The addition of Kevin D. Lawlor to The Flood Law Firm, LLC as a Trial Attorney signifies a strategic enhancement to the firm's litigation capabilities. Lawlor, who retired from public service on June 30, 2025, after serving as the Deputy Chief State's Attorney in Connecticut's Division of Criminal Justice, brings a wealth of experience in handling complex trial matters. His career highlights include overseeing high-profile units such as Appellate, Civil Litigation, Medicaid Fraud, and successfully trying nearly 40 felony cases to verdict.
At The Flood Law Firm, Lawlor will focus his expertise on civil litigation, particularly in areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, premises liability, and wrongful death. His transition from criminal to civil litigation is driven by a desire to apply his trial skills in a new context, seeking justice for clients in civil court. Lawlor expressed his enthusiasm about joining a firm with a strong trial litigation background, stating, The Flood Law Firm stood out as the firm best suited to help me transition my trial skills to civil practice.
Beyond his legal practice, Lawlor is also recognized for his contributions to legal education, having taught criminal law at Quinnipiac University and the University of New Haven. His accolades include the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Greater Bridgeport NAACP and induction into the East Haven High School Hall of Fame. The Flood Law Firm's acquisition of Lawlor underscores its commitment to aggressive advocacy and courtroom success, further solidifying its reputation as a leading personal injury law firm in Connecticut.
