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B18 HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | MARCH 9, 2026 BEST PLACES TO WORK | SMALL/MEDIUM EMPLOYER CATEGORY (15 TO 199 U.S. EMPLOYEES) Relationships Matter. We work closely with our clients to solve their most complex legal challenges, with a focus on exceptional service, value and results. We could not do it without each and every member of our firm. At Pullman, we take great pride in our culture of pulling together, succeeding together with our clients, with the communities in which we live and work, and with each other. pullcom.com BRIDGEPORT HARTFORD SPRINGFIELD WAKEFIELD WESTPORT WHITE PLAINS Relationships Matter. We work closely with our clients to solve their most complex legal challenges, with a focus on exceptional service, value and results. We could not do it without each and every member of our firm. At Pullman, we take great pride in our culture of pulling together, succeeding together with our clients, with the communities in which we live and work, and with each other. pullcom.com BRIDGEPORT HARTFORD SPRINGFIELD WAKEFIELD WESTPORT WHITE PLAINS 26 ACCESS HEALTH CT HEADQUARTERS: Hartford INDUSTRY: Health Insurance WEBSITE: www.accesshealthct.com TOP EXECUTIVE: James Michel, CEO F ounded in 2012, Access Health CT operates Connecticut's health insurance exchange, serving resi- dents who purchase private coverage. Good Times: Two "family reunions" are held during work hours, one at Dunkin' Park in the summer and another at a local restaurant during the holidays. Other activities include Friendsgiving, office decorating, twin- themed dress days and celebrations tied to software releases. Employee Benefits: e compa- ny covers 95% of medical costs for employees and dependents, 100% of dental costs for employees and 82% for dependents, and 100% of vision costs for both. After five years of ser- vice, employees earn an additional five days of paid time off, bringing the total to 32 days. Good Health: Employees are of- fered $100 each for wellness items such as vitamins, supplements, fitness equipment, athletic gear, gym memberships or books. Staying Connected: Employees have a hybrid work schedule, but monthly days in the office are included. 25 PULLMAN & COMLEY LLC HEADQUARTERS: Hartford INDUSTRY: Legal WEBSITE: www.pullcom.com TOP EXECUTIVE: Lee D. Hoffman, Chair F ounded in 1919, Pullman & Comley has served clients in Connecticut, the Northeast and internationally. Its clients include major financial institutions, public and private companies, health care providers, trade associations, manufacturers and more. Good Times: A more than 50-year tradition, the Animosity Bowl pits firm partners against associates in a football game. Other events include an annual wine tasting. Employee Recognition: At an annual staff appreciation dinner, executives recognize legal support staff for individual contributions. Service awards are presented, and a raffle is held. e firm's chair also sends firmwide emails recognizing pro bono work, successful court cases and major deal closings. Welcome Gen Z: e firm prefers to train young talent straight out of law school. ere is a structured program so that junior attorneys understand the interplay between the legal issues and business needs of clients.