Remembering Hugh Keefe: A Pioneering Force in Connecticut’s Criminal Defense Bar Passes Away at 82

New Haven, Conn. — Hugh Keefe, a prominent figure in Connecticut’s criminal defense landscape for over 50 years, passed away on Friday at the age of 82. His contributions to the field have left a profound impact on both colleagues and clients throughout his career. Keefe’s reputation as a formidable advocate was widely acknowledged. “He was a fantastic lawyer,” said close friend and fellow attorney William F. Dow III. Dow noted that Keefe possessed a rare ability to uplift others in the legal profession. “Any number of prosecutors and judges and lawyers are where they … Read more