About
Lawrence C. Sgrignari is an experienced attorney and member at Gesmonde, Pietrosimone & Sgrignari, L.L.C., with more than four decades of legal practice focused on civil litigation and municipal law. He has handled a wide range of lawsuits and disputes, including personal injury claims, business disputes, probate litigation, and insurance conflicts. He has successfully represented clients in trials, arbitrations, and mediations. His work includes appearances before appellate and supreme courts, showing strong advocacy skills and deep knowledge of legal procedures across complex cases and legal issues.
Lawrence earned his B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of New Haven in 1981. He later obtained his J.D., cum laude, from Temple University in 1984. His academic achievements reflect a strong foundation in legal principles and critical thinking. After law school, he served as a law clerk for the Connecticut Superior Court, where he conducted legal research and gained practical insight into court processes, helping shape his approach to litigation and client representation.
Lawrence has represented individuals, businesses, and municipalities in a wide variety of legal matters in his legal career. He has guided clients through workers’ compensation claims, administrative hearings, and appeals. His municipal work includes representing towns in labor relations, arbitration, and regulatory matters. He has also played a key role in negotiating agreements and resolving disputes involving government entities, demonstrating his ability to manage complex legal issues and reach effective outcomes for clients.
Lawrence C. Sgrignari has built a reputation for delivering strong results and practical legal solutions. He has helped clients recover compensation, resolve disputes, and protect their rights through careful strategy and dedicated advocacy. His experience in both private and public sectors allows him to approach each case with a broad perspective. Recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, he continues to serve clients with professionalism, skill, and a commitment to achieving fair and efficient resolutions.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney, Gesmonde, Pietrosimone & Sgrignari, L.L.C.
- Fellow, American Bar Foundation
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Connecticut Bar Association
- Member, American Association for Justice
- Member, New Haven County Bar Association
- Member, Connecticut Trial Lawyers’ Association
- Member, Top 100 Trial Lawyer (The National Trial Lawyers)
Licensed State
- Connecticut
Education
- Temple University
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of New Haven
Bachelor of Arts
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- Contracts & Agreements
- Corporate & Incorporation
- Franchise, Dealership & Partnership
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Appeals
- Arbitration
- Litigation
- Animal & Dog Bites
- Brain Injury
- Car Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Products Liability
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death
- Land Use & Zoning
- Probate
- Workers' Compensation




