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Morrison Mahoney Partner Alan Brown was recently quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. In the article titled "Lawyer incurs joint and several liability for ‘meritless’ suit," Alan discusses a Superior Court judge's imposition of attorneys' fees and Rule 11 sanctions against a Boston lawyer for pursuing meritless claims in "bad faith."

Morrison Mahoney Partner Amy Yarbro will be speaking in ALFA International's "DEI, Private Employers, Affirmative Action: Where Things Stand One Year After SCOTUS Ruling Striking Down Race-Based Admissions Policies in Higher Education" complimentary CLE webinar on Tuesday, September 10. This presentation will review the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision, Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College, which declared consideration of race in university admissions policies violated the Equal Protection Clause. Good luck, Amy! Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/gB4YKWbZ

Morrison Mahoney LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Meredith Rainey has been honored as a 2024 Top Woman of Law by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly for her outstanding achievements in the legal profession and community. The Top Women of Law designation celebrates the achievements of exceptional women lawyers who are pioneers, educators, trailblazers and role models in the Massachusetts legal community. “I feel truly privileged to have been chosen as an honoree for the Top Women of Law,” said Meredith. “I am humbled when I look at the list of the other well-deserved honorees and also those I am surrounded by on a daily basis within my practice. I am forever grateful to the numerous mentors I have had throughout my career who shaped the attorney I am today and the trailblazers who provide daily inspiration and humility.” Congratulations, Meredith! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/etrJvucW

Morrison Mahoney Partner Richard Hennessey will serve as a moderator for Boston College Law School's upcoming Wellness Seminar on Friday, August 23. Richard's part in the seminar stems from his active roles on the Morrison Mahoney Wellness Committee and Massachusetts Bar Association's Lawyer Well-Being Committee. The panel is a part of BC Law's three-day New Student Orientation and is exclusive to BC Law students. Good luck, Richard!

Morrison Mahoney Partner Alan Brown was quoted in a recent issue of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. In the article titled "Lawyer disqualified from handling real estate dispute," Alan comments on a Superior Court judge's decision to disqualify an attorney from representing defendants in a real estate dispute because he represented the plaintiff's entities in previous matters and allegedly advised both sides of the transaction at issue. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/edpbwqvY

Morrison Mahoney LLP is pleased to announce that Best Lawyers has named James Brawley the 2025 Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants “Lawyer of the Year” in Hartford, CT. Morrison Mahoney is proud of Jim for receiving this well-deserved designation. Jim is the Liaison Partner for Morrison Mahoney’s Hartford office and is an elected member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He has been with the firm for 30 years and has tried many cases to verdict in both state and federal court. This year’s award is Jim’s second Lawyer of the Year recognition in the last three years. Congratulations, Jim! https://lnkd.in/exzTU2QN

Morrison Mahoney LLP is proud to announce that 29 of our attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©, 15 of our attorneys have been selected for the 2025 edition the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ list, and one attorney has been awarded a Best Lawyers: Lawyer of the Year recognition. Attorneys represented on this annual list by Best Lawyers are widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor bestowed by Best Lawyers in conjunction with his or her peers. “Morrison Mahoney is proud to have this group represent the firm on the Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch, and Lawyer of the Year lists,” said Morrison Mahoney Managing Partner, Grace Garcia. “Year after year, our attorneys are awarded for their exceptional legal skills, hard work, and dedication to our clients. These recognitions are well-earned and serve as a true testament to each attorney’s excellence and the value they bring to our firm.” “I extend a special congratulation to Jim Brawley who has earned his second Lawyer of the Year recognition in two years,” Grace added. “Jim’s outstanding expertise and commitment to excellence in his practice truly sets him apart.” Congratulations to all those who received this honorable recognition! Find the full list of 2024’s awarded Morrison Mahoney attorneys here: https://lnkd.in/gin-UrR6

Morrison Mahoney LLP is proud to be recognized by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly as an “Empowering Women” firm in the publication’s 2024 awards. Such an award highlights Morrison Mahoney’s strong commitment to supporting and elevating women attorneys. Per Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, firms represented on the list demonstrate a commitment to hiring and promoting women, providing mentoring and opportunities for professional advancement to women attorneys, and establishing programs and policies to help women attorneys thrive professionally. “Morrison Mahoney is grateful to be recognized for providing an empowering and supportive professional setting for our women attorneys to thrive and grow,” said Morrison Mahoney Managing Partner, Grace Garcia. “We will honor this designation as we continue working to uplift our amazing women attorneys.” Read the firm's feature here: https://lnkd.in/eQBsZfRS

In July’s issue, Morrison Mahoney partner Joe Ciollo covers recent decisions from Connecticut state and federal courts on various topics relating to insurance coverage. Read here: https://lnkd.in/esCaJh6b

Morrison Mahoney is seeking two Automobile/Premises Liability defense attorneys in our New York, NY office with 2-8 years of relevant experience. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e9SAu3dY