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Attorney Franklin Baxley - Employees May be Entitled to Damages Even If They Earned Higher Rate of Pay to Work as Independent Contractors

July 27, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Questions about independent contractors or compliance with state and federal wage and hour laws?

Attorney Bradford Scudder - Supreme Judicial Court Clarifies Standards in Work Related Deaths

July 26, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Questions about workman's compensation law or have other questions about employment law?

Attorney Jeffrey Trapani - Avoiding Post-Eviction Claims From Your Tenants

July 26, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Questions about landlord tenant law or evictions?

Attorney Carla Newton - A Light at the End of the Tunnel… Or Just a Flicker: The Future of Alimony Beyond Retirement

July 25, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Do you have questions about alimony or have other questions about Family Law?

Attorney Michael Simolo - Complications in Estate Administration When Original Will Is Not Available

July 25, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Do you questions about your will or have other questions about estate planning?

Attorney David Lawless - Insurance Coverage

July 24, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Insurer had a duty to defend, and a duty to indemnify its insured.

Attorney Jeffrey Trapani - Appeals Court Issues Opinion Reinforcing Public Employer Immunity

July 24, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Questions about municipal law or have other questions about the limits set by the Legislature in bringing claims against municipalities under the Tort Claims Act.

Attorney Tony Dos Santos - Commercial Leases

July 23, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Is your commercial lease is consistent with G.L. c. 186, § 15 and the holding in Norfolk & Dedham Mutual Fire Insurance Company v. Morrison

Attorney Benjamin Klein - An Act Relative to Bullying In Schools

July 23, 2010 | MINDING YOUR BUSINESS Articles and Case Digests That Impact Your Business and Life

Questions about the anti-bullying statute?

Attorney Carla Newton - Postnuptial/Marital Agreements: Recent Decision Clarifies Status Under MA Law

July 18, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

The SJC has now established criteria for the enforcement of what will be known as “marital” agreements and which differs from the criteria for enforcement of prenuptial agreements or separation agreements.

Nancy Frankel Pelletier Earns Corporate Counsel Recognition

June 17, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Robinson Donovan, P.C. is proud to announce that Attorney Nancy Frankel Pelletier has achieved special national recognition in the 2010 Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition.

Attorney Dos Santos Lead Counsel in Innovative Housing for Homeless Veterans

June 10, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

This model housing has been recognized by national military and housing specialists as a major step forward in winning the battle against veteran homelessness.

Robinson Donovan P.C. is Now Using Secure a Email Solution to Ensure Confidentiality of Personal Information.

April 06, 2010 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Robinson Donovan P.C. is Now Using Secure a Email Solution to Ensure Confidentiality of Personal Information.

Attorney David Lawless - Wage-and-hour Pitfalls to Avoid

April 06, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Wage-and-hour Pitfalls to Avoid, Knowing the Law Is Just Part of the Strategy for Staying Out of Trouble.

Jeffrey L. McCormick Appointed Vice Chair of the State Board of Bar Overseers

March 10, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court have appointed Jeffrey McCormick as Vice Chair of the Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers

Attorney Trapani Named to Legislative Steering Committee for the ACCGS

March 09, 2010 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Attorney Trapani Named to Legislative Steering Committee for the ACCGS

Superior Court Allows Motion to Enforce Settlement Agreement filed by Attorneys Pelletier and Trapani

March 02, 2010 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Attorney Jeffrey McCormick named to Board of Trustees of Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education

February 09, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Jeffrey McCormick named to Board of Trustees of Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education

Attorney Franklin L. Baxley Will be a Speaker at the MCLE’s 46th Annual Practical Skills Program

February 08, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Baxley will speak on the subject of “Handling Employment Law Issues”

Attorneys Rapinchuk and Trapani Obtain Summary Judgment in Favor of Employer in Claim for Handicap Discrimination and Retaliation Action.

February 02, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Rapinchuk and Trapani Obtain Summary Judgment in Favor of Employer.

Attorney Carla Newton to Speak at MCLE Seminar on "Sophisticated Issues in Western Massachusetts Family Law Practice".

February 02, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Carla W. Newton will be a speaker at an all day MCLE seminar on "Sophisticated Issues in Western Massachusetts Family Law Practice".

Attorney Baxley Presenting Award at City Year’s Annual Legal Community Leadership Breakfast

January 19, 2010 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

A City Year alumni and former corps member.

Appeals Court Affirms Summary Judgment Obtained for Property Owner by Attorneys McCormick and Trapani

January 05, 2010 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

The Appeals Court recently affirmed a summary judgment decision obtained by Robinson Donovan Attorneys Jeffrey McCormick and Jeffrey Trapani in favor of two Worcester, Massachusetts property owners.

Attorney Jeffrey Trapani - Advice to Residential Landlords in a Global Recession

January 05, 2010 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Understanding Liability Issues Is a Must to Avoid Costly Mistakes

Attorney James Martin Obtains Significant Tax Abatement for Commercial Property Owner

November 17, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney James Martin obtains significant tax abatement for commercial property owner. The reduction in value of $2,026,049.00 resulted in a significant reduction in tax liability for the property owner and a substantial refund of taxes paid by the property owner for fiscal years 2008, 2009 and a significant credit or refund for fiscal year 2010 taxes.

Changing Your Domicile From Massachusetts to Florida and Saving on Taxes in the Process

November 17, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

What are the tax benefits of a “move” to Florida, and how are those benefits realized?

Attorney Nancy Frankel Pelletier Selected as One of the Top 50 Women Massachusetts Super Lawyers For 2009

November 13, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Nancy Pelletier has received the distinct honor of being named as one of the Top 50 Women Massachusetts Super Lawyers in 2009. Attorney Pelletier was the only woman lawyer from Western Massachusetts selected for the list.

Attorney Jeffery L. McCormick Selected as One of the Top 100 Massachusetts Super Lawyers For 2009

November 13, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Jeffrey McCormick has been chosen by Massachusetts Super Lawyers Magazine as one of the Top 100 Massachusetts Super Lawyers for the year 2009

Robinson Donovan Salutes Admiral Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at Annual Soldier On Award Dinner

November 12, 2009 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Managing partner Jeffrey McCormick and Robinson Donovan salute the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Michael Mullen on the occasion of his receipt of the prestigious Soldier On Award. The Soldier On Award recognizes individuals whose leadership and actions have advanced the goal of ending veteran homelessness.

Robinson Donovan Helps Soldier On Break New Ground

November 06, 2009 | Robinson Donovan

Robinson Donovan’s partnership with Soldier On was created with the same spirit of innovation. Over the past two years, our firm and Soldier On have forged a partnership that we at Robinson Donovan are very proud to be part of.

Robinson Donovan Attorneys Named To Massachusetts Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America Lists for 2009

November 04, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C

Robinson Donovan's Partners and Associates Gain National Recognition as Top Attorneys

Attorneys McCormick and Lawless Obtain Dismissal Of Claim By Arguing Application Of The Massachusetts Anti-Slapp Statute

November 03, 2009 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Robinson Donovan Attorneys Jeffrey L. McCormick and David S. Lawless recently obtained the dismissal of a claim in Superior Court.

RD Recruiting for New Family Law Associate

October 26, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Robinson Donovan, P.C. is currently recruiting for a Family Law Associate

Attorney Franklin L. Baxley Joins Robinson Donovan

September 09, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorny. Franklin L. Baxley Joins Robinson Donovan, Leaves Boston firm, Bringing Employment Law Background to Springfield, MA.

Attorney Nancy Frankel Pelletier Listed as a Super Lawyers - Corporate Counsel

August 27, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Nancy Frankel Pelletier was recently listed in the Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Edition.

Attorney Carla Newton to Speak at MCLE Alimony Summit

August 25, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Carla Newton to Speak at MCLE Alimony Summit

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Obtain Dismissal of Federal Civil Rights Claim.

August 11, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Obtain Dismissal of Federal Civil Rights claim.

The Benefits of Low Interest Rates: Gift and Estate Tax Planning

July 30, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

With interest rates still low there are substantial wealth transfer opportunities available for parents, grandparents and others who wish to transfer assets to the next generation or beyond and, in the process, minimize or eliminate transfer taxes, whether they be gift or estate taxes.

Save the Date - Dinner With the Chairmain of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen - October 29th

July 28, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Robinson Donovan is partnering with Soldier On to honor Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Michael J. Simolo Joins Robinson Donovan

June 30, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Michael J. Simolo Joins Robinson Donovan, Granby resident previously spent six years in practice in Amherst

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Obtain Summary Judgment for the Town of Seekonk

June 30, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Obtain Summary Judgment for the Town of Seekonk

Robinson Donovan Helps Women Veterans Start A Garden

June 10, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

New aspect of Robinson Donovan/Soldier On partnership to take root May 30 in Leeds

Attorneys Jeffrey McCormick and Jeffrey Trapani Successfully Defend Hartford Law Firm Sued in Bankruptcy Court

May 19, 2009 | Robinson Donovan P.C.

Attorneys Jeffrey McCormick and Jeffrey Trapani recently teamed to defend a Hartford law firm, sued with a bank in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Springfield

Attorney Carla Newton Completes Second-Tier Training in Collaborative Practice

May 12, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Carla Newton has recently completed Training in Collaborative Practice

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Successfully Defended the City of Westfield

May 04, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless successfully defended the City of Westfield.

Bradford D. Scudder has Become an Associate of the Firm.

April 15, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

The law firm of Robinson Donovan, P.C. is pleased to announce.

The Partners of Robinson Donovan, P.C. are Pleased to Honor the Memory of Our Late Colleague, John C. Sikorski,

March 18, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

The John C. Sikorski MasterClass,” will help keep John’s teaching legacy alive.

2009 - Year of Change for Federal Estate Tax

December 15, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

The issue for planners and taxpayers since 2001 has been – what happens after 2009?

Joining Forces – Springfield Law Firm Forges Partnership with Soldier On

December 10, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Springfield Law Firm Forges Partnership with Soldier On

Attorney Carla Newton Completes Advanced Training in Collaborative Practice

December 04, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Carla Newton has recently training in Advanced Training in Collaborative Practice Law

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Obtain Summary Judgment in Favor of Clients in a Federal Civil Rights action.

November 14, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorneys Nancy Frankel Pelletier and David Lawless obtained Summary Judgment in favor of their clients in a Federal Civil Rights action.

Robinson Donovan Lawyers Named To Super, Best Lists for 2008

November 12, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Robinson Donovan's Partners and Associates Gain National Recognition as Top Attorneys

Attorney Jeff Roberts Advises Clients on Estate Planning and Future Law Changes

September 09, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Jeff Roberts says it isn’t 2010 that people should be concerned about — it’s what might come after that year.

Attorney Pelletier Successfully Defends Town in Federal Civil Rights Claim

September 08, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Nancy Frankel Pelletier successfully defended the Town of West Stockbridge and members of its Zoning Board of Appeals before United States District Court.

Attorney McCormick Elected to Membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates

August 27, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Jeff McCormick has recently been elected to one of the nation’s premier organizations of trial lawyers.

Services For Homeless Vets Receives Recognition

July 22, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

What you stand for in the community is just as important as what you sell or the services you provide

Top White House Homelessness Official Announces Groundbreaking Strategic Alliance

July 21, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Top White House homelessness official to announce groundbreaking strategic alliance. Robinson Donovan and Soldier On Form Partnership

Massachusetts Appeals Court Upheld Decision Received by Nancy Frankel Pelletier

June 30, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Pelletier Successfully Defends Town of Ludlow, Chief of police and veteran officer

June 19, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Nancy Frankel Pelletier successfully defended the Town of Ludlow, its Chief of police and a veteran officer in a case tried in the Superior Court.

Attorneys McCormick and Frankel Pelletier Named to Committee

June 18, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Asked by Superior Court Chief Justice Barbara Rouse

Business West Article on How New Wage-and-Hour Provision Will Test Employers

June 11, 2008 | Business West, June 9,2008 Edition, Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Patricia Rapinchuck had another word to describe the measure: “Draconian.”

Pelletier Successfully defends Institution of Town Meeting Against First Amendment Challenge

April 08, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Nancy Frankel Pelletier successfully defended the Town of Egremont, Massachusetts in a First Amendment action brought by second homeowners who, though not registered to vote in Egremont, claimed that they had a right to speak at annual and special session of the Egremont Town Meeting based on their status as taxpayers.

Robinson Donovan represents long-time client in its sale.

April 01, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Final stage of a business succession plan.

Attorney Roberts concludes federal estate tax audit with negotiation of significant valuation discount for family limited partnership.

March 31, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Jeffrey W. Roberts concludes federal estate tax audit.

Attorney Frankel Pelletier Appointed

March 10, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Patricia M. Rapinchuk successfully defended the City of Pittsfield and its former mayor against an employment discrimination complaint in the Berkshire Superior Court.

January 02, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

A jury found that the City had not discriminated against the plaintiff, a former employee of Berkshire Training and Employment Program, based upon her disability.

Attorney Jeffrey McCormick Wins $700,000 Settlement for Client Injured in Serious Trucking Accident

November 17, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Jeffrey McCormick Successfully Defends Corporate Store Owner in Serious Personal Injury Claim

November 17, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Another success for Attorney McCormick.

The Best Lawyers in America 2007

September 01, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Three RD attorneys make the Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. For a quarter century, they have helped lawyers and clients find legal counsel in unfamiliar jurisdictions or unfamiliar specialties. >

Organizing, Buying & Selling Privately Owned Businesses

July 25, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Continuing Legal Education Seminar on Organizing, Buying & Selling Privately Owned Businesses

Attorney Nancy Frankel Pelletier successful for Cities and Towns in Civil Rights claims relating to Zoning, Equal Protection, Due Process and Taking Claims

July 16, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

In Donovan Bros v The Town of Montgomery, Attorney Frankel Pelletier obtained summary judgement In the United States District Court in favor of the Town of Montgomery

Attorneys Martin & Lawless Receive Favorable Ruling From the Massachusetts Court of Appeals in Case Involving Failed Investment Strategy

July 13, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

On July 12, 2007, the Massachusetts Court of Appeals upheld an order of the Massachusetts Superior Court granting summary judgment on behalf of a Robinson Donovan client in a case alleging a failed investment strategy.

Case handled by Attorney Pelletier lauded as one of most important opinions of the year by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

July 09, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Forty Under 40

June 21, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

BusinessWest Magazine Recognizes Antonio Dos Santos as One of the Top ‘Forty Under 40'

Attorney Jonathan Rice Wins Withdrawal in Guardianship Case

May 20, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Faced with the presumption in Probate Court that family members should be awarded guardianship of an elderly, incapacitated client over strangers, Attorney Jonathan Rice offers sufficient evidence to the contrary, and client's child withdraws petition for guardianship.
Jonathan P. Rice

Attorneys Martin and Dos Santos Draft Special Legislation Regarding Wind Energy Project

May 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorneys Martin and Dos Santos continue work on Hoosac Wind Project.
James F. Martin | Antonio E. Dos Santos

Attorneys Martin & Lawless Receive Jury Verdicts in Complex Discrimination Case and Preliminary Injunction for Local Business

May 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

RD attorneys James F. Martin and David S. Lawless receive favorable jury verdict in employment discrimination case.
James F. Martin | David S. Lawless

Attorney McCormick Extricates Builder from Difficult Lawsuit

May 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney McCormick's motion successful in dismissal of client from Housing Court case.
Jeffrey L. McCormick

Antonio Dos Santos "Rising Star" Attorney 2005, 2006, and 2007

April 30, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

RD attorney nominated as a top Massachusetts lawyer for the third consecutive year by Massachusetts Super Lawyers.
Antonio E. Dos Santos

Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Successfully Defend Integrity of Town Meetings and Rights of School District to Discipline Students

April 25, 2007

Robinson Donovan attorneys Nancy Frankel Pelletier and David Lawless received important ruling in favor of the Town of Egremont.
Nancy Frankel Pelletier | David Lawless

Jeffrey McCormick Appointed to the State Board of Bar Overseers

March 19, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Attorney Pelletier - "Municipal Ruling Right on the Mark"

February 26, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Newton Writes on the Collaborative Divorce Process

February 01, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

"...Collaborative law provides an opportunity for families to participate in a thoughtful, deliberate and focused process to reach a negotiated agreement that meets the legitimate goals of both parties..."
Carla C. Newton

Nancy Frankel Pelletier participates in the Roscoe Pound Symposium

November 27, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

The Roscoe Pound Symposium on October 18, 2006 was attended by approximately 100 judges, lawyers, business people, and members of the public at the Social Law Library

Attorney Nancy Frankel Pelletier participated in the Roscoe Pound Symposium in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Roscoe Pound's famous speech "The Causes of Popular Dissatisfaction with the Administration of Justice."
Nancy Frankel Pelletier

Six Massachusetts Super Lawyers Honorees

November 01, 2006

The law firm of Robinson Donovan, P.C., Springfield and Northampton, announces that eleven of their attorneys were nominated as top lawyers in the state of Massachusetts by Massachusetts Super Lawyers, a publication of Boston Magazine and Law & Politics. The selection was earned by an attorney concensus with over 37,000 ballots distributed throughout the state.
Richard M. Gaberman | Ronald C. Kidd | James F. Martin | Jeffrey L. McCormick | Nancy Frankel Pelletier | Patricia M. Rapinchuk | Jeffrey W. Roberts

Substantial Deals Closed by RD Attorneys

October 21, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Robinson Donovan Attorneys Have Handled a Number of Business Transactions for a Variety of Clients.
Jeffrey W. Roberts | James F. Martin | Antonio E. Dos Santos

Carla Newton taught at Fifth Annual Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Law Conference Course

October 21, 2006

Massachusetts Bar Association’s Fifth Annual Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Law Conference discussed recent developments and hot issues in the bankruptcy field.

Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax Issues

September 23, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Robinson Donovan attorneys continue to hold significant leadership positions in a wide variety of community, political and bar activities.

August 03, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Continuing in the tradition of public service and service to the bar Robinson Donovan attorneys continue to make important contributions to the community.

Legal Experts - RD Attorneys Give Seminars for Legal and Business Groups.

August 03, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Six Robinson Donovan attorneys contribute their expertise to educate various legal and business groups on a wide variety of legal topics.

Jury awards $88K in 'Home Again' suit

October 17, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

Rapinchuk obtains back pay for contractor on "Bob Vila's Home Again" project.
Patricia M. Rapinchuk

Rapinchuk prevails in defamation and discrimination suit at Court of Appeals

October 17, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Does a teacher terminated for allegedly striking a fifth grade child have a right to a name clearing hearing, and a claim for age and religious discrimination?
Patricia M. Rapinchuk

Maverick marketing whiz and baseball promoter Mike Veeck wows crowd

October 06, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

RD held another wildly successful "That's Your Business" speaker event and reception for Mike Veeck, author of Fun Is Good and president of the Goldklang Group, which owns five flourishing minor-league baseball teams.

His simple, no-fail formula for business success? Make work fun and you'll create a culture where the best people will want to work and customers will want to spend their money.

McCormick on MCLE Massachusetts Courtroom Advocacy panel

October 03, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

How to present a polished, articulate case—during pre-trial litigation; at trial; and even after the closing argument has been delivered.
Jeffrey L. McCormick

Newton promoted to Chair of SPHS Trustees

October 01, 2005 | Western Massachusetts Healthcare News

Carla Newton elected chair of the board of trustees of Sisters of Providence Health System.
Carla W. Newton

Maverick baseball promoter is "talk of the town"

August 29, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

Mike Veeck will be stopping in Springfield at Robinson Donovan to share his insights on creativity and fun in the workplace.

Pelletier obtains $1M settlement for client on avoidable amputation case

August 18, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

A surgeon's failure to investigate excessive bleeding, which indicated arterial laceration, led to multiple surgeries, including increasing amputations, first of the foot, then below the knee, and finally above the knee.
Nancy Frankel Pelletier

Recent transactions: Automotive Franchise Law | Corporate and Business Law | Corporate Real Estate | Business Litigation

August 15, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Jim Martin highlights recent activity for several of his clients.
James F. Martin

Carla Newton Elected Chairwoman of Sisters of Providence Health System Board of Trustees

July 24, 2005 | The Sunday Republican

Carla Newton elected chair of the board of trustees of Sisters of Providence Health System.
Carla W. Newton

Business and Real Estate Client Transactions

July 06, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

A glimpse into recent deals with Jeffrey Roberts and Jim Martin.
Jeffrey W. Roberts | James F. Martin

A Useful Tool: Prenuptial Agreements Can Protect Business Interests

June 13, 2005 | BusinessWest

What business owners, especially those in a family business, must consider when getting divorced.
Carla W. Newton

Making Partner: The Changing Road to the Legal Profession's Ultimate Prize

June 13, 2005 | BusinessWest

Jeff Roberts adds his insights into how the 'partner track' has changed over the years.
Jeffrey W. Roberts

Four Year Wait for Employer Victory at MCAD

June 12, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly: Opinion Digest

Opinion states that an employee diagnosed with bipolar disorder cannot rely on her protected status to justify unprofessional behavior.
Patricia M. Rapinchuk

Company told to pay $769,475

June 02, 2005 | The Republican

Jim Martin wins complex, 4-year case for his international client.
James F. Martin

Making Her Case: Carla Newton Focuses Her Career and Community Work on Family

May 16, 2005 | BusinessWest: Attorney Profile Series

Carla Newton talks about the new trend toward Collaborative Law and mediation. How did she come to specialize in family law, as well as banking and corporate law?
Carla W. Newton

Worrisome Changes at the MCAD

April 19, 2005 | Patricia M. Rapinchuk, Esq.

Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) restricts confidential settlements.
Patricia M. Rapinchuk

Springfield MCAD Limits Confidential Agreements: Policy Change Could Alter Settlement Practices

April 04, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

New order restricting confidential settlements may backfire.
Patricia M. Rapinchuk

RD Client Cowls in the News

February 15, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Cowls, a timberland management, lumber manufacturing, and building supply company, featured on PBS.
James F. Martin

Pelletier Co-Chairs Program: Fundamentals of Effective Direct and Cross Examinations

February 14, 2005 | Massachusetts Bar Association

Workshop provided first hand tips from top attorneys on how to be more effective in the courtroom.
Nancy Frankel Pelletier

Corporate Makeover: Robinson Donovan
A Law Firm Makes its Case for a Different Approach to Marketing

January 31, 2005 | BusinessWest

Clients…spoke praise for Robinson Donovan lawyers' talent, dedication, thoroughness, and ability to solve problems with creative thinking — [but] almost none were aware of the firm's depth of talent and breadth of services. A new strategy raises awareness of the firm's diverse capabilities and highlights the firm's unique personality by looking at individual lawyers.

McCormick Obtains Defendant's Verdict on Alleged Improper Drug Testing

December 17, 2004 | New England Jury Verdict Review & Analysis

A jury verdict review highlights the strengths of how the defendant's case was presented.
Jeffrey M. McCormick

Yale Professor Doug Rae Interviewed on WGBY's "The State We're In"

November 29, 2004 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

Jeffrey Roberts joins in on the discussion about Rae's innovative ideas on how to bring people back downtown.
Jeffrey W. Roberts

The POWER Issue: Which Lawyers Have It - And How They Got It [Excerpt]

November 08, 2004 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

Nancy Pelletier and Pat Rapinchuk are highlighted as Springfield power attorneys "who you might want to get to know."
Nancy Frankel Pelletier | Patricia M. Rapinchuk

System for Choosing Judges Has Supporters and Critics

August 01, 2004 | BusinessWest

How judges are selected in Massachusetts.
Nancy Frankel Pelletier | Jeffrey L. McCormick

Same Sex Marriage Seminar

May 12, 2004 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.

The legal and accounting issues tied to same-sex marriage.
Carla W. Newton | Patricia M. Rapinchuk |