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Michael J. Kopsick

Michael J. Kopsick

Managing Partner
Mike joined KKC in 1989, after starting his career in New York City. For many years now, he has managed the firm’s Litigation Department and was named Managing Partner in 2021.

While he currently focuses on business disputes, debtor/creditor rights, foreclosure, and employment law, he has handled a wide array of litigated matters in virtually every courtroom in Connecticut. Doing so has given Mike not only deep experience but a unique perspective on the litigation process he uses to benefit his clients, both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. Whether it’s a tax appeal, legal malpractice claim, partition of real estate, or business dissolution, Mike has been in those trenches before. He is admitted to practice before the state and federal courts of Connecticut and New York as well as the United States Tax Court. He is a frequent lecturer to the Bar and professional organizations on business litigation and employment practices.

In his free time, Mike is an avid golfer and skier who relishes travel experiences immersed in local food and culture. He has devoted time and treasure to a variety of charitable causes in the community.

AREAS OF PRACTICE

  • Litigation
    • Alternative Dispute Resolution
    • Business & Commercial Litigation
    • Debtor/Creditor Rights
    • Foreclosures/Collection
    • Legal Malpractice
    • Estate, Trust and Probate Litigation
  • Business & Corporate Law
    • Employment Law – Employer
    • Professional Liability

Education

  • Western New England College School of Law (J.D., 1988, Honors: magna cum laude)
  • Western New England Law Review, 1987-1988
  • University of New Hampshire (B.A. in English, Honors: cum laude)

Bar Admissions

  • Connecticut, 1988
  • New York, 1989
  • U.S. District Court District of Connecticut, 1989
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York, 1989
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of New York, 1989
  • U.S. Tax Court, 1998

Community Involvement

  • Tolland Education Foundation – Director and Incorporator
  • Tolland High School Building Committee – Member
  • Adams Adventure, LLC – Board Member and Counsel
  • Manchester Country Club, Board of Governors

Professional Associations

  • Connecticut Bar Association – Member, Litigation Section
  • Hartford County Bar Association – Member, Board of Directors
  • Manchester Bar Association – President, 2023-present
  • Tolland County Bar Association – Member
  • Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association – Member
  • American Association for Justice – Member
  • Connecticut Civil Trial Advocacy Institute – Graduate
  • The American Arbitration Association – Arbitrator (Commercial and Employment panels)
  • Member Roster of Neutrals (Commercial Panel)
  • Attorney Trial Referee/Fact Finder, Judicial District of Tolland
  • CBA Resolution of Legal Fee Disputes – Board Member
  • AV Rated Lawyer – Martindale-Hubbell

Fraternities

  • Lambda Chi Alpha

Awards

What My Clients Say

Attorney Kopsick was always available to meet my needs. At a time when emotions ran high, Attorney Kopsick was compassionate and understanding. If I ever need an attorney I would not hesitate to call him to service my needs.

Anonymous

I have worked with Mike Kopsick and the firm for many years, and have confidently referred many clients to them. Mike and his team deliver the prompt and professional attention, high level of competence, and attention to details that lead to successful resolutions.

Anonymous

Highly recommend Kahan, Kerensky & Capossela, LLP for business needs—Michael Kopsick is outstanding.

Anonymous

LEGAL INSIGHTS The KKC Blog

Evidence and Proper Procedure for Presenting in Foreclosure Cases

Connecticut’s Appellate Courts recently rendered important opinions regarding what evidence must be presented in foreclosure cases and the proper procedures for doing so.

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