Established • New Britain, CT

Greater New Britain
Bar Association

A fraternal organization of judges, lawyers, and court support staff serving the New Britain Judicial District — united by a commitment to the law and our community.

120+ Active Members
15+ Years Active
$50K+ Donated to Community
10+ Charities Supported

"The Greater New Britain Bar Association exists to share ideas, provide support to those who have chosen the law as a profession, and to benefit the community that surrounds our courthouse."

News & Announcements
Stay current with association news, events, and community initiatives.
2026 Leadership
Welcome to Our New President

The GNBBA welcomes Eric S. Parker, Esq. as our incoming President. We thank outgoing President Peter Soulsby, Esq. for his years of dedicated service to the Association and the New Britain legal community.

Association News
2024–2025 Dues Season
Annual Membership Dues Now Due

General membership dues of $40 are now due. Contact Treasurer Stephen L. Mangan, Esq. at smangan@emslaw.com or pay directly through the membership page.

Membership
Community
GNBBA Awards Annual High School Scholarship

The Association is proud to continue its annual scholarship tradition at New Britain High School, recognizing outstanding students in the community we serve.

Community
Farewell
Farewell to VP William Forbes

Members gathered to wish former VP Bill Forbes well as he transitions into post-practice life. Former President Richard Pentore has agreed to fill his seat on the executive board.

Association News
Serving the New Britain
Judicial District

Founded to bring together members of the legal community in and around New Britain, the GNBBA fosters professional development, fraternal connection, and meaningful civic impact. Our members include judges, attorneys in active practice, and dedicated court support staff.

Professional Development

Sharing ideas and supporting colleagues in the practice of law.

Fraternal Community

Building lasting relationships among the local legal community.

Community Service

Donating to local charities and supporting New Britain residents.

Scholarship Awards

Annual scholarships to New Britain High School students.

Greater New Britain Bar Association

Events

Upcoming and past GNBBA gatherings, tournaments, and community events.

Upcoming Events

2026
Stay Tuned for Upcoming Events

Details for our 2026 events including the Annual Golf Tournament and Law Day Celebration will be announced soon. Follow us on Facebook or check back here for updates.

Coming Soon

Past Events

Law Day 19 2019
Annual
2019 Law Day

Annual Law Day celebration and community recognition ceremony.

Golf 18 2018
Golf
2018 Annual Golf Tournament

Annual GNBBA golf outing. Bar Association scholarship award presented to New Britain HS recipient Shania Corales by VP William Forbes and President Peter Soulsby.

Golf 17 2017
Golf
2017 Annual Golf Tournament

Annual GNBBA golf outing. Scholarship presented to Quandeshia Minor.

Aug 17 2017
Social
2017 New Britain Bees Game

Member outing at a New Britain Bees baseball game — a fan favorite among the membership.

Dinner 14 2014
Annual
2014 Bench-Bar Dinner

Annual bench-bar dinner bringing together judges and attorneys of the New Britain Judicial District.

Lunch 13 2013
Social
2013 Staff Appreciation Lunch

Recognition luncheon honoring dedicated court support staff across the New Britain Judicial District.

Stay Informed

Follow the Association on Facebook for real-time event announcements and updates.

facebook.com/GreaterNewBritainBarAssociation

Event Contact

For event inquiries, registration, or sponsorship:

Eric S. Parker, Esq.
President, GNBBA
ep@romanoparker.com

Stephen L. Mangan, Esq.
Treasurer, GNBBA
smangan@emslaw.com

Greater New Britain Bar Association

Join & Pay Dues

Become a member or renew your annual dues. Three convenient payment methods available.

Who Should Join?

Membership in the GNBBA is open to judges, licensed attorneys, and court support staff who practice in or around the New Britain Judicial District of Connecticut.

Members enjoy access to professional events, community activities, scholarship sponsorship opportunities, and a strong network of fellow legal professionals.

Annual dues are $40 for general members, due by March 1st each year. Contact Treasurer Stephen L. Mangan, Esq. at smangan@emslaw.com with any questions.

Dues are due March 1st annually • All tiers $40

Payment Options

Venmo

Send your dues payment via Venmo to the Association treasurer. Include your name and “GNBBA Dues” in the note.

Note: Include your full name and membership year.

@GNBBA-Dues

After paying, email smangan@emslaw.com to confirm.

Check by Mail

Make your check payable to Greater New Britain Bar Association and mail to the address below.

Stephen L. Mangan, Esq.
GNBBA Treasurer
P.O. Box 1801
New Britain, CT 06050

Write your name and “Annual Dues” in the memo line. Allow 7–10 days for processing.

PayPal / Credit Card

Pay securely online via PayPal. You can use your PayPal account or pay as a guest with any major credit or debit card — no PayPal account required.

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Pay Annual Dues Online

Click the button below to pay $40.00 securely via PayPal. You can check out as a guest using any major credit or debit card — no PayPal account needed.

Before paying: Please email smangan@emslaw.com with your name and membership type so your payment can be matched to your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Annual dues are due by March 1st each year. New members joining after January 1st are welcome to pay at their first event or upon joining.
Members receive access to all GNBBA events (golf tournaments, Law Day, bench-bar dinners, social events), a professional network of New Britain-area judges and attorneys, participation in community charity drives, and the ability to vote in Association elections.
Membership is open to licensed attorneys, judges, and court support staff. Law clerks and judicial assistants are welcome as support staff members. Please contact us for any specific questions about eligibility.
Email Treasurer Stephen L. Mangan at smangan@emslaw.com with your updated information. Please include your full name and the information you'd like updated.
We encourage all members to invite colleagues! There is no formal referral program currently, but growing membership helps us serve the community better. Simply direct new members to this page or to our treasurer.
Greater New Britain Bar Association

Officers & Members

Meet the executive board leading the GNBBA and our past presidents who built this association.

2025–2026 Executive Officers
The executive board guides the association's events, community initiatives, and membership. Reach out to any officer directly by email.
EP
President
Eric S. Parker, Esq.
ep@romanoparker.com
RP
1st Vice President
Richard H. Pentore, Esq.
rpentore@pentorelaw.com
MW
2nd VP & Secretary
Melissa Wyckoff, Esq.
attorneywyckoff@gmail.com
SM
Treasurer
Stephen L. Mangan, Esq.
smangan@emslaw.com

Past Presidents

Recognizing the leaders who built the Greater New Britain Bar Association.
2018–26Peter Soulsby, Esq.
2017–18Richard H. Pentore, Esq.
2015–16Melissa J. Veale, Esq.
2013–14Michael F. Romano, Esq.
2011–12Stephen F. Cashman, Esq.

Interested in Getting Involved?

The GNBBA is always looking for engaged members. Consider running for an officer position during our annual elections, or simply reach out to any officer to get more involved in Association activities and community initiatives.