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Hon. James E. Vallee James Vallee is the practice group leader of the Government Relations & Public Policy group and a member of the Real Estate practice group. Jim works with large and mid-size corporate and non-profit clients providing strategic advice on government relations matters, including executive branch and legislative lobbying on policy, regulatory, and procurement matters at both the state and federal levels. Jim also serves as managing partner of the Boston office. What do yo...

Andy has represented troubled companies in and out of Bankruptcy Court for more than 30 years and focuses on finding practical, long-term solutions to problems. A Certified Public Accountant, Andy began his career with KPMG. He uses his financial background to help clients assess their current circumstances and options by evaluating the source of their financial problems, the core business model, and opportunities to either restructure a business, arrange for a sale of assets, or work toward ...

James E. Grumbach is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Arbitration, Insurance Law and Mediation. James E. practices law in Newton, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized James E. Grumbach since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James E. Grumbach is held by other lawyers.

Bruce Bagdasarian is a Boston, Massachusetts attorney with a broad practice focused on Commercial Finance Law and Real Estate Law at Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA . His work centers on commercial Real Estate transactions and lending matters for a range of clients, including real estate owners, investors, family offices, lenders, and borrowers. Bruce advises clients on the acquisition and disposition of commercial real estate, equity investments, capital structuring, and joint venture ar...

Andrew C. Liazos is the global chair of McDermott’s Benefits & Compensation Practice Group and has practiced at McDermott for over twenty-five years. Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/liazos-andrew-c/

Rachel Faye Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Rachel Faye practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Rachel Faye Smith since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Rachel Faye Smith is held by other lawyers.

Jane E. Willis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Antitrust. Jane E. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Jane E. Willis since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jane E. Willis is held by other lawyers.

Richard E. Heifetz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Richard E. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Richard E. Heifetz since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard E. Heifetz is held by other lawyers.

Martin Hall is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Martin practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Martin Hall since 2009. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Martin Hall is held by other lawyers.

Deborah Birnbach is a partner and co-chairs Goodwin’s Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Public M&A / Corporate Governance practices and is a member of the firm’s Life Sciences Disputes group. She specializes in securities litigation, including class action defense; SEC, regulatory and internal investigations; M&A-related litigation; stockholder disputes; fiduciary duty claims; and proxy contests. Ms. Birnbach’s practice is national in scope and clients ...