About Brian
Brian Kenney is a partner at Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen, a prominent law firm based in New Haven, Connecticut. He joined the firm in 2004, bringing with him a strong commitment to advocating for individuals affected by asbestos-related illnesses. In 2018, he became a partner, further solidifying his role within the firm. Early, Lucarelli specializes in asbestos litigation, focusing on cases involving mesothelioma and other serious health conditions linked to asbestos exposure. Kenney earned his Juris Doctor from Suffolk University Law School in 2002, where he developed a solid foundation in legal principles.
Prior to that, he received his Bachelor of Arts from Providence College in 1999. His educational background gave him the skills necessary to navigate complex legal challenges. Admitted to practice in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York, he has established a broad geographical reach in his legal practice. Over the past two decades, Kenney has managed hundreds of asbestos cases across Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts Superior Courts. His clients include former tradesmen, servicemen, and plant workers who have been diagnosed with asbestos-related illnesses.
Additionally, he has handled cases involving second-hand exposure, representing family members who were unknowingly affected by asbestos through contact with their loved ones' work clothes. This aspect of his practice highlights his dedication to seeking justice for all who have suffered due to asbestos exposure. Kenney's expertise and commitment to his clients have not gone unnoticed. He has been recognized as a "Rising Star" by the Super Lawyers rating service from 2011 to 2017, a distinction that reflects his growing reputation in the legal community. In 2023, he was listed in The Best Lawyers in America® for Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs, further affirming his status as a leading attorney in this field.
His accolades underscore his proficiency in handling complex litigation and his unwavering dedication to his clients. Active in the legal community, Kenney is a member of several professional organizations, including the Connecticut Bar Association, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the New Haven Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association. The Rhode Island Association for Justice. His office is located at One Century Tower, 265 Church Street, 11th Floor, New Haven, CT 06510. Through his work, Kenney continues to make significant contributions to the field of asbestos litigation, advocating for those who have been adversely affected by this hazardous material.
