About
Meghan A. Hayden is a Member at Harris Beach Murtha in the New Haven, Connecticut, office. Her practice includes commercial and real estate transactions, with a focus on finance, leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, loan workouts and restructuring, construction contracts, joint ventures, and other commercial matters. She advises clients on business and property issues that require careful planning, practical negotiation, and attention to both legal and financial details.
Meghan earned her J.D., summa cum laude, from Quinnipiac University School of Law. She also received a B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of Connecticut. Her academic background supports her work on real estate, finance, corporate, and transactional matters. This training helps her evaluate agreements, structure transactions, and provide practical legal guidance to clients involved in complex commercial real estate and business matters.
Meghan represents lending institutions, property developers, owners, tenants, and landlords. Her experience includes assisting clients with the purchase, sale, financing, leasing, and development of commercial real estate properties. She also advises on commercial transactions and general corporate issues. In addition, she represents municipal clients on general real estate and municipal matters, helping them address property-related needs with clear legal guidance.
Meghan A. Hayden is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the Connecticut Bar Association, and the New York State Bar Association. She is also a fellow of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys. Her practice reflects strong transactional judgment, practical problem solving, and a client-focused approach to commercial real estate, finance, and municipal matters.
Law Office Affiliations
- Member, Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Connecticut Bar Association
- Member, New York State Bar Association
- Fellow, American College of Mortgage Attorneys
Licensed State
- Connecticut
- New York
Education
- Quinnipiac University School of Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges




- Banking & Finance
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Commercial Real Estate
- Construction & Development
- Landlord & Tenant




