Paul G. Afonso

William M. Shields is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. William M., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stephen Riden is a commercial litigator who represents corporate and individual clients in a wide array of disputes across the country. Stephen has extensive experience litigating business disputes involving breach of contract, fraud, unfair competition, trade secrets, and noncompete agreements. He has represented companies in a variety of governmental investigations. Stephen also has substantial experience representing owners involved in intra-corporate disputes, including shareholder litiga...

Gina A. Fonte is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Gina A., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gina A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David Jellinek is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice. David, who practices law in Wellesley, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Advising on a wide range of transactional and regulatory matters, Rebecca (Becca) Waltuch counsels hospitals, health systems, accountable care organizations (ACOs) and other healthcare clients through complex operational and contracting matters, including multi-state physician practice acquisitions, joint ventures and provider employment agreements. Becca advises clients on structuring transactions and navigating any health regulatory issues that arise in such transactions. Becca is also expe...

David A. Slocum is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. David A., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

James T. Mattus is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. James T., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Morgan is a tenacious advocate and litigator with extensive experience representing clients in the healthcare and financial services industries. Morgan takes the time to understand her clients’ businesses, and presents efficient solutions that resolve disputes and align with their goals. She draws on over a decade of courtroom and litigation experience to help clients meet challenges, resolve business disputes, and manage risk and compliance considerations that impact their success. My ...

Sean Boulger is the vice chair of the Real Estate Practice Group. He joined the firm in 1992. Practice Mr. Boulger's practice covers a wide range of real estate transactions and development projects. He represents numerous investors, developers and operators in joint ventures, acquisitions, developments, leases and financing transactions across a broad spectrum of real estate asset classes. Areas of expertise include the following: Senior Housing Mr. Boulger has extensive experience in the se...

Michael R. Brown is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Michael R., who practices law in Boston, Massachusetts, has been recognized since 1989. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.