Irene E Bassock
also known as Irene Magish
About Irene
Biography
What makes Empower Legal Group unique?
- Extensive experience representing and understanding "the other side" (employers) - their mindset, weaknesses, and vulnerabilities
- Honest, pragmatic, and realistic approach to driving optimal results
- Client relationships of transparency, trust, empathy and advocacy
- Network of resources to support clients during their transition from one employer to the next
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-39%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 5 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 30 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 29 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Empower Legal Group LLC
71 Raymond Road, West Hartford, CT, 06107
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Irene E Bassock's Reviews
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11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2020 | Employment & Labor
Irene Bassock is a knowledgalbe and extremely comptetent employment lawyer
Irene has been on both sides of employment law; she has knowledge and experience working on behalf of large corporations negotiating and protecting their rights when it comes to employment law but also has the valuable experience of helping the individual who finds themselves wrongfully terminated b...
Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Super helpful, highly recommend
Irene was so helpful in assisting me with reviewing my contract after I had been laid off. She was able to provide guidance, support and suggestions for going forward. She is extremely easy to talk to and non judgmental. Working with Irene definitely put my mind at ease regarding my work situation an...
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Highly recommended, amazing employment lawyer
Irene helped me with a termination after 22 years of employment. She knows the law and how to approach every situation. More than that she has a way to help put your mind at ease, is reachable and respond right away. This has been one of the worst times for me and she was a huge part of helping me th...
Posted by Kate | September 16, 2019 | Employment & Labor
Employee Handbook Guidance
Irene consulted with my organization the CT Women's Education and Legal Fund (CWEALF) to update our employee handbook. Irene provided thorough and thoughtful feedback to our handbook that improved this document from an employment law and HR perspective. We were grateful for her support and insight!
Irene E Bassock's Lawyer Endorsements
"Great Attorney. Very knowledgeable"
"I have no hesitation referring clients who need advice from the employee side to Irene. Irene has immense experience in the field of employment law due to her long tenure practicing in this area at The Hartford. I have seen Irene's law firm grown and thrive since she founded it in 2019. I am very fortunate to call Irene a friend and a mentor."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of getting to know Irene through our mutual association with the Connecticut Employment Lawyers Association. I have found her to be highly intelligent, thoughtful, empathetic and a strong advocate. I would happily recommend her."
"I highly recommend Irene and am thrilled that I have someone so knowledgeable, compassionate and engaged to refer my clients when they have been terminated or need assistance with any employment matter."
"As a fellow plaintiff-side employment lawyer and former in-house colleague, I am delighted to endorse Irene with the highest confidence. She combines top legal acumen with a unique understanding of corporate structure, which she uses strategically to obtain outstanding results for her clients. As importantly, she is compassionate, honest and fair. Finally, Irene is truly an excellent counselor....when advising clients she focuses not only on the immediate legal issues, but on all ancillary circumstances in order to help each client make the best decisions."
"As an attorney who has worked along side Attorney Bassock in the past, I can tell you that she will impress you with her intelligence, work ethic and especially with the results she will obtain. She is well know for her ability to relate to clients and her never ending energy in representing her clients’ interests."
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Experience
Honors
2010
Chairman's Award, Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.
Work Experience
2002 - 2019
AVP, Assistant Managing General Counsel, Hartford Financial Insurance Company, Inc.
1999 - 2002
Associate, Updike, Kelly & Spellacy
Associations
2015 - Present
Women United
Sample of Legal Cases
Appeal granted
Education
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
2011
HR Issues Involving Handling and Protecting the Data of Your Own Employees
Publications
2019
Activity
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Tips For Transitioning Employees - Tip #2 - Leave Confidential Information Behind
10 Nov 2019
Tips for Transitioning Employees - Tip #1 - Collect Critical Documents
10 Nov 2019