Jonathan Persky ’06 has been named Partner at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. Persky represents clients in federal and state courts, arbitration, and administrative agencies. 

Jason Weida ’05 has been named Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ new Chief of Staff. Weida previously served as the Secretary for the Agency of Health Care Administration.

Stacey Pitcher ’04 has joined Kaufman Dolowich LLP as a Partner in the firm’s New Haven and New York City offices. Pitcher concentrates her practice in employment law and commercial litigation.

Dove A. E. Burns ’04 has joined Kaufman Dolowich as the managing partner in the firm’s two Connecticut offices. Burns focuses her practice on employment law and commercial litigation. 

Bill Dombi ’78 has joined Arnall Golden Gregory LLP as senior counsel at the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. Dombi has more than four decades of experience handling major litigation and policy matters. 

Anthony Shannon ’11 has joined Perkins Coie as their Chief People Officer. In his new role, Shannon will oversee the firm’s human relations operations. 

Rosendo Garza Jr. ’15 was awarded the Citizen of the Law Award at the Connecticut Bar Association’s 2025 Celebrate with the Stars event. This award is presented to a judge, attorney, or paralegal who has made a significant contribution to a charitable or public service cause. Garza is a senior associate at Day Pitney in Hartford, CT.