Lawrence Alan Dubin, age 77, passed away on May 6, 2026 after a long illness. He was a resident of Jupiter, Florida and formerly of Orange, Connecticut. He was a graduate of Hamden High School, American University and University of Connecticut Law School. He practiced as a partner in Sawyer and Dubin in Northford, Connecticut.
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Alex Perkins ’97 Named in Washington DC’s 500 Most Influential People of 2026
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 Joins Skadden as M&A Partner
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.
In Memoriam: Andrea Faith Levy ’79
Andrea Faith Levy ’79 passed away on April 6, 2026. Her obituary is available online.
Tony Dos Santos ’00 Named Vice Chair of Bystate Health Board
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 Appointed COO of Quorum Federal Credit Union
Tyson Blackburn ’21 has been appointed COO of Quorum Federal Credit Union. Blackburn will oversee enterprise operations, technology, and strategic execution. The full press release can be found online.
Danielle M. Palmieri ’22 Joins Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey
Danielle M. Palmieri ’22 joins Carmody’s litigation practice in the New Haven office.
Florence Simon ’24 Joins Motley Rice
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 Appointed to Executive Committee of Day Pitney LLP
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 Joins Verrill
James Hallinan ’25 has joined Verrill’s Private Clients & Fiduciary Services Group as an Associate in the firm’s Greenwich office.