Josef B. Volman ’91 has been named a Co‑Chair of the Corporate, M&A, and Securities Practice Group at Blank Rome LLP. Blank Rome announced the appointment as part of a broader leadership update marking the firm’s 80th anniversary.
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Miguel de Figueiredo Appears on Podcast
Miguel de Figueiredo was a guest on the “Proof Over Precedent” podcast to talk about his research on judicial review in search and seizure. He and his co-authors discussed their project, the data analysis process, and the implications of potentially insufficient judicial review of warrants. Listen to the podcast.
Elizabeth A. Alquist ’94 Named Connecticut’s Intellectual Property Practitioner of the Year
Elizabeth A. Alquist ’94, Intellectual Property Partner at Day Pitney LLP, was named Intellectual Property Practitioner of the Year at the Second Annual Connecticut Distinguished IP Practitioners’ Dinner, held on November 13. Alquist was nominated for her “exceptional skill in managing complex intellectual property disputes, proven record of success in high-stakes litigation, and steadfast dedication to serving clients and the broader legal community.”
Deborah Witkin ’86 to be Honored by the Connecticut Bar Association
Deborah Witkin ’86 will receive the Charles J. Parker Legal Services award at the Connecticut Bar Association’s annual awards ceremony, Celebrate with the Stars, on Thursday, March 12. Attorney Witkin is the former Executive Director of Connecticut Legal Services (CLS). She retired in January 2026 after 39 years of distinguished service.
The Charles J. Parker Legal Services Award is presented to a member of the Connecticut Bar who has a deep and abiding interest in and dedication to the delivery of legal services to the disadvantaged in Connecticut.
Leslie Levin Featured in Article on Ongoing Appeals Over Law Firm Executive Orders
Professor Leslie Levin was quoted in a Law.com article examining the impact of nine major law firms’ pro bono agreements with the Trump administration. Professor Levin noted that most immediate consequences, such as attorney departures and client reactions, have likely already occurred and observed that Paul Weiss faced heightened scrutiny due to its history and its early decision to settle.
Leslie Levin Featured in Law.com Analysis of Firms’ Deals with Trump Administration
Professor Leslie Levin was quoted in a Law.com article examining the impact of nine major law firms’ pro bono agreements with the Trump administration. Professor Levin noted that most immediate consequences, such as attorney departures and client reactions, have likely already occurred and observed that Paul Weiss faced heightened scrutiny due to its history and its early decision to settle.
In Memoriam: Paul Albert Hudon ’70
Paul Albert Hudon ’70 passed away on December 28. Read his obituary or leave a tribute message online.
In Memoriam: Robin Kahn ’80
Robin Kahn ’80 passed away in early December following a battle with cancer. Her obituary and tribute are available online.
Day Pitney Elects Ashley Membrino Fote ’16 to Partnership
Ashley Membrino Fote ’16 has been elevated to partner at Day Pitney, where she handles a wide range of commercial real estate transactions. Fote has extensive experience in real estate finance and represents a range of clients from individual investors to financial institutions, lenders, and private equity real estate funds.
Richard Pomp Publishes Analysis on Maryland’s Digital Ad Tax in Tax Notes State
Professor Richard D. Pomp published an article titled “A Second Bite at the Apple, a Hail Mary, And a Rush to Judgment” in Tax Notes State (Dec. 15, 2025). In the piece, Professor Pomp critiques expert testimony and recent commentary on Maryland’s digital advertising tax.