About the Strafaci Law Firm, LLC Team
Proudly Serving Uncasville, New London, Norwich, CT & the Surrounding Areas

Attorney John Strafaci

With more than 30 years of legal practice and dedication to tribal law issues, John Strafaci has earned a distinguished and respected place in the legal field. The Strafaci Law Firm, LLC maintains a focus on tribal-related issues, such as casino employment and game licensing, as well as non-tribal personal injury, worker’s compensation, DUI defense, employment, civil rights, and estate planning.

His “client first” approach has set the firm apart from other personal injury litigators in the southeast Connecticut area and helped to secure successful outcomes for countless clients. John holds the record for the largest personal injury claim awarded by a tribal court, which is $2.9 million. He is licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Mohegan Gaming Disputes Court (Mohegan Sun) and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Court (Foxwoods).

Involvement in New London, CT and the surrounding communities has always been among John’s highest priorities. He is a former New London mayor, and he served from 1991 to 1997 on the New London City Council. Today, he enjoys keeping up with the community and playing in local tennis leagues.

Education

The George Washington University, BA Political Science (1982)
Syracuse University College of Law: Juris Doctor (1985)

Bar Memberships and Affiliations

Connecticut Bar
Rhode Island Bar Association
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Bar
Mohegan Gaming Disputes Court
Federal District of Connecticut
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Bar Association
Connecticut Bar Association (Member of Indian Law Section)
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
American Association for Justice
Super Lawyers

Civic Associations

Chairman of New London Housing Authority: 1997-2004
Mayor, City of New London: 1995-1996
New London City Council: 1991-1997
New London Board of Education: 1987-1989

Attorney Joseph Strafaci

Joe is a proud New London native and second-generation lawyer who focuses on personal injury, worker’s compensation, gaming law, and civil rights.

Beyond his work with The Strafaci Law Firm, LLC, Joe highly values being an involved member of the community he serves as an attorney. He is a tennis coach at Saint Bernard School, a board member of the Chestnut Street Playhouse, and a member of the Italian American Citizens Club in Groton, CT.

His other titles include co-chair of the Indian Law Section of the Connecticut Bar and a consultant for businesses in the gaming and sports betting industries.

Education

The George Washington University, BA Political Science (2015)
The University of Richmond School of Law, JD (2018)

Bar Memberships and Affiliations

The Connecticut Bar (Co-Chair of Indian Law Section)
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Bar
Mohegan Tribal Court
Mohegan Gaming Disputes Court
Federal District of Connecticut

Civic Associations

Board Member, Chestnut Street Playhouse
Member, Italian American Citizens Club (Groton, CT)

Jennifer L. Gibbons

Paralegal

In her more than 20 years of paralegal experience, Jennifer Gibbons has assisted in the preparation and settlement of over 500 cases. Her duties at The Strafaci Law Firm, LLC include contacting adverse parties, drafting and preparing legal documents, certifying and witnessing documents as a notary public, and much more.

Her work ethic and professional attitude ensure that all clients feel welcome and treated as individuals. She received an associate’s degree from the University of New Haven and has been working as a paralegal for Attorney Strafaci since 1998.

Darlene K. Torcoletti

Paralegal

Darlene Torcoletti has worked with Attorney Strafaci for more than 20 years and brings over 28 years of professional experience in her role as a paralegal with the firm’s personal injury group.

She prepares and files legal documents, in addition to keeping in direct communication with adverse parties and insurance adjusters. Darlene has received a bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies and an associate’s degree in Business Administration from Roger Williams University.