Karin Wilinski (’93) Confirmed as a Judge of MA Juvenile Court
The Governor’s Council approved two new Juvenile Court judges on Jan. 22, confirming Randolph and Needham lawyers first nominated by Gov. Maura T. Healey in December. Tiffanie Cherie Ellis-Niles and Karin Wilinski both received 8-0 votes from the council. Read more.
Lina Lee (’12) Appointed Executive Director of the Connecticut Bar Association
The Connecticut Bar Association has named the founder of a New York City legal services organization as its new executive director. Lina Lee of New Canaan took over as of Jan. 2, 2025, according to a statement from the CBA. Lina brings extensive leadership experience, a strong commitment to justice, and a proven track record […]
Nathan Hammons (’03) Is Profiled by Marquette University Law School for His Work as the Founding Director of the Law and Entrepreneurship Clinic
A decade ago, Nathan Hammons recognized a critical gap in the marketplace — entrepreneurs and small businesses who lack access to affordable legal services. As the founding director of Marquette University Law School’s Law and Entrepreneurship Clinic, Hammons has cultivated a space where law students gain firsthand experience while providing pro bono legal services to […]
Shari Redstone (JD’78, LLM’81) Recognized on Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful Women List
Redstone, chair of the media giant Paramount Global, and her family are ranked at 40 on the Forbes list. The School of Law alum has facilitated two massive mergers during her tenure—between CBS Corp. and Viacom Inc. in 2019, and the ongoing merger between Skydance Global and Paramount—and is the first woman in the country to own […]
Eric Becker (’92) Appointed Head of Communications at Fathom Entertainment
Fathom Entertainment has named Eric Becker as head of communications. Becker will report to Shannah Miller, the vice president of marketing and be responsible for overseeing all external communications activities for the company, including strategic media relations, corporate communications, and programming publicity campaigns. Read more.
Richard A. Soden (’70) to Be Posthumously Honored with ABA Robert F. Drinan Award
The American Bar Association Civil Rights and Social Justice Section will posthumously honor Richard A. Soden, the section’s longtime leader, with its 2025 Father Robert F. Drinan Award for Distinguished Service in an online presentation from 5:30-7 p.m. EST on Thursday, Jan. 23. Read more.
Dr. Clarence B. Jones (’59) Honored at Celtics Game
The Warriors also honored Dr. Clarence B. Jones, a graduate of Columbia University and Boston University Law School, who served as legal counsel, strategic advisor, and speechwriter for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He helped craft key speeches, including writing the first seven paragraphs of the iconic “I Have A Dream” address and smuggling out […]
Barbara Jordan’s (LLB’59, Hon.’69) Legacy is Explored in Mary Ellen Curtin’s New Book, She Changed the Nation: Barbara Jordan’s Life and Legacy in Black Politics
The new book by Mary Ellen Curtin “She Changed the Nation: Barbara Jordan’s Life and Legacy in Black Politics” offers a new portrait of Jordan. Recognized as one of the greatest orators of modern America, Jordan inspired millions, and Black women became her most ardent supporters. Many assumed Jordan would rise higher and become a […]
David Orozco (’20) Joins Constangy as Attorney
Based in Los Angeles, Orozco focuses on defending clients in complex labor and employment litigation, including wage and hour disputes, discrimination claims, and cases under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). His practice includes managing class actions and guiding clients through every stage of litigation, from case assessment to resolution. Orozco’s legal experience spans state […]
Bidushi Adhikari (’24) Joins Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP’s Litigation and Construction Practice Groups
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP is pleased to announce that the firm added its largest first-year class, which includes 49 associates and two staff attorneys. Overall, Bradley added 117 new attorneys to the firm in 2024 and now has more than 700 attorneys across its 13 offices. Read more.