Julie Martin Selected for BBA Leadership Program
Conn Kavanaugh is proud to announce that attorney Julie Martin has been selected for the Boston Bar Association’s 2025-2026 Public Interest Leadership Program.
News and Insights
32 Conn Kavanaugh Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers® 2026 Edition
Conn Kavanaugh is proud to announce that 32 of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, a leading peer-review guide to the legal profession.
Founding Partner Russell Conn to be Inducted into the 2025 Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Hall of Fame.
On September 16, 2025, Russell will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at an awards ceremony in Boston.
Derek Schaffner Earns CIPP/US Certification from International Association of Privacy Professionals
We are pleased to announce that Derek Schaffner, a partner in our Technology & Outsourcing practice, has earned the ANSI-accredited Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) credential through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
The Women’s Bar Association Will Honor Christina Pashou as a 2025 Emerging Woman Leader In The Law
The 2025 awardees will be celebrated and honored at the WBA’s annual Gala this fall.
Probate Litigation Attorney Maureen Curran Elevated to Partner at Conn Kavanaugh
The entire Firm is thrilled to announce that Maureen Curran has been elevated to the partnership of Conn Kavanaugh effective July 1, 2025.
Christopher Sweeney Article Published by Law360
Conn Kavanaugh litigation partner Christopher Sweeney was recently published in Law360, one of the most widely read and respected sources for legal news and analysis.
Conn Kavanaugh Litigation partner Andrew Dennington has been Elected Chair of the Southborough, MA Select Board.
Andrew was first elected to the Board in 2021 for a three-year term.
Conn Kavanaugh Partner James B. Peloquin and Construction Practice Earn Acclaim in 2025 Edition of Chambers USA
Conn Kavanaugh is pleased to announce that partner James B. “Jim” Peloquin and the firm’s Construction practice have been ranked for the first time in the 2025 edition of the prestigious legal directory Chambers USA.
Conn Kavanaugh Welcomes Anna Burkhard
Anna joins Conn Kavanaugh as its new Marketing Communications Specialist.
Conn Kavanaugh Welcomes Gregory P. Swain
Greg is a probate litigation associate at Conn Kavanaugh, where he specializes in representing clients in complex estate, trust, and guardianship disputes.
Michael J. Rossi was quoted in a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly article titled “Judge limits VFW attorney-client privilege in land case.”
Boston attorney Michael J. Rossi, who regularly defends attorneys and other professionals in malpractice actions and disciplinary proceedings, calls the court’s sanction “significant.”
Conn Kavanaugh Welcomes Joseph B. Hernandez
Joe is an associate attorney at Conn Kavanaugh, specializing in white-collar defense and complex business litigation.
Erin Higgins named one of the Top Managing Partners for 2025 by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.
Erin Higgins, managing partner at Conn Kavanaugh, has been named one of the Top Managing Partners for 2025 by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.
Conn Kavanaugh Welcomes Melina Garland
Conn Kavanaugh is pleased to welcome Melina Garland as Senior Counsel in its Insurance Litigation practice.
