connecticut, the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the Northern District of Florida. He is a member of the Bar of the States of Connecticut and New York and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Eric Stockman specializes in the litigation of complex medical, commercial and personal injury cases. From the claims stage through trial, he navigates his clients to successful resolution in controversies of all sizes. He has particular expertise in big-damages personal injury claims, and is often called upon to represent hospitals, doctors and local practice groups in birth injury and wrongful death claims.. In the unlikely event that a case does not resolve to his client’s satisfaction prior to trial, Attorney Stockman is one of the premier trial attorneys in the state. He has tried more than three dozen trials to successful conclusion, including some of the largest and most publicized cases in Connecticut history.. Attorney Stockman has had similar success in his appellate work. He has briefed and/or argued cases before the Connecticut Supreme and Appellate Courts, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Attorney Stockman has also written the testimony given on behalf of various hospitals and insurance companies including Stamford Hospital, Yale-New Haven Hospital, Hospital of St. Raphael, and the Connecticut Medical Insurance Company during hearings before the Connecticut Legislature regarding tort reform.
Emily McDonough Souza joins Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C. as an associate, working in litigation, primarily in medical malpractice defense. Attorney Souza recently completed a position as law clerk to the Honorable Eliot D. Prescott at the Connecticut Appellate Court in Hartford.. Prior to Attorney Souza’s appellate clerkship, she began her legal career as a research clerk for trial level judges of the Superior Court. There, she served as criminal law specialist for the Connecticut Judicial Branch’s Legal Research Office, acting as the primary resource for judges and co-clerks on issues related to criminal law. In addition, she has held intern positions at the United States Attorney’s Office, Office of the Corporation Counsel for the City of New Haven, and the State’s Attorney’s Office. She also was a student in the Quinnipiac Civil Justice Clinic, representing a client in an appeal before the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Deborah's practice focuses on Construction Law & Design Professionals Liability. She also practices in the areas of Employment & Labor Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution & Mediation.. In her broad construction law practice, Deborah performs contract drafting and negotiations, specification review, change order negotiations, claims analysis, project close-outs, dispute resolution and litigation. She represents construction design professionals, owners, and contractors during all phases of planning, development, design, and construction.. Deborah represents design professionals in professional liability claims and litigation and has been involved in many of Connecticut’s most high profile construction litigation cases. In addition to representing clients in mediation, arbitration, and litigation, she has served as an arbitrator and as a mediator.. In employment and labor law, Deborah works as a legal consultant in human resources, including drafting handbooks, human resource problems, employment negotiations, and drafting employment agreements and severance agreements. Additionally, she consults on FMLA, disability and discrimination law, wages and hours law, and other statutory compliance issues. She is on the roster of hearing officers for National Arbitration and Mediation (NAM).
Courtney M. Parsons is a partner at Dolan Divorce Lawyers. Courtney handles Family Law matters for the firm, including divorce, custody and post-judgment matters. Attorney Parsons joins Dolan Divorce Lawyers after working as an Associate Attorney at BBB Attorneys, LLC in West Hartford, CT, where she handled both civil litigation and probate matters for the firm.. Courtney is a Connecticut native and a graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University. She graduated cum laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2021 with a concentration in Family Law. During law school, Courtney served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Quinnipiac Health Law Journal.
Colleen works with the Construction Law & Design Professionals Liability and Medical Malpractice & Hospital Liability Defense practice groups at Neubert, Pepe & Monteith, P.C. Her legal research for these practice groups typically includes case law, statutory, and regulatory research for medical malpractice cases. Her work also involves evaluating medical records and related documents. In the area of healthcare regulatory services, she focuses on HIPPA compliance, insurance related matters, and management of physician groups. Colleen represents engineers and other construction professionals and defends hospitals, doctors, and physicians groups.
Certified as a Civil Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Tim handles medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injury, products liability and wrongful death. With years of experience across several practice areas, Tim is a respected member of the trial bar known for his adaptive courtroom style and his strong advocacy skills. He has brought many difficult cases to verdict and has successfully prosecuted several wrongful death cases resulting in large recoveries for his clients.. Tim was a trial advocacy instructor for the National Institute of Trial Advocacy for several years and has lectured on the admissibility of expert testimony for the National Business Institute. He is also a James Cooper fellow of the Connecticut Bar Foundation and a strong advocate for public service in the legal industry.
Brittany has over ten years of experience in the area of insurance defense, including medical malpractice and products liability. Her decade spent defending doctors and hospitals in medical malpractice suits affords Brittany a unique and knowledgeable perspective when advocating for Faxon Law Group's injured plaintiffs. She has been named a “Rising Star” by Connecticut and New England Super Lawyers® and, in 2015, was recognized as a “New Leader in Law” by the Connecticut Law Tribune. She also serves on the executive committee of the LGBT section of the Connecticut Bar Association and is a member of CTLA.
Before deciding to open my own firm, I worked as an associate for several years at a prestigious firm in New Haven County were I received significant experience in a many different areas of the law. I now use that experience as a general practitioner representing individuals and small businesses in a variety of matters. I find that my multi-disciplinary training allows me to provide concise and comprehensive legal advice to my clients so they don't need to try and find a different lawyer for every issue they have and don't have to pay large firm fees just so they can get advice on different matters under one roof. Having said that, when a client needs advice beyond my areas of practice I can usually rely on my network within the Connecticut Bar to find the right person for my clients.
Attorney Thomas J. Piscatelli focuses his practice on divorce and family law. He represents a diverse range of clients from doctors, lawyers, professors, and business owners to police officers, firemen, trades people, teachers, and stay-at-home mothers and fathers. He aggressively approaches legal issues with knowledge and dedication, both inside and outside of the courtroom.. Attorney Piscatelli works one-on-one with his clients to understand the unique needs of each case, and develops an effective and specific legal strategy tailored to every single situation. He displays a tireless work ethic in fighting for the best outcome for his clients, and takes special pride in a speedy response time. Attorney Piscatelli never backs down from a challenge. Although he achieves success negotiating on behalf of his clients, Attorney Piscatelli also believes that being prepared for trial, and willing to go to trial, is the best way to achieve a successful outcome in divorce and family law cases.. Attorney Piscatelli travels throughout Connecticut courthouses for his family law practice, and has litigated and tried divorce and custody cases at superior courthouses throughout the State. He handles everything from amicable and simple divorces resolved within a few months, to complex cases and lengthy trials complete with business valuations, child psychiatrists, and expert witnesses. Attorney Piscatelli is also a certified Guardian ad Litem in which he protects the rights and interests of minor children involved in various legal matters throughout Connecticut. Attorney Piscatelli has an extensive background in criminal, probate, and civil cases, and carries that knowledge to the complex, and all-encompassing realm of divorce and family law.. Originally from suburban Boston, Attorney Piscatelli obtained his undergraduate degree from Stonehill College where he graduated cum laude, and was a member of the baseball team. He obtained his Juris Doctorate from Quinnipiac University School of Law. While in law school, Attorney Piscatelli was a Distinguished Academic Scholar, recipient of the Sappern Fellowship, and worked as a Judge’s clerk in both the New Haven and Fairfield Superior Courts. Currently, Attorney Piscatelli resides in the Connecticut shoreline with his Wife and daughter.
Attorney Roussas is experienced in representing both individual and institutional health care providers in medical malpractice and general liability claims. Prior to joining the firm, Attorney Roussas was an Associate at Bai, Pollock, Blueweiss & Mulcahey, P.C. in Shelton, Connecticut where her practice was primarily devoted to defending physicians, hospitals and other health care institutions.. She received her B.A. in English Literature with a minor in Psychology from Pace University in 2003 and went on to receive her law degree in 2006 from Quinnipiac University School of Law. While in law school, she was Executive Financial Officer of the Moot Court Honor Society and was a Semi-Finalist in the Domenic Gabrielli National Family Moot Court Competition in 2006. She also received a distinguished academic achievement award in Bankruptcy. Attorney Roussas is a member of the Connecticut Defense Lawyers Association and New York State Bar Association. She is admitted to practice in Connecticut, New York and U.S. District Court in Connecticut.
Attorney Michael T. Petela, Jr. attended Cornell University on scholarships and attained a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial and Labor Relations in 2002. Following graduation he fought for worker rights with the Service Employee's International Union, organizing nursing home and hospital workers in Hartford, New Haven, and throughout Connecticut. He attained his J.D. degree from the evening program of Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2009, where he graduated with honors and received merit-based scholarships. While attending law school at night he worked full time during the day at as a paralegal for a firm representing plaintiffs against insurance companies in Hamden, CT. Upon his admission to the Connecticut bar he became an associate attorney for a boutique employment law firm exclusively representing employees in Woodbridge, CT. Thereafter Attorney Petela joined a prominent firm in Hartford, CT as an associate, where he litigated cases of civil rights, personal injury, workers’ compensation, labor and employment, discrimination and retaliation, wage and hour violations, social security disability, police brutality, criminal matters, motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, breach of contract, defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and whistle blower claims. He has tried numerous cases to verdict, and argued before the Connecticut Appellate and Supreme Courts. He most recently argued the Supreme Court case of Adriana Ruiz v. Victory Properties after successfully appealing the trial court decision (the oral argument was televised and may be viewed here). Attorney Petela continues to represent employees and injured persons in State and Federal Court, the Workers’ Compensation Commission, the Commission of Human Rights and Opportunities, the Department of Labor, the National Labor Relations Board, and the Social Security Administration. He is admitted to practice in the State of Connecticut and the United States Federal District Court, District of Connecticut. In 2014, Attorney Petela was selected by The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40, a professional organization comprised of America’s top trial attorneys under the age of 40.
Attorney Jennifer Lucarelli is a partner at Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen, a nationally recognized asbestos plaintiffs’ law firm. With over 20 years of experience in asbestos litigation, she has represented over 1,000 mesothelioma victims, securing millions in settlements on their behalf.. Attorney Lucarelli understands the urgency of securing financial compensation for clients while ensuring their medical care remains uninterrupted. With deep expertise in both the legal and medical aspects of asbestos litigation, she stays informed about the latest mesothelioma treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery, as well as clinical trials and top specialists nationwide. She is committed to helping clients access the best possible care and ensures that legal proceedings do not interfere with their treatment.. Recognized for her dedication and success in asbestos litigation, Attorney Lucarelli has been featured in Best Lawyers, the longest-standing peer-reviewed lawyer rating publication. She has been included on this prestigious list since 2018 for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs and was named "Lawyer of the Year" in 2023 for the same category in New Haven.
Attorney DiMenna provides trusted, innovative estate planning advice throughout the Tri-State.
Attorney Chris DeMarco has been practicing law for twenty years, exclusively as a trial lawyer. He has litigated murder cases, personal injury cases (including auto accidents, bicycle and motorcycle accidents, fall downs, and work-related injuries), medical malpractice cases, construction claims, divorce and custody cases, property boundary disputes, and civil rights violations. He practices in state and federal court and has argued appeals before the State Appellate Court and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.. Attorney DeMarco’s philosophy has always been that he’d rather look a prospective client in the eye and give an honest assessment of the situation, than make a promise he can’t keep at the end.
Attorney Cashman has 43 years experience as a lawyer in Connecticut. He does pro bona work and was named as a special master in family an on the regional family custody docket. His mediating skills allowed him to settle 92% of the cases involving finances and 70% of the child custody cases. If a case cannot be settled Attorney Cashman has vast trial experience having tried over 1000 cases. He has a wonderful working relationship with his colleagues and the judges which enhance his ability to obtain excellent results. He looks forward to representing you and obtaining those results in your case.
Attorney Boivin focuses his practice on the representation of clients in personal injury actions, including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability. He has extensive experience in all phases of litigation, from inception of a claim to resolution through settlement, mediation, arbitration and trial.. Attorney Boivin has represented clients as both plaintiffs and defendants in a broad range of legal claims over his career, including personal injury, product liability, Dram Shop Act violations, uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, medical malpractice and wrongful death, as well as in workers’ compensation claims. He leverages his experience, including in insurance defense and as a Partner at an Am Law 200 firm, to maximize the benefit and value for the firm’s clients in the relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes. He believes in preparing every case for trial, knowing that one who fails to prepare is preparing to fail.. Andrew completed his undergraduate degree at Quinnipiac University, where he studied Criminal Justice and Health Science. While at Quinnipiac he interned for the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts in Springfield, Massachusetts. Upon graduation, Andrew attended Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusetts, on a Trustee Academic Scholarship. During his time at Suffolk he earned membership to the Moot Court Honor Board and served as an Associate Managing Editor of the Suffolk Journal of Trial & Appellate Advocacy. After graduation, Andrew served as a Legal Research Law Clerk to the Judges of the Superior Court for the State of Connecticut Superior Court Judicial Branch. He thereafter worked at a well-respected Connecticut firm before accepting a position with a respected national law firm.. In 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, Attorney Boivin was selected as a “Rising Star” in New England and Connecticut, as published by New England Super Lawyers Magazine and Connecticut Magazine, respectively. He has successfully briefed and argued on appeal before the Connecticut State Supreme Court.
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Attorney Altieri represents clients in personal injury, civil litigation, workers compensation, criminal matters and advises clients on legal transactions. He specializes in personal injury, workers compensation, real estate and criminal defense.. Prior to receiving his law degree, Attorney Altieri gained experience working at a global insurance company as a Personal Injury Claims Specialist. He was licensed to negotiate claims in fourteen states and handled well over 1,000 cases. Shortly after, Brian clerked at a law firm where he managed transactions and foreclosure defense.. Brian is a member of the Connecticut and New Haven County Bar Associations as well as the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. He is a graduate of Qunnipiac University School of Law, cum laude, with a concentration in Civil Advocacy and Dispute Resolution, which he received with honors. Brian participated in externships with Connecticut Legal Services, The Honorable Theodore R. Tyma and the Honorable Arthur A. Hiller. He was a member of Phi Alpha Delta, the Society for Dispute Resolution and the Student Bar Association as well as Treasurer for the Labor and Employment Law Society.. During his free time, Attorney Altieri enjoys riding his motorcycle, playing hockey, and golfing.
As a graduate of Boston University in 1981 and Albany Law School in 1984, Attorney Kaplan has practiced extensively in the areas of real estate, commercial transactions, real estate tax appeals, bankruptcy, personal injury, foreclosures and landlord/tenant disputes.. A respected member of the Connecticut State and Federal court systems, he also is admitted to practice in New York and the District of Columbia.. Attorney Kaplan has earned a legal ability rating of *BV® (High to Very High) from Martindale-Hubbell, a national publication that rates attorneys based upon their legal ability and ethical standards.. Attorney Kaplan is an elected member of the Planning and Zoning Commission of Orange,CT and has previously served on the Zoning Board of Appeals. He is also an adjunct professor at Norwalk Community College.. Attorney Kaplan is committed to maintaining personal contact with every single client and, with the assistance of a dedicated professional staff, has supervision over each file.
Anthony C. Famiglietti practices primarily in litigation and is a member of Neubert, Pepe & Monteith's Bankruptcy & Creditor Rights, Commercial Litigation and Employment & Labor Law practice groups.. Prior to joining the firm, Attorney Famiglietti was a law clerk for the Honorable Douglas S. Lavine at the Connecticut Appellate Court. He held intern positions at the Connecticut Office of the Attorney General, Finance Department, Office of the Governor, State of Connecticut, Office of General Counsel, Office of the Chief State’s Attorney, and the Committee for Public Counsel Services in Springfield, Massachusetts. In addition, he was the American Bar Association Janet D. Steiger Fellow at the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Andy Lubin practices primarily in the areas of commercial real estate and commercial finance law providing clients with counsel and representation in connection with the wide array of issues presented by real estate acquisition, ownership, development, financing and leasing. He assists clients in all aspects of retail, commercial, office and industrial properties, including acquisition, financing, leasing (landlord and tenant), management and disposition. Attorney Lubin heads the firm’s real estate practice group, which is rated by “Best Law Firms” as Metropolitan Tier 1.. Andy provides comprehensive legal services to regional and national financial institutions and others in structuring, documenting and negotiating numerous types of financing transactions. These transactions include commercial real estate loans, construction loans, asset-based loans, and commercial loans, as well as working-out and restructuring troubled credit. Andy has developed a subspecialty in closing both SBA 7a and 504 Loans and is one of only four practicing lawyers in the State of Connecticut who have received a “Designated Attorney” certification from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Amara is a tenacious problem solver who values developing personal and professional relationships with her clients. She handles personal injury, workers’ compensation, and criminal defense matters.. As the first college graduate in her family, Amara graduated from Quinnipiac University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting prior to obtaining her Juris Doctor degree from Western New England University School of Law. As a law student, she was awarded the prestigious CALI Excellence Award in Workers’ Compensation, given to the highest scoring student in each law school class.. Prior to Balzano & Tropiano, Amara practiced law in Springfield, Massachusetts, where she handled a broad range of workers’ compensation and personal injury claims. Amara applies that experience to effectively resolving disputes, by truly understanding the best interests of her clients and working towards a successful resolution.. Amara is licensed to practice law in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. Such immersion into the practice of law across multiple jurisdictions has helped her develop an experience-based sensitivity to issues of equity and justice across diverse communities.. Amara enjoys trying different cuisines and spending time with her family, friends, and Bernedoodle, named Pio. She also enjoys serving the needs of her community by volunteering her time with multiple organizations, including Habitat for Humanity and as a Board Member for the Enfield Safe Harbor Warming Center.