Carol Angel ’72, a writer and editor of law-related publications, died on October 1, 2024. Read her obituary.
Alumni
In Memoriam: Kevin Murphy ’77
Kevin Murphy ’77, a longtime trial attorney in Connecticut, died on October 11, 2024. Read his obituary.
Alexander J. Grodski ’00 Joins McCarter & English
Alexander J. Grodski ’00 has joined McCarter & English as a Special Counsel at their Hartford office. Grodski joined the firm with several of his colleagues from Burns & Levinson.
In Memorium: Alexander Samor ’64
Alexander Samor ’64, a founding partner of Kleban & Samor, died on October 7, 2024. Read his obituary.
Frank Purcaro ’09 Appointed Assistant Superintendent
Frank Purcaro ’09 has been appointed assistant superintendent of schools in Newtown, Connecticut. The Board of Education confirmed Purcaro’s new role unanimously vote, and he will begin the job in December.
Four UConn Law Alumni Recognized at The New England Legal Awards
Four UConn Law Alumni were recognized at the 2024 New England Legal Awards. David Ephraim ’87 was awarded for both Banking and Finance Attorney of the Year and In-House Impact. Rebecca Clegg ’15, Blake Driscolli ’15, and Matthias Sportini ’17 were all recognized as New Leaders in the Law.
In Memoriam: William Colombell ’65
William Colombell ’65, a former FBI Special Agent, died on September 23, 2024. Read his obituary.
Igers Vangjeli ’17 Helps Establish Kansas Legal Group
Igers Vangjeli ’17 has helped launch the Kansas Legal Group, which is a part of the US Legal Groups network. Vangjeli will serve as the firm’s managing attorney.
Conor McKenzie ’05 Joins Downs Rachlin Martin
Conor McKenzie ’05 has joined the business law group of Downs Rachlin Martin. McKenzie will assist the firm’s tax team, and will practice out of their Burlington office.
Jonathan Levine ’98 Joins Baker Botts LLP
Jonathan Levine ’98 has joined Baker Botts LLP as special counsel in the global projects department. He will practice out of their Austin, TX office.