Dr. Perry A. Zirkel ’76 received the inaugural Boscardin Excellence in Special Education Research Award from the Council of Administrators of Special Education. “His work on IDEA, Section 504, and related statutes has made complex legal concepts accessible to educators, policymakers, and attorneys”. Congratulations!
Alumni Notes
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Cesar A. Noble ’83 Joins McElroy Deutsch
Cesar A. Noble ’83, former Superior Court Judge, joined McElroy Deutsch as counsel in Hartford. He will focus on alternative dispute resolution in the firm’s litigation and insurance services groups.
Jennifer Jackson ’93 Honored by Hartford Business Journal Power 25
Jennifer Jackson ’93 was included in the HBJ’s Power 25 in Health Care. The Power 25 Health Care list highlights individuals who are tackling major challenges in the area and setting the tone for the future of health care.
Kelsey Bond ’16 Joins Pierson Ferdinand
Kelsey Bond joins Pierson Ferdinand as a Partner in the Litigation Department. She brings with her nearly a decade of M&A and transactional experience.
In Memoriam: Theodore Harris ’75
Theodore Harris ’75 passed away following a courageous battle with ALS. Read the obituary here.
In Memoriam: Clement Naples
Clement Naples, age 94, passed away on October 30, 2025. Read the obituary here.
In Memoriam: Robert Schpero ’67
Robert Schpero ’67 passed away on October 26, 2025. Read the obituary here.
Jared Fine ’09 Joins Davis Polk
Jared Fine ’09 joins Davis Polk as Emerging Companies & Venture Capital partner. “Jared has significant experience advising a wide range of private companies and the venture capital funds that invest in them.” You can read the full press release here.
Dinora E. Lopez ’17 Promoted to Executive Vice President
Dinora E. Lopez ’17 is one of six senior leaders to be promoted to Executive Vice President at Liberty Bank. Read the press release here.
Karen LeCuyer ’08 Recognized as 2025 IP Star
Karen LeCuyer ’08 has been included in the final rankings for the 2025 edition of IP STARS, the leading specialist guide for those seeking experienced practitioners of intellectual property law. Read the press release here.