Bozrah Lawyers

I am the managing member of Messier, Massad, Burdick & Assoc. LLC and an accomplished attorney with years of experience in personal injury, premises liability, homeowner claims, insurance litigation, and real estate / land use litigation. Throughout my career, I have focused on achieving successful outcomes for my clients against insurance companies and large corporations. I have earned a reputation for providing aggressive and sound legal counsel and representation. I am committed to achieving the best possible outcome for my clients by presenting all options and potential outcomes available to them.

Board-Certified Civil Trial Attorney | Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Advocate | Tribal Law Specialist James is a board-certified civil trial attorney devoted to representing individuals and families affected by personal injury and wrongful death. With a career defined by compassion, tenacity, and results, James is a powerful voice for those seeking justice against negligent individuals, corporations, and insurance companies. Throughout his legal career, James has recovered millions of dollars for clients harmed in a wide range of cases, including motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle crashes, product liability claims, medical and professional malpractice, slip and falls, negligent security, and wrongful death matters. He...

Michael Thad Allen is a nationally known attorney who represents students, faculty, and academic professionals in campus disciplinary proceedings and related litigation. His practice centers on defending the rights of individuals facing allegations under Title IX, student conduct codes, and faculty disciplinary systems, as well as protecting academic freedom and due process in higher education. Before practicing law, Michael served as a tenured professor at a major U.S. research university. This experience gives him a unique understanding of the academic environment and the institutional forces at play when a student or faculty member is accused of misconduct. He draws on this...

Alan is a highly skilled attorney with a focus on real estate law. With over 35 years of experience, he has developed a broad and comprehensive knowledge of the field, including residential and commercial transactions, development and financing, as well as foreclosures and foreclosure defense. In addition, he represents landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, lease drafting, and litigation. Throughout his career, Alan has been recognized for his outstanding legal work and has earned a reputation for providing his clients with sound legal counsel. His vast experience and in-depth knowledge of real estate law make him a valuable asset to...

Alexa is an attorney licensed in both Connecticut and Rhode Island. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. Alexa attended Quinnipiac University School of Law as a Dean’s Fellow where she graduated #1 in her class and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Quinnipiac Law Review. Prior to joining Messier Massad Burdick & Assoc. LLC, Alexa served as a Judicial Clerk for Justice Andrew J. McDonald on the Connecticut Supreme Court after serving a term as a law student extern for Judge Jeffrey A. Meyer of the Federal District Court for the District...

Adam D. Ferrare is a skilled attorney with extensive knowledge in a variety of practice areas. In addition to his experience in real estate, estate planning and administration, and business transactions, he also has experience in handling civil litigation matters. This includes representing clients in boundary disputes, debt collection, personal injury, and insurance litigation, among other areas. His comprehensive knowledge of these practice areas allows him to provide his clients with effective legal solutions tailored to their unique needs.

I am a trial attorney with a focus on civil litigation. My legal practice encompasses a variety of areas including personal injury, commercial litigation, construction litigation, insurance litigation, and probate matters. I have a broad range of experience in litigating matters to judgment across all these practice areas in both Connecticut and Rhode Island courts. I was honored to be selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2016, 2017, and 2018. Currently, I serve as the chairperson of the New London City Center District and am also a member of the local chapter of the NAACP.

Megan Wade is a Connecticut appellate attorney with nearly a decade of focused experience representing clients in civil appeals, family appeals, and criminal appeals across the state. She is the founder of Connecticut Appellate Law Firm (CTALF), a practice dedicated entirely to appellate litigation, consulting, and strategy. Her work centers on helping trial attorneys, law firms, and individuals navigate the complex Connecticut appeals process with clarity, precision, and trusted legal insight. Before founding CTALF, Megan practiced at a Hartford-based appellate firm, handling appeals before both the Connecticut Appellate Court and the Connecticut Supreme Court. Her approach is detail-oriented, client-centered, and focused...

I’m a criminal defense attorney with over 30 years of courtroom experience and a firm belief that every client deserves both strong advocacy and honest guidance. At Stacey Anderson Law, I provide strategic, compassionate defense with a focus on preparation, clarity, and treating each client with dignity — no matter the charge. Having served as both a prosecutor and a defense attorney, I understand the full picture of how criminal cases are built and challenged. That dual perspective allows me to anticipate the prosecution’s strategy and build a defense that’s both proactive and personal. My practice is based in Kent and serves...

Robert A. Cutler brings to his practice more than 20 years of legal experience as a business attorney. A former shareholder in the New York office of Akerman LLP, he has represented investors and businesses in hundreds of transactions. His clients operate in a wide range of industries, that include, but are not limited to, financial services, real estate, aviation, apparel, healthcare, beauty (fragrances and cosmetics), supply chain management, food services, leisure and hospitality, entertainment, technology and health and fitness. Many of his clients and former clients are among the largest companies in the United States, including a number of...