Built on Service. Focused on Results.
Mission Focus Legal Group exists because Keith Anthony spent nearly two decades in uniform learning what it takes to win under pressure — and decided to bring that discipline to the people of southeastern Connecticut.
Why This Firm Exists and What Drives It
Keith didn't open a law firm because it was the obvious next step after law school. He spent four years on active duty as a Marine Corps JAG officer prosecuting courts-martial at every level. He learned how prosecutors build cases, how institutions protect themselves, and how ordinary people get outmaneuvered when they don't have someone equally prepared in their corner. That experience shaped everything about how this firm operates.
Today, Keith holds the rank of Major in the Marine Corps Reserve, with nearly 20 years of combined service. His Groton office sits within three miles of Naval Submarine Base New London — not by coincidence. The submarine base community deserves a Connecticut military attorney who understands the UCMJ, the culture, and the stakes from the inside, not one who picked up a military law handbook after hanging a shingle.
The firm has grown to serve clients across personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and education law. The mission has not changed: show up prepared, fight hard, and treat every case like it matters — because to the client, it does.
A Career Built in Courtrooms and in Service
The foundation of this firm is a legal career that ran through law school, active military service, and two decades of reserve commitment before a single civilian client walked through the door.
Law School and Early Legal Training
Keith developed his foundational legal skills with an eye toward trial work from the start. The courtroom was always the destination.
Marine Corps JAG — Active Duty
Four years as an active-duty JAG officer, prosecuting courts-martial across the full spectrum of military offenses. This is where trial discipline becomes a habit rather than a theory.
Transition to Reserve Service
Keith transitioned to the Marine Corps Reserve, where he has continued to serve for nearly 20 years total. Reserve service is not ceremonial — it is active, ongoing, and directly relevant to the military law cases this firm handles.
Mission Focus Legal Group — Founded in Southeastern Connecticut
The firm was established with offices in Groton, Guilford, and New Haven, anchoring legal representation across a broad geographic corridor. The Groton office was a deliberate choice, placed close to the submarine base community that needed it most.
Credentials That Come From Doing the Work
Five-time Super Lawyers selection — a peer-reviewed distinction awarded to fewer than five percent of attorneys in Connecticut
One Super Lawyers Rising Star designation
Marine Corps Reserve Major with nearly 20 years of combined active and reserve service
Four years as an active-duty JAG prosecutor handling courts-martial at every level
100+ five-star Google reviews from clients across southeastern Connecticut
Three physical office locations: Groton, Guilford, and New Haven
You Know Who Is Working Your Case
Large firms assign cases. We work them. When you hire Mission Focus Legal Group, you meet the team handling your matter on day one — not a rotating cast of associates you've never spoken to.
Keith leads the firm personally. The paralegals and case managers who support your case are the same people you'll hear from when you call. That structure is intentional. It is how we keep clients informed, cases moving, and outcomes sharp.
Visit our Our Team page to meet the people behind your case.
Three Offices. One Standard of Representation.
Our offices in Groton, New Haven, and Guilford are not outposts. They are working locations staffed to serve the communities around them. Clients in New London, Stonington, Waterford, Norwich, and across the region have in-person access to the same team and the same level of preparation regardless of which office they walk into.
If you're closer to Groton, that office is minutes from the submarine base. If you're in the greater New Haven corridor, our New Haven and Guilford locations serve you directly. Virtual consultations are available for clients who need flexibility.
OUR PURPOSE
Invested in Connecticut, Not Just Operating Here
We have been practicing in southeastern Connecticut long enough to know the courts, the judges, and what actually moves cases forward. That familiarity is not a talking point — it is a practical advantage for our clients.
Keith's annual scholarship program for Connecticut students reflects the same commitment. This is where we live and work. We have a stake in the communities we serve beyond the cases on our docket.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mission Focus Legal Group
Who is Keith Anthony and what makes his background relevant to my case?
Keith Anthony is the founding attorney of Mission Focus Legal Group and a Marine Corps Reserve Major with nearly 20 years of combined service. He spent four years as an active-duty JAG officer prosecuting courts-martial, which means he understands how institutions build cases against individuals — and how to counter that effectively. That trial background informs how every case at this firm is prepared, whether it involves a personal injury claim, a military law matter, or a criminal defense.
Is Mission Focus Legal Group the right fit if I'm not a military member?
Yes. The majority of our clients are civilians navigating personal injury claims, family law matters, or criminal defense cases. The military background shapes how we approach preparation and advocacy — it is not a limitation on who we serve. If you were injured in an accident, are going through a divorce, or are facing charges in Connecticut, we are equipped to represent you.
What does the Super Lawyers recognition actually mean?
Super Lawyers is a peer-reviewed rating service that selects no more than five percent of attorneys in each state. Selection involves independent research, peer nominations, and professional achievement evaluations. Keith has been selected five times, with one Rising Star designation earlier in his career. It is one signal among many — but it is a meaningful one.
How do I know my case won't be handed off to someone I've never met?
It won't be. Keith leads every matter personally, supported by a named paralegal and case management team. When you schedule a consultation, you meet the people who will be working your case. That structure holds throughout the representation — not just at intake.
Where are your offices and do you offer virtual consultations?
We have three offices: Groton, Guilford, and New Haven. The Groton office is located within three miles of Naval Submarine Base New London. Virtual consultations are available for clients across Connecticut who prefer to meet remotely or cannot travel to an office location.
Ready to Talk to a Real Attorney?
If you have questions about a personal injury claim, a military legal matter, a family law issue, or a criminal charge, we are ready to help. Reach out today and you will speak with someone who can actually answer your questions.
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