Conn Kavanaugh is pleased to announce that nine lawyers have been included in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Best Lawyers has been recognizing legal excellence for over three decades and is regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor. This year, the list of outstanding attorneys represents more than 62,000 […]
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Special Permit Applicants Must Prove That Proposed Use Complies With Bylaws
If you’re seeking a special permit for a project, be prepared to prove that your proposal complies with the town’s bylaws. First things first. What is a special permit? Generally, a special permit allows an applicant to use land for purposes that are desirable or necessary, but that do not comply with the applicable zoning […]
Developers Must Explicitly Reserve Construction Right in Phased Condominium Project
As any seasoned developer knows, condominium development projects involve a delicate interplay between the developer, unit owners, the condo association, and the lenders that fund construction and acquisition costs. Last month, the Appeals Court addressed two issues that affect the balance of these relationships. First, where the lender granted partial discharges to unit owners upon […]
Civil Litigation Series: Prepping and Taking Depositions
On Friday, April 26, Andrew Dennington will be a panelist at the Boston Bar Association’s program “Civil Litigation Series: Prepping and Taking Depositions.” The program is part of the BBA’s Friday Fundamentals series and will address the aspects of a case to consider when formulating a plan for a deposition and how to properly execute […]
Cannabiz, The Journey Continues
On May 22, 2019, Mary ‘Beth’ O’Neal will present on the panel “Marijuana in the Workplace” at the Cape & Plymouth Business event “Cannabiz, The Journey Continues.” The event will bring together experts to debunk the myths and provide an overview of the business opportunities surrounding the cannabis industry in the Commonwealth. To learn more and […]
James B. Peloquin Admitted to Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States
On Monday, May 13, 2019, James Peloquin was sworn into the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. Jim is a Partner at the firm practicing primarily in the areas of construction, personal injury/insurance, professional and product liability, and commercial litigation. He serves as the chair of the firm’s Litigation Department and is a certified […]
BBA Files an Amicus Brief in Defense of Post-conviction Access to Forensic Testing
Erin Higgins was quoted in the article “BBA Files an Amicus Brief in Defense of Post-conviction Access to Forensic Testing,” which was published by the Boston Bar Association on April 18, 2019. The article is a news release from the Boston Bar Association regarding an amicus brief that was filed arguing that an individual who maintains […]
“Thrones, Heroes, Pride and Terror” – Jennifer Taddeo on “The Boston Podcast”
Jennifer Taddeo was a guest on “The Boston Podcast” episode 225 “Thrones, Heroes, Pride and Terror” by Pod617. She joined the show to preview Sunday’s GOT premier; why she keeps an eerie list just like Arya Stark; parental moments in an installment of Pride and Terror; and a review of the fierce-female flick Captain Marvel. Listen […]
Can Lawyers Respond to Negative Online Reviews?
By Erin Higgins and Thomas Peisch
Erin Higgins, The Lawyer’s Lawyer — “The Boston Podcast” by Pod617
Erin Higgins was a guest on “The Boston Podcast” episode 212 “Erin Higgins, The Lawyer’s Lawyer” by Pod617. She discussed a variety of topics including attorney discipline; the future for Robert Kraft; the terror of ‘Free Solo’ and the glory of ‘Green Book.’ Listen to the podcast below*, on SoundCloud, or visit “The Boston Podcast” page here. […]