At the Hartford law office of William J. Melley III, we apply intelligence, creativity, and our wealth of experience in litigation and mediation to resolve issues effectively - and always with your best interests in mind. This level-headed approach has worked successfully for our clients throughout Connecticut since 1979. We have worked hard to earn the trust of our clients and enjoy a reputation for outstanding litigation defense experience before local, state and federal courts. In fact, our clients are often referred to us by other attorneys. Our commitment to quality legal services and personal attention has also been recognized by our peers in the legal community: Attorney William J. Melley III holds an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a significant rating accomplishment signifying that a lawyer's peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence. A common-sense, cost-effective approach to even the most complex matters. Sound reasoning and economical use of our client's resources are a common denominator across all our practice areas.. Civil Litigation. Insurance Defense. Insurance Coverage