Jacobs & Dow Attorneys Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027
Jacobs & Dow, LLC is proud to be recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, with attorneys Willie Dow, Rosemarie Paine, and Allison Near receiving recognition for their work across multiple practice areas.
Based in New Haven, Connecticut, Jacobs & Dow has a longstanding history of representing individuals and businesses in matters ranging from personal injury and civil litigation to criminal defense. The recognition of three Jacobs & Dow attorneys in the 2027 edition reflects the depth of experience and commitment to client advocacy found throughout the firm.
Best Lawyers recognition is determined through a peer-review process, reflecting the opinions of fellow attorneys regarding the professional abilities of their peers within the same geographic region and practice area.
Willie Dow
Willie Dow is recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for his work in:
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- DUI / DWI Defense
In addition, Willie was named the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Criminal Defense: General Practice in New Haven.
Willie has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 1993, marking more than three decades of recognition from his peers in the legal profession.
Rosemarie Paine
Rosemarie Paine is recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for her work in:
- Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Rosemarie has decades of experience representing individuals in personal injury matters and advocating for clients throughout Connecticut.
Allison Near
Allison Near is recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for her work in:
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Allison was also previously named a Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Criminal Defense: White-Collar in New Haven in 2025.
Jacobs & Dow congratulates Willie, Rosemarie, and Allison on their recognition in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. These honors reflect the respect of their peers and the experience, dedication, and commitment to client representation that each attorney brings to Jacobs & Dow.
