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Stephen R. Kinney , a partner in the firm, joined Gaffney, Bennett and Associates in 1985. A longtime political advisor to Democratic U.S. Senator Christopher J. Dodd, Steve played a pivotal role in Dodd's last four successful re-election bids and in his presidential campaign. Previously, he served as a member of Dodd's staff and acted as a liaison to the Connecticut General Assembly.

On the state level, Steve first earned his political stripes under former Democratic House Speakers Ernest Abate and Irving Stolberg. During their leadership tenures, Steve was principally responsible for coordinating the movement of legislative business on the House floor.

Over the past 30-plus years, Steve's coalition building skills, his knowledge of the legislative process, and his political "sixth sense" have become invaluable assets to the firm. His extensive government relations and political experience are highly regarded by lawmakers and other key decision makers in both Hartford and Washington, D.C. His counsel and expertise are regularly sought on a wide variety of subjects, including: health care, human services, general law, telecommunications, state regulatory and municipal issues, and budget and tax matters.

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Jeffrey A. Zyjeski, Esq. ("Zeke") began working for Gaffney, Bennett & Associates in 1998 after completing an internship and working at the state Capitol as a staffer for the Legislature's Judiciary Committee. Jeff worked part-time at Gaffney, Bennett & Associates while in law school and joined the firm and the Law Offices of Jay F. Malcynsky, P.C. in 2002.

Jeff is also licensed to practice law in Massachusetts and before the United States Supreme Court

Jeff graduated cum laude with a B.A. from the University of Connecticut, and received his J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law. Jeff uses his legal and legislative experience to assist clients in matters of law, regulation and transportation. He currently serves as a member of the House of Delegates of the Connecticut Bar Association, and previously served on the Board of the Association of Connecticut Lobbyists.

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Kevin B. Spinella, a 10-year veteran of Connecticut politics, joined Gaffney, Bennett & Associates' team of eight lobbyists/lawyers on February 3, 2020.

Kevin began his career as a legislative aide and committee clerk for the House Democrats from 2010-14, overseeing all facets of the committee process and supervising five clerks. He also served as a campaign coordinator for the House Democratic caucus during the 2010-18 election cycles, and was responsible for helping develop strategies, prepare for debates and coordinate events with Congressional and US. Senate campaigns.

As senior policy analyst to former CT House Speaker Brendan Sharkey and current Speaker Joe Aresimowicz, for the past six years, Kevin has performed research, helped analyze policies and programs, and drafted and finalized legislation for the leaders and the caucus. He has also negotiated with and served as a liaison between legislators from both political parties the executive branch, lobbyists and advocates on priority issues.

Kevin's experience covering an array of legislative committees and issues on behalf of the House Democratic caucus and leadership has helped him develop a strong understanding of the legislative process and the critical importance of building and managing relationships.

GENE DESANTIS

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Clients:

1) Alliance for Clean Energy

2) American Adoption Congress

3) AMIDA CARE, INC.

4) Aquafil USA Inc.

5) ARCONIC, INC.

6) ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONALS IN INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY, INC.

7) Association of Surgical Technologists

8) BROTHERHOOD/SISTER SOL, INC. (THE)

9) Circular Polymers

10) CITIZENS' COMMITTEE FOR CHILDREN OF NY, INC.

11) COALITION FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, INC. (THE) ( COALITION FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, INC. (THE))

12) COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.

13) Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers ( Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers, COMMUNITIES FOR CHANGE, INC. (NEW YORK), FISCAL POLICY INSTITUTE, INC., MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK, INC),COALITION

14) Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers ( Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers, MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK, INC),COALITION

15) Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers ( Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers; COMMUNITIES FOR CHANGE, INC. (NEW YORK); FISCAL POLICY INSTITUTE, INC.; MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK, INC);COALITION

16) Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers ( Coalition to Fund Excluded Workers; MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK, INC);COALITION

17) COMMITTEE OF METHADONE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS OF NEW YORK STATE, INC.

18) COMMON CAUSE/NY ( COMMON CAUSE/NY)

19) ConnectGen Services LLC

20) DEFENDERS ASSOCIATION (NYS)

21) DRUG POLICY ALLIANCE

22) EARTHJUSTICE

23) ELLIOTT MANAGEMENT CORPORATION

24) ELLIOTT MANAGEMENT CORPORATION

25) Emergent BioSolutions

26) EVERGREEN HEALTH

27) FOOD & WATER WATCH

28) JUDGE ROTENBERG EDUCATIONAL CENTER, INC.

29) Just Strategy ( Just Strategy, One Fair Wage Action)

30) Just Strategy ( Just Strategy; One Fair Wage Action)

31) KATAL CENTER FOR HEALTH, EQUITY AND JUSTICE, INC.

32) LEGAL ASSISTANCE GROUP (NY)

33) LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, INC. ( LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, INC.)

34) LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, INC. ( LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, INC., NY Philharmonic)

35) LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, INC. ( LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, INC.; NY Philharmonic)

36) MAKE THE ROAD NEW YORK, INC

37) MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS, INC.

38) National Association Of Consumer Advocates

39) NEW YORK CONSERVATION OFFICERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

40) New York State Dispute Resolution Association

41) NEW YORKERS FOR FAIR AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE REFORM, INC.

42) NORTH STAR FUND (Communities United for Police Reform)

43) NRDC Action Fund, Inc.

44) NURSES ASSOCIATION-NYS ( NURSES ASSOCIATION-NYS)

45) One Fair Wage Action

46) OREXO US, INC.

47) ParentChild+, Inc.

48) PHYSICIANS COMMITTEE FOR RESPONSIBLE MEDICINE, INC.

49) PRIMARY CARE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

50) Public Interest Research Group Fund, Inc. (New York)

51) REGIONAL COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS-NYS

52) Resource Recycling Systems, Inc. ( Aquafil USA Inc., Circular Polymers, Resource Recycling Systems, Inc., Rise Composite Technologies)

53) Resource Recycling Systems, Inc. ( Aquafil USA Inc.; Circular Polymers; Resource Recycling Systems, Inc.; Rise Composite Technologies)

54) RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITIES CENTERS UNITED

55) Rise Composite Technologies

56) RIVERSTONE CLAIMS MANAGEMENT, LLC

57) SAFE HORIZON, INC.

58) SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSOCIATION (NY)

59) SCHUYLER CENTER FOR ANALYSIS AND ADVOCACY, INC.

60) sPower

61) Terra-Gen

62) TRESS CAPITOL ADVISORS, LLC ( CAMP DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION-NYS)

63) TRESS CAPITOL ADVISORS, LLC ( JUDGE ROTENBERG EDUCATIONAL CENTER, INC.)

64) UNION OF CONCERNED SCIENTISTS

65) VERA INSTITUTE OF JUSTICE, INC.

MARY ANN DONNARUMA

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CHRISTINE FAGA

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PAIGE JONES

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SAM KESSLER

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CAROL LEMON

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ARTHUR MALKIN

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CYLAS MARTELL-CRAWFORD

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NATHAN MCDANIELS

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STACIE ORELL

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BRENDAN PRINCIPATO

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DONALD ROSS

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JESSICA SCHAFROTH

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