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. 

John Durham ’01 has been appointed Interim United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. Durham was sworn in on January 21, 2025, and will serve in the role for a period of 120 days or until a Presidential nominee has been confirmed by the Senate.

Monica Novomisle ’02 has joined Rich Products as their executive vice president and chief people officer (CPO). Novomisle has over 20 years of Human Resources experience, and recently served as HeinzKraft’s CPO.