Alex Perkins ’97 was named one of Washington DC’s 500 Most Influential People of 2026 by the Washingtonian: “The former House Ways and Means trade counsel helped lead the multi-sector business coalition that secured congressional approval of the free-trade United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.”

Drew Barber ’10 rejoins Skadden as a partner in the M&A practice in its Boston office. “Drew’s industry knowledge and in-house perspective will be of enormous value to our clients in Boston and globally,” said Moshe Spinowitz, head of Skadden’s Boston office. “His ability to advise clients not only on the legal complexities of transactions but also on the broader strategic and operational implications is invaluable. We are pleased to welcome him back to the firm.” The full press release is available online.

Tony Dos Santos ’00 has been appointed vice chair of the board of Bystate Health. He brings more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, finance and business law to the board. The press release can be found online.

Tyson Blackburn ’21 has been appointed COO of Quorum Federal Credit Union. The full press release can be found online.

Danielle M. Palmieri ’22 joins Carmody’s litigation practice in the New Haven office.

Florence Simon ’24 joins Motley Rice in their Hartford office. She represents whistleblowers flagging fraud against the government as well as people who allege social media platforms encouraged addictive behavior resulting in emotional and physical harm.

Sebastian Lombardi ’10 has been appointed to the Executive Committee of Day Pitney LLP, effective April 2. The full press release is available online.

James Hallinan ’25 has joined Verrill’s Private Clients & Fiduciary Services Group as an Associate in the firm’s Greenwich office.