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Michael J. Simolo Joins Robinson DonovanJune 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 SeekonkJune 30, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Obtain Summary Judgment for the Town of Seekonk Attorney Keith Minoff Chairs Educational Program For Legal Professionals "Demystifying the Federal Court: Western-Style Justice."June 15, 2009 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Demystifying the Federal Court: Western-Style Justice Robinson Donovan Helps Women Veterans Start A GardenJune 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 CourtMay 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 PracticeMay 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 WestfieldMay 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 TaxDecember 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 OnDecember 10, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Springfield Law Firm Forges Partnership with Soldier On Attorney Ronda Parish Featured in Community Foundations NewsletterDecember 08, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Philanthropy does not need to be associated with great wealth. Attorney Carla Newton Completes Advanced Training in Collaborative PracticeDecember 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 2008November 12, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Robinson Donovan's Partners and Associates Gain National Recognition as Top Attorneys Attorney Keith Minoff on Protecting Your Business from the Departing EmployeeOctober 13, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.The Inside Story on Non-competes and Non-solicitation Agreements Attorney Jeff Roberts Advises Clients on Estate Planning and Future Law ChangesSeptember 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 ClaimSeptember 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 AdvocatesAugust 27, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Jeff McCormick has recently been elected to one of the nation’s premier organizations of trial lawyers. Robinson Donovan Mourns the Passing of Attorney John SikorskiAugust 26, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.John loved his work and he loved his clients but, above all else, he loved his wife and daughters. Attorney Sikorski Advises Employers and Executives On Negotiating Severance AgreementsAugust 19, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Sikorski devotes a significant part of his practice to assisting Employers and Senior-level Executives in negotiating severance agreements. Attorney Keith Minoff Appointed to Mass Bar Civil Litigation CouncilAugust 19, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Minoff Appointed to Mass Bar Assoc. Civil Litigation Sec. Council and Panelist at MCLE Seminar. Services For Homeless Vets Receives RecognitionJuly 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 AllianceJuly 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 PelletierJune 30, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Pelletier Successfully Defends Town of Ludlow, Chief of police and veteran officerJune 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 CommitteeJune 18, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Asked by Superior Court Chief Justice Barbara Rouse Attorney Sikorski Advises Employers on Avoiding Retaliation ClaimsJune 11, 2008 | Business West, June 9,2008 Edition, Robinson Donovan, P.C.Avoiding Retaliation Claims: Due Diligence Required to Meet This Daunting Task as seen in the Business West, June 9,2008 Edition Business West Article on How New Wage-and-Hour Provision Will Test EmployersJune 11, 2008 | Business West, June 9,2008 Edition, Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Patricia Rapinchuck had another word to describe the measure: “Draconian.” Keith Minoff Achieves Settlement in $20 Million Bankruptcy Litigation with Kodak, Protecting Unsecured CreditorsApril 22, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Keith Minoff Recently Obtained a $1.7 Million SettlementApril 22, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Keith A. Minoff obtained a $1.7 million settlement in a defective products case in which a 37-year old man suffered permanent brain damage in a work-related accident. Pelletier Successfully defends Institution of Town Meeting Against First Amendment ChallengeApril 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. Attorneys Roberts and Mutch conclude 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 assisted by Attorney Rebecca J. Mutch conclude federal estate tax audit. Attorney Frankel Pelletier AppointedMarch 10, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney John C. Sikorski Predicts “The Top 10 Legal Challenges Facing Employers in 2008” and Provides Other Advice for EmployersJanuary 30, 2008 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney John C. Sikorski recently predicted “The Top 10 Legal Challenges Facing Employers in 2008” for an article in Business West. 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. Robinson Donovan, P.C. Clears Title Under New StatuteDecember 04, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Ronda G. Parish, a partner with Robinson Donovan, P.C., successfully discharged a mortgage under a recently enacted statute, Chapter 240, Section 15(a) of the Massachusetts General Laws. Jeffrey McCormick Successfully Defends Corporate Store Owner in Serious Personal Injury ClaimNovember 17, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Another success for Attorney McCormick. Attorney Jeffrey McCormick Wins $700,000 Settlement for Client Injured in Serious Trucking AccidentNovember 17, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.The Best Lawyers in America 2007September 01, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Eight 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. > Litigation Partner Strikes GoldAugust 07, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Congratulations to Ron and the Western Mass Relics. Organizing, Buying & Selling Privately Owned BusinessesJuly 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 ClaimsJuly 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 Attorney John C. Sikorski Wins a $1,650,000 Medical Malpractice SettlementJuly 13, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney John C. Sikorski gets favorable result for clients in case involving child’s loss of vision. Attorneys Martin & Lawless Receive Favorable Ruling From the Massachusetts Court of Appeals in Case Involving Failed Investment StrategyJuly 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 WeeklyJuly 09, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Forty Under 40June 21, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.BusinessWest Magazine Recognizes Antonio Dos Santos as One of the Top ‘Forty Under 40' Congratulations To Our Lawyers - We Think They're ALL GREAT! The Rest of the State and Country think they're pretty special too.June 01, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Jonathan Rice Wins Withdrawal in Guardianship CaseMay 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. Attorneys Martin & Lawless Receive Jury Verdicts in Complex Discrimination Case and Preliminary Injunction for Local BusinessMay 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.RD attorneys James F. Martin and David S. Lawless receive favorable jury verdict in employment discrimination case. Attorney Ronald C. Kidd wins an $825,000 medical malpractice awardMay 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney Kidd victorious in medical malpractice case involving botched gynecological surgery. Attorneys Martin and Dos Santos Draft Special Legislation Regarding Wind Energy ProjectMay 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorneys Martin and Dos Santos continue work on Hoosac Wind Project. Attorney McCormick Extricates Builder from Difficult LawsuitMay 03, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Attorney McCormick's motion successful in dismissal of client from Housing Court case. Antonio Dos Santos "Rising Star" Attorney 2005, 2006, and 2007April 30, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.RD attorney nominated as a top Massachusetts lawyer for the third consecutive year by Massachusetts Super Lawyers. Attorneys Pelletier and Lawless Successfully Defend Integrity of Town Meetings and Rights of School District to Discipline StudentsApril 25, 2007Robinson Donovan attorneys Nancy Frankel Pelletier and David Lawless received important ruling in favor of the Town of Egremont.
Jeffrey McCormick Appointed to the State Board of Bar OverseersMarch 19, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Sikorski to Lecture to Bar and Business GroupsMarch 19, 2007John Sikorski lectures on the Equal Pay Act; Trial Tactics and Leave of Absence Issues
Attorney Pelletier - "Municipal Ruling Right on the Mark"February 26, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Business West Article on Equal PayFebruary 01, 2007 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.A recent wave of multi-million dollar jury awards and settlements in favor of women who received unequal pay compared to their male colleagues prompted this article by Attorney Mutch which appeared in the February 5, 2007 issue of Business West. Newton Writes on the Collaborative Divorce ProcessFebruary 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..." A Different Kind of Malpractice LawDecember 12, 2006 | The Healthcare News of Western Massachusetts"When you get in a car and go out on the road, you owe the duty of a reasonably prudent driver to everyone else on the highway — prudent, but not perfect. That’s a critical concept,” Attorney Ronald Kidd explained. “In almost all cases, a similar duty is owed by a health care provider to a patient." Nancy Frankel Pelletier participates in the Roscoe Pound SymposiumNovember 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."
Eleven Massachusetts Super Lawyers HonoreesNovember 01, 2006The 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. Substantial Deals Closed by RD AttorneysOctober 21, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Robinson Donovan Attorneys Have Handled a Number of Business Transactions for a Variety of Clients. Carla Newton taught at Fifth Annual Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Law Conference CourseOctober 21, 2006Massachusetts 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 IssuesSeptember 23, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.
Success in Appeals CourtsAugust 03, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Robinson Donovan attorneys continue to successfully handle a wide variety of appeals. 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.Seven Robinson Donovan attorneys contribute their expertise to educate various legal and business groups on a wide variety of legal topics. Gaberman & Parish, P.C. Merge with Robinson Donovan, P.C.May 01, 2006 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.THERE'S ALWAYS BEEN ONE OTHER FIRM IN TOWN THAT DID BUSINESS LAW AND ESTATE PLANNING AS WELL AS WE DO...................NOT ANYMORE! Harnessing the Power of a Diverse WorkforceDecember 07, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Businesses that can harness the power of their diverse workforce will gain a major competitive edge in the New Year. Employment Law Trends 2006December 07, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Sikorski runs down the hot employment topics for 2006, including continued increases in health insurance and energy costs, discrimination, rights of public vs. private employees, gender transitioning, balancing family and work obligations, what constitutes a "work day," and non-compete agreements. Jury awards $88K in 'Home Again' suitOctober 17, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers WeeklyRapinchuk obtains back pay for contractor on "Bob Vila's Home Again" project. Rapinchuk prevails in defamation and discrimination suit at Court of AppealsOctober 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? Have You Seen Us Lately?October 13, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.RD attorney and practice group profiles in the media. McCormick and Kidd contribute their trial experience to MCLE District Court publicationOctober 11, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Try a case before a jury in the Massachusetts District Court today, and you will experience how dramatically different it is from a District Court bench trial or a Superior Court jury trial. This publication from the MCLE covers techniques and practical considerations employed by experienced litigators and judges. Kidd shows how defibrillators save livesOctober 10, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Ron Kidd, a national leader in the field of public access defibrillation (PAD), is guest speaker on the dramatic life-saving power of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Maverick marketing whiz and baseball promoter Mike Veeck wows crowdOctober 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. McCormick on MCLE Massachusetts Courtroom Advocacy panelOctober 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. Sikorski guest faculty at MCLE 8th Annual Employment Law Conference 2005October 03, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.John Sikorski addresses whether the end of the Independent Contractor classification is in sight. Newton promoted to Chair of SPHS TrusteesOctober 01, 2005 | Western Massachusetts Healthcare NewsCarla Newton elected chair of the board of trustees of Sisters of Providence Health System. Bilingual newspaper in Holyoke can continue publishingSeptember 20, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.First Circuit upholds denial of injunction. Minoff successfully defends insurance agencySeptember 16, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Insurance company obliged to pay lifetime annuity tries to hold insurance agency responsible. Maverick baseball promoter is "talk of the town"August 29, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers WeeklyMike Veeck will be stopping in Springfield at Robinson Donovan to share his insights on creativity and fun in the workplace. Catching the blog wave: Law firms see benefits in a growing mediumAugust 22, 2005 | BusinessWestMore than 30,000 new blogs are launched on the Internet every day. A few of these are known as ‘blawgs,’ launched by law firms to share information with their clients and increase their visibility. The public is taking notice. Pelletier obtains $1M settlement for client on avoidable amputation caseAugust 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. Recent transactions: Automotive Franchise Law | Corporate and Business Law | Corporate Real Estate | Business LitigationAugust 15, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Jim Martin highlights recent activity for several of his clients. Carla Newton Elected Chairwoman of Sisters of Providence Health System Board of TrusteesJuly 24, 2005 | The Sunday RepublicanCarla Newton elected chair of the board of trustees of Sisters of Providence Health System. Business and Real Estate Client TransactionsJuly 06, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.A glimpse into recent deals with Jeffrey Roberts and Jim Martin. Sikorski Cases Highlighted in "Most Important Decisions: January - June 2005"July 04, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers WeeklyOpinions regarding settlement of an attorney's lien and denial of a motion for directed verdict on a whistleblower case. Sikorski Featured in "The 'Biggest' Defense Wins of the Year"June 20, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly'Overreaching' doctor fails in bias claim against hospital. A Useful Tool: Prenuptial Agreements Can Protect Business InterestsJune 13, 2005 | BusinessWestWhat business owners, especially those in a family business, must consider when getting divorced. Making Partner: The Changing Road to the Legal Profession's Ultimate PrizeJune 13, 2005 | BusinessWestJeff Roberts adds his insights into how the 'partner track' has changed over the years. Four Year Wait for Employer Victory at MCADJune 12, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly: Opinion DigestOpinion states that an employee diagnosed with bipolar disorder cannot rely on her protected status to justify unprofessional behavior. Company told to pay $769,475June 02, 2005 | The RepublicanJim Martin wins complex, 4-year case for his international client. Making Her Case: Carla Newton Focuses Her Career and Community Work on FamilyMay 16, 2005 | BusinessWest: Attorney Profile SeriesCarla 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? Age-Old ProblemMay 02, 2005 | BusinessWestScope of age discrimination claims against employers is expanded. Employers, however, have stronger defenses. Worrisome Changes at the MCADApril 19, 2005 | Patricia M. Rapinchuk, Esq.Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) restricts confidential settlements. Good Intentions Make Bad Law: New Independent Contractor Law Complicates Matters for EmployersApril 17, 2005 | BusinessWestNew amendments to Massachusetts' already restrictive Independent Contractor law will turn many independent contractors into employees. Springfield MCAD Limits Confidential Agreements: Policy Change Could Alter Settlement PracticesApril 04, 2005 | Massachusetts Lawyers WeeklyNew order restricting confidential settlements may backfire. RD Client Cowls in the NewsFebruary 15, 2005 | Robinson Donovan, P.C.Cowls, a timberland management, lumber manufacturing, and building supply company, featured on PBS. Pelletier Co-Chairs Program: Fundamentals of Effective Direct and Cross ExaminationsFebruary 14, 2005 | Massachusetts Bar AssociationWorkshop provided first hand tips from top attorneys on how to be more effective in the courtroom. The Incredible Shrinking Raise: This and Other Trends Will Challenge Employers and Employees in 2005January 31, 2005 | John C. Sikorski, Esq.Sikorski runs down the hot employment topics, including health insurance costs, outsourcing, age discrimination, English-only rules, same-sex marriage, and accomodating those with military service obligations. Corporate Makeover: Robinson Donovan
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