Jonathan E. Friedler – Trif & Modugno

PARTNER

Hartford, CT

Jonathan E. Friedler focuses his practice in the areas of construction and business disputes, commercial and insurance litigation, as well as attorney ethics, professional responsibility and malpractice defense. He is dedicated to providing his clients excellent service and zealous advocacy.

Attorney Friedler is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association. He has been a contributing author for the Connecticut Chapter of the State-by-State Guide to Design and Construction Contracts and Claims, as well as the Connecticut Chapter of the 50 State Construction Lien and Bond Law publication. He has served as a panelist on numerous legal education seminars on the subject of attorney ethics and professional discipline. Attorney Friedler was listed in Super Lawyers in the area of Construction Litigation and was selected to Rising Stars (2022 – 2024).

Attorney Friedler is an avid New England high peak hiker and enjoys spending time in the White Mountains, the Adirondacks, and the Greens, as well as traveling to domestic and foreign National Parks. He enjoys planning and coordinating group hikes and safely introducing friends who have never experienced the high peaks to the splendor of the mountains through meticulous planning and preparation.

Construction Litigation
In his construction practice, Attorney Friedler represents project owners, managers, general contractors, subcontractors, design professionals and sureties in a range of complex construction disputes involving breach of contract and professional negligence claims, defect claims, claims for delays and extra work, administration and performance disputes, liens, bonds and foreclosures, termination claims, payment disputes and property damage claims.

Business Litigation
In his corporate practice, Attorney Friedler represents clients in a range of commercial disputes, including member/ shareholder oppression claims, partnership and fiduciary disputes, business divorces, risk management, and contract negotiations.

Professional Liability
Attorney Friedler represents lawyers in legal malpractice claims and various ethics issues, including bar complaints/ grievance defense and disciplinary proceedings, compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct; trust account management and audits; attorney advertising; bar admissions; firm management and attorney fee disputes.

Insurance/ Insurance Defense
Attorney Friedler represents carriers and policyholders in various insurance related matters. These include coverage disputes, including coverage opinions and declaratory judgment actions; defending policyholders in general negligence and professional malpractice claims, injury and property damage claims, and other complex insurance disputes.

Practice Areas

Construction Claims & Litigation; Surety; Construction Contracts, Project Delivery & Risk Assessment
Commercial Litigation & Business Disputes
Attorney Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Including Consultation & Defending Grievance Complaints, Bar Admissions, Fee Disputes & Malpractice
Insurance Litigation & Disputes
Arbitration & Mediation

Admissions

State of Connecticut
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
North Dakota
U.S. District Court, CT

Education

The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University (Hofstra Law)
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor