Amanda Masselam Strachan (’98) Returns to WilmerHale as a Partner in the Firm’s White-Collar Practice.
WilmerHale is pleased to announce that Amanda Masselam Strachan, until recently the Criminal Division Chief in the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts, will return as a partner in the firm’s industry leading white-collar practice. Masselam Strachan, who practiced for nine years at WilmerHale, will draw on both her private sector experience and […]
Sophia Yen (’06) Listed Among Hollywood’s Top 100 Attorneys
Meet the dealmakers and litigators who made the cut for THR‘s 20th annual list of the entertainment industry’s most powerful legal advocates. These 100 standouts — listed alphabetically along with their practice area, firm and law school alma mater — negotiate the pacts and fight the battles that keep the cameras rolling. Read more.
Karen T. Nakasone (’95) Named Chief Judge of Hawaii’s Intermediate Court of Appeals
Governor Josh Green, M.D., today announced the appointment of Karen T. Nakasone as the new Chief Judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals (ICA). Nakasone will fill the vacancy left by the elevation of Judge Lisa M. Ginoza to Associate Justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court. “It is my pleasure to name Karen as Chief […]
Glenn Siegel (’82) Joins Moore & Van Allen in the Firm’s Bankruptcy & Restructuring Group
Moore & Van Allen PLLC (MVA) is pleased to announce that Glenn E. Siegel has joined the firm as a member and will practice* in the Bankruptcy & Restructuring group. Siegel joins MVA from the New York office of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, where he formerly co-led the firm’s bankruptcy practice. “Glenn is a veteran restructuring practitioner who is […]
Leah Segal (’14) Promoted to Director at Goulston & Storrs
Leah Segal, a member of the firm’s Tax Group, counsels clients on domestic and cross-border matters, including real estate transactions, financings, offerings, restructurings, and mergers and acquisitions. Her clients include privately held and publicly traded companies, REITs, REMICs, and family office investors. She also advises many tax-exempt and charitable organizations and has a robust pro bono practice. […]
Sydney Straub (’24) Hired as an Associate in Mirick O’Connell’s Labor and Employment Law Group
Mirick O’Connell in Worcester has hired Erin Boucher as an of counsel in the firm’s litigation group and Sydney Straub as an associate in its labor and employment law group at its Westborough office. Boucher works with medical professionals for medical malpractice and other professional liability matters. With more than 20 years of experience, she represents […]
John B. Koss (’05) Appointed Head of Innovation, AI, and E-Data Consulting at Mintz
Mintz announces the appointment of John B. Koss as Head of Innovation, AI, and E-Data Consulting. Drawing on over 20 years of legal and technology experience, John will lead Mintz’s efforts in exploring how the firm can use AI and other emerging technologies to further advance client service and operational efficiency. “John has led the firm’s E-Data Consulting […]
Christopher M. Condon (’01) Joins Bowditch’s Business and Finance Practice as a Partner
Christopher M. Condon, a seasoned commercial restructuring and insolvency litigation attorney, has joined Bowditch & Dewey as a partner. Condon advises clients on lasting and practical distressed asset solutions. He has more than 20 years of experience and has counseled clients across a broad spectrum of business sectors, including biotech, medical, construction and real estate. […]
Jesse Lynn (’96) Appointed to Join the Board of Directors of Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today announced the addition of two new independent directors to its Board of Directors. Jesse Lynn, General Counsel of Icahn Enterprises, and Ted Papapostolou, Chief Financial Officer of Icahn Enterprises, will join the Caesars Board effective immediately, subject to customary regulatory approvals. Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment, said, […]
Edward F. Cohn (’11) Is Recognized as One of 2025’s Most Distinguished Lawyers
Edward F. Cohn is a dedicated attorney with over 22 years of experience under his belt and many accomplishments throughout his career. He has built a strong reputation for securing results in cases that others may overlook, ensuring his clients receive the defense they deserve. At Edward F. Cohn, Attorney at Law, Edward’s mission is clear, […]