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Extracontractual Liability Litigation
For more than three decades, our Extracontractual Liability Litigation practice group has successfully defended many market-leading insurance companies. We have settled disputes or handled litigation in well over 500 cases in which policyholders and tort plaintiffs sought to recover extracontractual remedies.
The threat of extracontractual liability in claim litigation continues to grow as the plaintiffs’ bar presses for stricter regulation of insurance companies, while advancing ever-evolving theories of liability against insurers. In many states, the range and severity of statutory and common law remedies available to policyholders and tort plaintiffs has expanded dramatically.
We have the proficiency to help you combat the threats of increased exposure to risk and liability. Our clients turn to us for experienced counsel and our proven track record of defending against bad faith claims—and defeating them.
Our Services
Our dedicated team of highly experienced lawyers represent primary and excess insurers in high-exposure, industry-significant, and complicated extracontractual matters. We handle claims involving an array of insurance products, including:
- Directors and officers
- Excess and surplus insurance
- Liability
- Life, health, and disability
- Property
- Professional liability
We have defended clients against bad faith and consumer fraud cases in all New England states, and throughout the Eastern Seaboard, the South, and the Midwest. While we successfully resolve the majority of disputes before trial, our team is highly experience at trying cases, achieving positive results for our client partners—often in jurisdictions unfriendly to the insurance industry.
We are often asked to parachute into a case to take over the defense from another firm, or to supplement or consult with the client’s existing defense team. We have done so and achieved successful resolutions in many jurisdictions, including Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Michigan, and New Jersey.
Through our decades of experience in the bad faith arena, we have developed strategies for defending of first- and third-party claim disputes extracontractual lawsuits. To reduce clients’ extracontractual exposures, we successfully apply these strategies:
- Early identification of potentially problematic claims through careful analysis of claims files and witness interviews
- Identifying claims that are vulnerable to a dispositive motion
- Dogged pursuit of data and documents during the discovery process
- Careful and extensive witness preparation of company personnel for depositions and trial
- Effective use of trial technology
Our Team
Clients often hire us before litigation to consult with claim professionals and in-house counsel on challenging issues. Calling on our team early ensures compliance with good faith investigation and claim settlement practices, while avoiding exposure to extracontractual liability. Our clients appreciate our ability to identify cases suitable for early resolution, which often results in decreased legal expenses.
Our lawyers’ skill in defending bad faith litigation is reflected in their membership in prestigious organizations, including:
- American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel (ACCEC)
- American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL)
- Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel (FDCC)
Using insights and experience garnered from representing insurers over many years, our top-tier Extracontractual Liability Litigation team has the ability to help you navigate investigations and claims, while limiting exposure.
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Insurance Coverage Litigation + Counseling: Alleged Business Interruption Losses
Represented a group of property and casualty insurers in a coverage and bad faith lawsuit in Houston, Texas, in which insureds sought more than $100 million for alleged business interruption losses, costs associated with defense of toxic tort suits, and Superfund project costs, all arising from the plaintiff's operation of a California landfill deemed to have polluted a key source of drinking water for the Los Angeles area.
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Insurance Bad Faith Litigation: Recovery for Uninsured Losses
Defended a bad faith lawsuit in federal court in Detroit, Michigan, arising from a dispute under a motor truck cargo policy. The insured alleged that our client extinguished the insured's right to pursue recovery for uninsured losses from at-fault parties and sought a seven-figure compensatory and punitive damages award. The client retained us to replace another law firm just three weeks prior to trial. In that short time period, we completed a number of important depositions that had been overlooked, retained and secured a report from a critical construction expert, and worked closely with that expert to develop essential defenses to the damages claim. Our attack on the damage claims required an in-depth understanding of a highway and bridge construction project and a detailed analysis of the cost impacts of construction project delays. Ultimately, we were able to resolve the case through settlement on terms that were extremely favorable to our client.
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Insurance Bad Faith Litigation: Claim of Physical Damage Denial
Successfully defended an insurer in a multimillion-dollar bad faith action arising from the insurer's denial of claim of physical damage to vast quantities of enterprise hardware, loss and corruption of millions of dollars in proprietary software, and loss of sensitive medical data. After six days of contentious depositions that clearly exposed the plaintiff-insureds fraud, the case was voluntarily dismissed without any payment by our client.
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March 4, 2020
Legal Update: Planning for Business Delays and Disruptions Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
March 4, 2020
Legal Update: Planning for Business Delays and Disruptions Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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August 26, 2025
78 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2026
The Best Lawyers in America© has named 78 Robinson+Cole lawyers across the firm’s practice groups and offices for inclusion in and recognition in its 2026 edition. The firm had 57 lawyers resident in its Connecticut offices named to the list and continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law, health care law, and insurance law. Additionally, eight lawyers were named Best Lawyers® 2026 “Lawyer of the Year.” A Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” designation is awarded to one lawyer in each of various high-profile specialties in large legal communities. These lawyers received the highest ratings among their peers for their abilities, professionalism, and integrity. They include: Hartford, CT – Best Lawyers® 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” Christine E. Bromberg – Tax Law Emilee Mooney Scott – Environmental Law Gregory R. Faulkner – Construction Law Joey Lee Miranda – Energy Law John B. Lynch, Jr. – Corporate Law John H. Mutchler – Copyright Law Michael R. Enright – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Providence, RI – Best Lawyers® 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” Roger A. Peters, II – Real Estate Law The sixth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America was also released, which includes 14 Robinson+Cole lawyers. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to lawyers early in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. The firm has the highest number of lawyers to receive this designation in Hartford, Connecticut. Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America is determined through a comprehensive peer-review survey. The 2026 awards were created by analyzing over 3.4 million evaluations, assessing over 130,000 vetted nominees. Additional information regarding the Best Lawyers selection methodology can be read here. Congratulations to the following Robinson+Cole lawyers: Hartford, CT – Best Lawyers® Wystan M. Ackerman – Litigation -Insurance Kenneth C. Baldwin – Energy Law Bruce B. Barth – Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Garry C. Berman – Real Estate Law Patrick M. Birney – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Lisa M. Boyle – Health Care Law Dan A. Brody – Commercial Litigation; Criminal Defense: White-Collar Christine E. Bromberg – Nonprofit / Charities Law; Tax Law Dennis C. Cavanaugh – Construction Law; Litigation-Construction Stephen O. Clancy – Commercial Litigation; Litigation - Insurance Thomas P. Cody – Real Estate Law Britt-Marie K. Cole-Johnson – Employment Law - Individuals; Employment Law - Management John L. Cordani – Litigation - Intellectual Property; Trade Secrets Law; Trademark Law Kevin P. Daly – Commercial Litigation Raymond T. DeMeo – Insurance Law Natale V. DiNatale – Employment Law - Management; Labor Law - Management Conor O. Duffy – Health Care Law Michael R. Enright – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Litigation - Bankruptcy Gregory R. Faulkner – Construction Law; Litigation - Construction Brian C. Freeman – Environmental Law; Litigation - Environmental Stephen E. Goldman – Insurance Law Matthew J. Guanci, Jr. – Corporate Law Edward J. Heath – Commercial Litigation Frederick E. Hedberg – Construction Law, Litigation - Construction Christopher J. Hug – Litigation - Construction Rachel V. Kushel – Employment Law - Management; Labor Law - Management John B. Lynch Jr. – Corporate Law; Mergers and Acquisitions Law Michael F. Maglio – Banking and Finance Law; Commercial Finance Law; Equipment Finance Law; Securitization and Structured Finance Law Virginia E. McGarrity – Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Robert S. Melvin – Environmental Law; Litigation - Environmental Joey Lee Miranda – Energy Law; Energy Regulatory Law; Environmental Law Linda L. Morkan – Appellate Practice John H. Mutchler – Copyright Law; Patent Law; Trademark Law Megan R. Naughton – Immigration Law Martin A. Onorato – Construction Law; Litigation - Construction David M. Panico – Public Finance Law Earl W. Phillips, Jr. – Environmental Law James P. Ray – Environmental Law; Litigation - Environmental Edward J. Samorajczyk, Jr. – Corporate Law; Securities / Capital Markets Law Jacqueline Pennino Scheib – Copyright Law; Trademark Law Emilee Mooney Scott – Environmental Law Jonathan E. Small – Insurance Law Brian R. Smith – Land Use and Zoning Law Rhonda J. Tobin – Insurance Law Theodore J. Tucci – Health Care Law; Insurance Law Abby M. Warren – Employment Law - Management Jeffrey J. White – Commercial Litigation; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants William S. Wilson II – Construction Law; Litigation - Construction Hartford, CT - Ones to Watch Christopher A. Costain – Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Jason H. DePatie – Insurance Law Scott T. Garosshen – Appellate Practice Abigail L. Preissler – Banking and Finance Law; Corporate Law Stamford, CT – Best Lawyers® Patrick W. Begos – Litigation - Insurance Gregory J. Bennici – Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance Thomas J. Donlon – Appellate Practice Steven L. Elbaum – Real Estate Law John H. Kane – Insurance Law Eric M. Kogan – Corporate Law Charles F. Martin III – Real Estate Law John F.X. Peloso Jr. – Litigation - Real Estate Patricia D. Weitzman – Health Care Law; Litigation - Health Care Stamford, CT - Ones to Watch Emily C. Deans – Energy Law Austin G. Provost – Real Estate Law Boston, MA - Best Lawyers® Joseph A. Barra – Construction Law Kendra L. Berardi – Real Estate Law Amanda S. Eckhoff – Real Estate Law Michael S. Giaimo – Land Use and Zoning Law; Real Estate Law E. Christopher Kehoe – Real Estate Law Matthew J. Lawlor – Land Use and Zoning Law; Real Estate Law Seth B. Orkand – Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar Kathleen M. Porter – Information Technology Law Deirdre M. Robinson – Real Estate Law Boston, MA - Ones to Watch Jessica D. Bardi – Environmental Law; Land Use and Zoning Law; Litigation - Environmental Jonathan L. Cabot – Corporate Law; Public Finance Law Julianna M. Charpentier – Commercial Litigation; Litigation - Real Estate Jeffrey R. Gribouski – Commercial Litigation; Insurance Law; Litigation – Construction; Litigation – Environmental; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants New York, NY - Best Lawyers® Ian T. Clarke-Fisher – Litigation - Labor and Employment E. Evans Wohlforth, Jr. – Commercial Litigation New York, NY - Ones to Watch Janet (Zhanna) Kljyan – Commercial Litigation Albany, NY - Best Lawyers® Danielle H. Tangorre – Administrative / Regulatory Law; Elder Law; Health Care Law Philadelphia, PA - Best Lawyers® Laurie A. Krepto – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Philadelphia, PA - Ones to Watch Katherine M. Fix – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Wilmington, DE - Best Lawyers® Natalie D. Ramsey – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Litigation - Bankruptcy Providence, RI - Best Lawyers® William M. Daley – Commercial Litigation; Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance Linn F. Freedman – Artificial Intelligence Law; Commercial Litigation; Privacy and Data Security Law Dana M. Horton – Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Patricia J. Igoe – Commercial Finance Law Roger A. Peters II – Real Estate Law Daniel F. Sullivan – Insurance Law George W. Watson III – Energy Regulatory Law Miami, FL - Ones to Watch Audrey E. Goldman – Insurance Law Washington, DC - Ones to Watch Kyle G. Hepner – Intellectual Property Law; Litigation - Intellectual Property
Firm receives top listing in Connecticut lawyer count in national peer review survey
November 6, 2020
Robinson+Cole Receives 36 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News– Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”
July 23, 2018
Robinson+Cole Lawyer Among Benchmark Litigation’s Top 250 Women in Litigation
August 26, 2025
78 Robinson+Cole Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2026
The Best Lawyers in America© has named 78 Robinson+Cole lawyers across the firm’s practice groups and offices for inclusion in and recognition in its 2026 edition. The firm had 57 lawyers resident in its Connecticut offices named to the list and continues to have the highest number of recognized lawyers in the state. Robinson+Cole also has the highest number of listed lawyers in Connecticut in the areas of environmental law, health care law, and insurance law. Additionally, eight lawyers were named Best Lawyers® 2026 “Lawyer of the Year.” A Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” designation is awarded to one lawyer in each of various high-profile specialties in large legal communities. These lawyers received the highest ratings among their peers for their abilities, professionalism, and integrity. They include: Hartford, CT – Best Lawyers® 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” Christine E. Bromberg – Tax Law Emilee Mooney Scott – Environmental Law Gregory R. Faulkner – Construction Law Joey Lee Miranda – Energy Law John B. Lynch, Jr. – Corporate Law John H. Mutchler – Copyright Law Michael R. Enright – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Providence, RI – Best Lawyers® 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” Roger A. Peters, II – Real Estate Law The sixth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America was also released, which includes 14 Robinson+Cole lawyers. The “Ones to Watch” recognition is given to lawyers early in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. The firm has the highest number of lawyers to receive this designation in Hartford, Connecticut. Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America is determined through a comprehensive peer-review survey. The 2026 awards were created by analyzing over 3.4 million evaluations, assessing over 130,000 vetted nominees. Additional information regarding the Best Lawyers selection methodology can be read here. Congratulations to the following Robinson+Cole lawyers: Hartford, CT – Best Lawyers® Wystan M. Ackerman – Litigation -Insurance Kenneth C. Baldwin – Energy Law Bruce B. Barth – Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Garry C. Berman – Real Estate Law Patrick M. Birney – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Lisa M. Boyle – Health Care Law Dan A. Brody – Commercial Litigation; Criminal Defense: White-Collar Christine E. Bromberg – Nonprofit / Charities Law; Tax Law Dennis C. Cavanaugh – Construction Law; Litigation-Construction Stephen O. Clancy – Commercial Litigation; Litigation - Insurance Thomas P. Cody – Real Estate Law Britt-Marie K. Cole-Johnson – Employment Law - Individuals; Employment Law - Management John L. Cordani – Litigation - Intellectual Property; Trade Secrets Law; Trademark Law Kevin P. Daly – Commercial Litigation Raymond T. DeMeo – Insurance Law Natale V. DiNatale – Employment Law - Management; Labor Law - Management Conor O. Duffy – Health Care Law Michael R. Enright – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Litigation - Bankruptcy Gregory R. Faulkner – Construction Law; Litigation - Construction Brian C. Freeman – Environmental Law; Litigation - Environmental Stephen E. Goldman – Insurance Law Matthew J. Guanci, Jr. – Corporate Law Edward J. Heath – Commercial Litigation Frederick E. Hedberg – Construction Law, Litigation - Construction Christopher J. Hug – Litigation - Construction Rachel V. Kushel – Employment Law - Management; Labor Law - Management John B. Lynch Jr. – Corporate Law; Mergers and Acquisitions Law Michael F. Maglio – Banking and Finance Law; Commercial Finance Law; Equipment Finance Law; Securitization and Structured Finance Law Virginia E. McGarrity – Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law Robert S. Melvin – Environmental Law; Litigation - Environmental Joey Lee Miranda – Energy Law; Energy Regulatory Law; Environmental Law Linda L. Morkan – Appellate Practice John H. Mutchler – Copyright Law; Patent Law; Trademark Law Megan R. Naughton – Immigration Law Martin A. Onorato – Construction Law; Litigation - Construction David M. Panico – Public Finance Law Earl W. Phillips, Jr. – Environmental Law James P. Ray – Environmental Law; Litigation - Environmental Edward J. Samorajczyk, Jr. – Corporate Law; Securities / Capital Markets Law Jacqueline Pennino Scheib – Copyright Law; Trademark Law Emilee Mooney Scott – Environmental Law Jonathan E. Small – Insurance Law Brian R. Smith – Land Use and Zoning Law Rhonda J. Tobin – Insurance Law Theodore J. Tucci – Health Care Law; Insurance Law Abby M. Warren – Employment Law - Management Jeffrey J. White – Commercial Litigation; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants William S. Wilson II – Construction Law; Litigation - Construction Hartford, CT - Ones to Watch Christopher A. Costain – Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Jason H. DePatie – Insurance Law Scott T. Garosshen – Appellate Practice Abigail L. Preissler – Banking and Finance Law; Corporate Law Stamford, CT – Best Lawyers® Patrick W. Begos – Litigation - Insurance Gregory J. Bennici – Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance Thomas J. Donlon – Appellate Practice Steven L. Elbaum – Real Estate Law John H. Kane – Insurance Law Eric M. Kogan – Corporate Law Charles F. Martin III – Real Estate Law John F.X. Peloso Jr. – Litigation - Real Estate Patricia D. Weitzman – Health Care Law; Litigation - Health Care Stamford, CT - Ones to Watch Emily C. Deans – Energy Law Austin G. Provost – Real Estate Law Boston, MA - Best Lawyers® Joseph A. Barra – Construction Law Kendra L. Berardi – Real Estate Law Amanda S. Eckhoff – Real Estate Law Michael S. Giaimo – Land Use and Zoning Law; Real Estate Law E. Christopher Kehoe – Real Estate Law Matthew J. Lawlor – Land Use and Zoning Law; Real Estate Law Seth B. Orkand – Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar Kathleen M. Porter – Information Technology Law Deirdre M. Robinson – Real Estate Law Boston, MA - Ones to Watch Jessica D. Bardi – Environmental Law; Land Use and Zoning Law; Litigation - Environmental Jonathan L. Cabot – Corporate Law; Public Finance Law Julianna M. Charpentier – Commercial Litigation; Litigation - Real Estate Jeffrey R. Gribouski – Commercial Litigation; Insurance Law; Litigation – Construction; Litigation – Environmental; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants New York, NY - Best Lawyers® Ian T. Clarke-Fisher – Litigation - Labor and Employment E. Evans Wohlforth, Jr. – Commercial Litigation New York, NY - Ones to Watch Janet (Zhanna) Kljyan – Commercial Litigation Albany, NY - Best Lawyers® Danielle H. Tangorre – Administrative / Regulatory Law; Elder Law; Health Care Law Philadelphia, PA - Best Lawyers® Laurie A. Krepto – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Philadelphia, PA - Ones to Watch Katherine M. Fix – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Wilmington, DE - Best Lawyers® Natalie D. Ramsey – Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Litigation - Bankruptcy Providence, RI - Best Lawyers® William M. Daley – Commercial Litigation; Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance Linn F. Freedman – Artificial Intelligence Law; Commercial Litigation; Privacy and Data Security Law Dana M. Horton – Insurance Law; Litigation - Insurance; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Patricia J. Igoe – Commercial Finance Law Roger A. Peters II – Real Estate Law Daniel F. Sullivan – Insurance Law George W. Watson III – Energy Regulatory Law Miami, FL - Ones to Watch Audrey E. Goldman – Insurance Law Washington, DC - Ones to Watch Kyle G. Hepner – Intellectual Property Law; Litigation - Intellectual Property
Firm receives top listing in Connecticut lawyer count in national peer review survey
November 6, 2020
Robinson+Cole Receives 36 First-Tier Metropolitan Rankings and Four National Rankings in Latest U.S. News– Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”
July 23, 2018
Robinson+Cole Lawyer Among Benchmark Litigation’s Top 250 Women in Litigation
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Robinson+Cole Remains A “Best Place to Work in Connecticut”
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Julianna Charpentier Recognized as an “Up & Coming Lawyer”
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Natalie Ramsey Honored with Prestigious 2026 David T. Sykes Award
Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group co-chair Natalie Ramsey was recognized as the 2026 David T. Sykes Award recipient at the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference’s (EDPABC) 36th Annual Forum on February 26, 2026. The award, which was co-presented by the EDPABC and the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project (CBAP), is named after renowned bankruptcy attorney David T. Sykes and reflects Natalie’s excellence and integrity as a bankruptcy attorney, unsurpassed professionalism, mentorship of younger professionals, upholding of the reputation of the local bankruptcy bar, unwavering dedication to the bankruptcy community and the less fortunate in Philadelphia, and courtesy and respect for all. Natalie has been a member of the EDPABC since 1991 and served on its Board of Directors from 1999 - 2006, including as Chair in 2006. In addition, she has also been a member of the CBAP since 1993 and served as its President from 2012 - 2013.
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Robinson+Cole Recognized at 2026 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards
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Robinson+Cole Recognized Across Practices and Regions with 46 Chambers USA 2026 Rankings
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Robinson+Cole’s People-First Culture Recognized in Vault’s 2027 Rankings
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Robinson+Cole Integrates Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research into Newcode.ai Platform to Advance Secure, Verifiable Legal Research
Robinson+Cole has expanded its firmwide artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities by integrating Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research directly into Newcode.ai, the agentic AI platform implemented last year by the firm to support legal workflows across practices. With this integration, Robinson+Cole is one of only two law firms with direct access to the Deep Research API—and the only firm deploying it through Newcode.ai. Building on its 2025 partnership with Newcode.ai —making Robinson+Cole the first Am Law 200 firm to adopt the platform—the firm has continued to expand its AI capabilities as part of a broader strategy focused on secure deployment, ethical use, and seamless integration into daily legal work. The integration enables Robinson+Cole attorneys to conduct complex, multi‑step legal research and receive verifiable, citation‑backed responses grounded in trusted Thomson Reuters content. By embedding Deep Research into Newcode.ai, Robinson+Cole continues to build on its deliberate, governance‑first approach to AI adoption while delivering meaningful, practice‑ready innovation for its lawyers and clients. “Innovation at Robinson+Cole is grounded in client service, security, and practicality,” said J. Michael Wirvin, Managing Partner of Robinson+Cole. “By incorporating Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research directly into Newcode.ai, we are providing our lawyers with advanced research capabilities in a secure environment fully controlled by the firm that aligns with our standards for data governance, accuracy, and responsible AI use. This integration reflects our continued focus on adopting technology thoughtfully to support our attorneys and deliver value to our clients.” The addition of Deep Research allows attorneys to: Perform sophisticated legal research using agentic workflows that mirror real‑world legal reasoning Receive structured, verifiable responses grounded in Thomson Reuters data Streamline research processes while maintaining rigorous quality and accuracy standards Work entirely within Robinson+Cole’s firm‑controlled AI environment “Our integration of the Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research API with Newcode represents a defining moment in our AI strategy,” said Chief Data Officer Jim Merrifield. "We are incredibly proud to be the first firm to bring this capability to life—unlocking the power of trusted legal data directly within the workflows our lawyers and business professionals rely on every day. This is exactly how we maximize our technology investments: by connecting best-in-class data sources through APIs into a unified platform, so the technology meets our people where they work, enhances their judgment, and accelerates better outcomes for our clients.” Robinson+Cole’s AI program is guided by firmwide policies, mandatory training, and ongoing oversight to ensure responsible use of emerging technologies. The firm’s approach emphasizes measured adoption, strong information governance, and alignment with client expectations, rather than one‑off experimentation. This latest enhancement underscores Robinson+Cole’s commitment to remaining forward‑thinking in its use of technology, while ensuring that innovation serves the firm’s clients, lawyers, and long‑term strategic goals.
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Robinson+Cole Names J. Michael Wirvin as Managing Partner
Robinson+Cole’s partnership has elected Boston Business Transactions Partner J. Michael Wirvin as its next Managing Partner, marking a pivotal moment in the firm’s 180-year history. Effective March 1, Wirvin will become the firm’s first Managing Partner based outside of Hartford, CT, reflecting Robinson+Cole’s continued evolution and expanding geographic footprint. His election underscores the firm’s deliberate, forward‑looking approach to leadership succession and long‑term strategic growth. Wirvin has served on Robinson+Cole’s Managing Committee since 2014, where he has played a central role in firm governance, strategic planning, and leadership succession, working closely with three managing partners through periods of unprecedented growth, market expansion, and changes in the legal industry. He is widely recognized for advising clients on complex domestic and cross‑border mergers and acquisitions, financings, and corporate structuring matters, with a particular focus on assisting U.S. and offshore companies navigate the legal, commercial, and cultural complexities of operating across jurisdictions. Wirvin also co‑chairs the firm’s International team. Wirvin has served as partner-in-charge of Robinson+Cole’s Boston office since 2014, reinforcing the firm’s culture, mentoring lawyers at all stages of their careers, and fostering cross‑disciplinary teamwork that strengthens client service. He recently helped lead the relocation of Robinson+Cole’s Boston office to 53 State Street, a premier downtown tower, creating a modern, light‑filled space designed to support employee well‑being with an energizing environment along with enhanced technology and workspaces that facilitate seamless remote and on-site collaboration and team building, while also promoting focused work. “It is a profound honor to be elected by my partners to serve as Managing Partner and lead this extraordinary team of lawyers and business professionals who raise the bar every day,” said Wirvin. “Our 180-year history is defined not merely by longevity, but by the trust we have earned, the results we have delivered, and the professionalism, mutual respect, and collegiality that have long defined our culture. As Managing Partner, I aim to build on that foundation—bringing strategic clarity and disciplined growth to our priorities, strengthening our national and international profile, investing in our people, and ensuring Robinson+Cole remains agile, cohesive, and well positioned to deliver practical, business‑minded solutions for clients in an increasingly complex and competitive environment.” Wirvin succeeds Rhonda J. Tobin, the firm’s first female Managing Partner, who led Robinson+Cole since 2021 and guided the firm through a period of significant transformation, growth, and innovation. Elected during the height of the COVID‑19 pandemic, Tobin brought to the role more than a decade of firm leadership experience, including service on the Managing Committee for 17 years and leadership of the firm’s Litigation Section for 14 years. During Tobin’s five-year tenure, Robinson+Cole successfully advanced and executed on a new Strategic Plan, improving profitability; expanding the firm’s New York, Boston, and Philadelphia offices; opening and growing offices in Washington, DC, and Austin, TX; and deepening leading national practices in affordable housing finance, bankruptcy, business transactions, capital markets and securities, intellectual property and technology, health care, managed care litigation, immigration, insurance, public finance, and real estate and development. Under Tobin’s leadership, the firm also strengthened its commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and talent development; launched meaningful DEIB initiatives; and made significant investments in technology, information governance, and workplace innovation. Additionally, the firm achieved top national rankings in Vault’s Best Law Firms to Work For six consecutive years. Robinson+Cole became the first Am Law 200 firm to strategically partner with agentic AI builder Newcode.ai and the first law firm in the United States to earn ARMA’s Verified Organization status, further reinforcing its position as an industry leader in innovation and information governance. Tobin’s leadership has been widely recognized, including being named Regional Managing Partner of the Year in Law.com’s 2025 New England Legal Awards and Managing Partner of the Year in the 2022 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards. She will continue to serve as chair of the firm’s lateral growth committee and will continue her leadership roles and active involvement in Connecticut’s non-profit community and as Chairperson of the Connecticut Judicial Review Council. Commenting on Wirvin’s election, Tobin stated, “Mike’s deeply rooted presence and extensive leadership experience at Robinson+Cole make him an outstanding choice to lead our firm. I have known and worked closely with Mike for more than two decades, and there is no question that he is the right person to guide us forward as technological advancements and an evolving professional landscape present new opportunities. Mike is an exceptionally talented and experienced lawyer, and a trusted confidant whose insight I consistently relied on when facing strategic decisions. He is deeply respected by our lawyers and business professionals and brings a thoughtful, strategic perspective that will greatly benefit the firm. I look forward to the firm’s continued growth and success under his leadership.” Robinson+Cole also announced several additional leadership updates reflecting the firm’s continued focus on thoughtful succession planning, geographic expansion, and strategic growth. Davis Lee Wright, who is based in the firm’s Wilmington office, has been elected to the Managing Committee, joining Britt‑Marie K. Cole‑Johnson and Edward J. Heath who are resident in the Hartford office, Eric M. Kogan in Stamford, and Charles F. Martin III in Miami. The firm recently named New York partner Erica J. Kerstein as chair of its Insurance + Reinsurance group, Stamford partner Patrick W. Begos co-chair of its Managed Care + ERISA Litigation group, and Hartford partners Conor O. Duffy and Robert S. Melvin and as Health Law group co-chair and Land Law Section co-chair, respectively. In addition, Kendra L. Berardi will succeed Wirvin as partner in charge of the Boston office.
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Erica Kerstein Brings Credibility and Business Perspective to New Role as Practice Group Chair
Insurance + Reinsurance group chair Erica J. Kerstein was featured in a Law.com column titled, “How I Made Practice Group Chair,” published on April 15, 2026. In the article, Erica discusses her new role as a practice group chair and how it has expanded her insight into not only the firm’s strategic vision and goals, but the reality of running a business and ensuring that current planning aligns with future goals. “The role provides a window into how individual practices fit into the firm’s overall strategy,” said Erica. “You’re thinking not just about today’s matters, but about where clients are headed, how the industry is changing, and how the firm positions itself to meet those needs.” In addition, Erica also identified “…strengthening client relationships, investing in our people, and staying ahead of emerging issues—particularly around technology and artificial intelligence in the insurance space…” as key priorities for the practice. Read the article.
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Robinson+Cole Expands National Platform with Four Lateral Partners
Robinson+Cole announced the addition of four lateral partners—J. Zachary Balasko, Eric Del Pozo, Brya M. Keilson and Victor R. Salgado, accelerating the firm’s continued investment in the growth of its national bankruptcy and business litigation capabilities. Balasko and Keilson join the firm’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group in Washington, DC, and Wilmington, DE, respectively, while Del Pozo and Salgado join the Business Litigation group in Hartford, CT, and Washington, DC. These strategic hires enhance the firm’s ability to serve clients navigating complex, high‑stakes bankruptcy, restructuring, government enforcement, and related litigation matters nationwide and expand the firm’s depth and reach across key markets. “These additions meaningfully reinforce the depth and versatility of our business litigation and restructuring platform and reflect a deliberate approach to strengthening these areas in ways that directly benefit our clients,” said J. Michael Wirvin, the firm’s Managing Partner. “Eric, Zak, Brya, and Victor each bring sophisticated experience and sound judgment that enhance our ability to advise clients through some of their most critical and challenging matters. Their arrival reflects our continued focus on building cohesive, multi-disciplinary teams with capabilities that extend across multiple markets.” J. Zachary Balasko joins the firm as a Bankruptcy + Reorganizations partner based in Washington, DC. His practice focuses on complex Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy‑related litigation across the country, representing debtors, secured creditors, creditors’ committees, and governmental entities. Balasko brings substantial experience from both private practice and prior service with the U.S. Department of Justice, where he handled major insolvency matters involving federal interests. Eric Del Pozo joins Robinson+Cole’s Hartford, CT office as a Business Litigation partner focusing on complex commercial litigation and appellate matters, representing businesses and public entities in regulated industries in high-stakes and sophisticated disputes. Del Pozo brings experience from senior roles in government and private practice, where he has represented clients at both the trial and appellate levels. Brya Keilson joins Robinson+Cole as a Bankruptcy + Reorganizations partner in the firm’s Wilmington, DE office, one of the nation’s leading venues for complex bankruptcy proceeding . She represents debtors, creditors, committees, trustees, and other parties in interest in sophisticated Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 cases. Keilson is widely experienced in contested bankruptcy matters and frequently advises clients on both strategic and practical considerations throughout the restructuring process. Victor Salgado joins Robinson+Cole as a Business Litigation partner in the firm’s Washington, DC office. He brings significant experience from both government and private practice, including eight years as a federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, DC, where he handled high‑profile and complex cases focusing on public corruption as well as crimes involving financial institutions. Salgado will also work closely with the firm’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group on contested matters arising in complex restructurings and related litigation. In addition, Destiney Parker-Thompson joins the firm as a Bankruptcy + Reorganizations associate in the Wilmington office. Parker‑Thompson focuses her practice on bankruptcy, restructuring, and related litigation matters, drawing on experience representing debtors, creditors, and financial institutions in complex Chapter 11 cases. She previously served as a judicial law clerk to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, bringing valuable insight to sophisticated restructuring matters. Robinson+Cole’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group has recently been recognized for its role in several of the most complex and precedent‑setting restructuring matters in the country, earning multiple national honors for its work in high‑profile Chapter 11 cases and related litigation. The group has guided stakeholders through landmark proceedings—including award‑recognized reorganizations, a first‑of‑its‑kind bankruptcy confirmed with a Section 524(g) injunction, and other transformative restructurings—reflecting the team’s ability to deliver strategic, results‑driven counsel in matters with significant legal and financial implications.
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Robinson+Cole Remains A “Best Place to Work in Connecticut”
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Julianna Charpentier Recognized as an “Up & Coming Lawyer”
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Natalie Ramsey Honored with Prestigious 2026 David T. Sykes Award
Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group co-chair Natalie Ramsey was recognized as the 2026 David T. Sykes Award recipient at the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference’s (EDPABC) 36th Annual Forum on February 26, 2026. The award, which was co-presented by the EDPABC and the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project (CBAP), is named after renowned bankruptcy attorney David T. Sykes and reflects Natalie’s excellence and integrity as a bankruptcy attorney, unsurpassed professionalism, mentorship of younger professionals, upholding of the reputation of the local bankruptcy bar, unwavering dedication to the bankruptcy community and the less fortunate in Philadelphia, and courtesy and respect for all. Natalie has been a member of the EDPABC since 1991 and served on its Board of Directors from 1999 - 2006, including as Chair in 2006. In addition, she has also been a member of the CBAP since 1993 and served as its President from 2012 - 2013.
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Robinson+Cole Recognized at 2026 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards
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Robinson+Cole Recognized Across Practices and Regions with 46 Chambers USA 2026 Rankings
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Robinson+Cole’s People-First Culture Recognized in Vault’s 2027 Rankings
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Robinson+Cole Integrates Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research into Newcode.ai Platform to Advance Secure, Verifiable Legal Research
Robinson+Cole has expanded its firmwide artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities by integrating Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research directly into Newcode.ai, the agentic AI platform implemented last year by the firm to support legal workflows across practices. With this integration, Robinson+Cole is one of only two law firms with direct access to the Deep Research API—and the only firm deploying it through Newcode.ai. Building on its 2025 partnership with Newcode.ai —making Robinson+Cole the first Am Law 200 firm to adopt the platform—the firm has continued to expand its AI capabilities as part of a broader strategy focused on secure deployment, ethical use, and seamless integration into daily legal work. The integration enables Robinson+Cole attorneys to conduct complex, multi‑step legal research and receive verifiable, citation‑backed responses grounded in trusted Thomson Reuters content. By embedding Deep Research into Newcode.ai, Robinson+Cole continues to build on its deliberate, governance‑first approach to AI adoption while delivering meaningful, practice‑ready innovation for its lawyers and clients. “Innovation at Robinson+Cole is grounded in client service, security, and practicality,” said J. Michael Wirvin, Managing Partner of Robinson+Cole. “By incorporating Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research directly into Newcode.ai, we are providing our lawyers with advanced research capabilities in a secure environment fully controlled by the firm that aligns with our standards for data governance, accuracy, and responsible AI use. This integration reflects our continued focus on adopting technology thoughtfully to support our attorneys and deliver value to our clients.” The addition of Deep Research allows attorneys to: Perform sophisticated legal research using agentic workflows that mirror real‑world legal reasoning Receive structured, verifiable responses grounded in Thomson Reuters data Streamline research processes while maintaining rigorous quality and accuracy standards Work entirely within Robinson+Cole’s firm‑controlled AI environment “Our integration of the Thomson Reuters’ Deep Research API with Newcode represents a defining moment in our AI strategy,” said Chief Data Officer Jim Merrifield. "We are incredibly proud to be the first firm to bring this capability to life—unlocking the power of trusted legal data directly within the workflows our lawyers and business professionals rely on every day. This is exactly how we maximize our technology investments: by connecting best-in-class data sources through APIs into a unified platform, so the technology meets our people where they work, enhances their judgment, and accelerates better outcomes for our clients.” Robinson+Cole’s AI program is guided by firmwide policies, mandatory training, and ongoing oversight to ensure responsible use of emerging technologies. The firm’s approach emphasizes measured adoption, strong information governance, and alignment with client expectations, rather than one‑off experimentation. This latest enhancement underscores Robinson+Cole’s commitment to remaining forward‑thinking in its use of technology, while ensuring that innovation serves the firm’s clients, lawyers, and long‑term strategic goals.
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Robinson+Cole Names J. Michael Wirvin as Managing Partner
Robinson+Cole’s partnership has elected Boston Business Transactions Partner J. Michael Wirvin as its next Managing Partner, marking a pivotal moment in the firm’s 180-year history. Effective March 1, Wirvin will become the firm’s first Managing Partner based outside of Hartford, CT, reflecting Robinson+Cole’s continued evolution and expanding geographic footprint. His election underscores the firm’s deliberate, forward‑looking approach to leadership succession and long‑term strategic growth. Wirvin has served on Robinson+Cole’s Managing Committee since 2014, where he has played a central role in firm governance, strategic planning, and leadership succession, working closely with three managing partners through periods of unprecedented growth, market expansion, and changes in the legal industry. He is widely recognized for advising clients on complex domestic and cross‑border mergers and acquisitions, financings, and corporate structuring matters, with a particular focus on assisting U.S. and offshore companies navigate the legal, commercial, and cultural complexities of operating across jurisdictions. Wirvin also co‑chairs the firm’s International team. Wirvin has served as partner-in-charge of Robinson+Cole’s Boston office since 2014, reinforcing the firm’s culture, mentoring lawyers at all stages of their careers, and fostering cross‑disciplinary teamwork that strengthens client service. He recently helped lead the relocation of Robinson+Cole’s Boston office to 53 State Street, a premier downtown tower, creating a modern, light‑filled space designed to support employee well‑being with an energizing environment along with enhanced technology and workspaces that facilitate seamless remote and on-site collaboration and team building, while also promoting focused work. “It is a profound honor to be elected by my partners to serve as Managing Partner and lead this extraordinary team of lawyers and business professionals who raise the bar every day,” said Wirvin. “Our 180-year history is defined not merely by longevity, but by the trust we have earned, the results we have delivered, and the professionalism, mutual respect, and collegiality that have long defined our culture. As Managing Partner, I aim to build on that foundation—bringing strategic clarity and disciplined growth to our priorities, strengthening our national and international profile, investing in our people, and ensuring Robinson+Cole remains agile, cohesive, and well positioned to deliver practical, business‑minded solutions for clients in an increasingly complex and competitive environment.” Wirvin succeeds Rhonda J. Tobin, the firm’s first female Managing Partner, who led Robinson+Cole since 2021 and guided the firm through a period of significant transformation, growth, and innovation. Elected during the height of the COVID‑19 pandemic, Tobin brought to the role more than a decade of firm leadership experience, including service on the Managing Committee for 17 years and leadership of the firm’s Litigation Section for 14 years. During Tobin’s five-year tenure, Robinson+Cole successfully advanced and executed on a new Strategic Plan, improving profitability; expanding the firm’s New York, Boston, and Philadelphia offices; opening and growing offices in Washington, DC, and Austin, TX; and deepening leading national practices in affordable housing finance, bankruptcy, business transactions, capital markets and securities, intellectual property and technology, health care, managed care litigation, immigration, insurance, public finance, and real estate and development. Under Tobin’s leadership, the firm also strengthened its commitment to collaboration, inclusion, and talent development; launched meaningful DEIB initiatives; and made significant investments in technology, information governance, and workplace innovation. Additionally, the firm achieved top national rankings in Vault’s Best Law Firms to Work For six consecutive years. Robinson+Cole became the first Am Law 200 firm to strategically partner with agentic AI builder Newcode.ai and the first law firm in the United States to earn ARMA’s Verified Organization status, further reinforcing its position as an industry leader in innovation and information governance. Tobin’s leadership has been widely recognized, including being named Regional Managing Partner of the Year in Law.com’s 2025 New England Legal Awards and Managing Partner of the Year in the 2022 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards. She will continue to serve as chair of the firm’s lateral growth committee and will continue her leadership roles and active involvement in Connecticut’s non-profit community and as Chairperson of the Connecticut Judicial Review Council. Commenting on Wirvin’s election, Tobin stated, “Mike’s deeply rooted presence and extensive leadership experience at Robinson+Cole make him an outstanding choice to lead our firm. I have known and worked closely with Mike for more than two decades, and there is no question that he is the right person to guide us forward as technological advancements and an evolving professional landscape present new opportunities. Mike is an exceptionally talented and experienced lawyer, and a trusted confidant whose insight I consistently relied on when facing strategic decisions. He is deeply respected by our lawyers and business professionals and brings a thoughtful, strategic perspective that will greatly benefit the firm. I look forward to the firm’s continued growth and success under his leadership.” Robinson+Cole also announced several additional leadership updates reflecting the firm’s continued focus on thoughtful succession planning, geographic expansion, and strategic growth. Davis Lee Wright, who is based in the firm’s Wilmington office, has been elected to the Managing Committee, joining Britt‑Marie K. Cole‑Johnson and Edward J. Heath who are resident in the Hartford office, Eric M. Kogan in Stamford, and Charles F. Martin III in Miami. The firm recently named New York partner Erica J. Kerstein as chair of its Insurance + Reinsurance group, Stamford partner Patrick W. Begos co-chair of its Managed Care + ERISA Litigation group, and Hartford partners Conor O. Duffy and Robert S. Melvin and as Health Law group co-chair and Land Law Section co-chair, respectively. In addition, Kendra L. Berardi will succeed Wirvin as partner in charge of the Boston office.
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Erica Kerstein Brings Credibility and Business Perspective to New Role as Practice Group Chair
Insurance + Reinsurance group chair Erica J. Kerstein was featured in a Law.com column titled, “How I Made Practice Group Chair,” published on April 15, 2026. In the article, Erica discusses her new role as a practice group chair and how it has expanded her insight into not only the firm’s strategic vision and goals, but the reality of running a business and ensuring that current planning aligns with future goals. “The role provides a window into how individual practices fit into the firm’s overall strategy,” said Erica. “You’re thinking not just about today’s matters, but about where clients are headed, how the industry is changing, and how the firm positions itself to meet those needs.” In addition, Erica also identified “…strengthening client relationships, investing in our people, and staying ahead of emerging issues—particularly around technology and artificial intelligence in the insurance space…” as key priorities for the practice. Read the article.
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Robinson+Cole Expands National Platform with Four Lateral Partners
Robinson+Cole announced the addition of four lateral partners—J. Zachary Balasko, Eric Del Pozo, Brya M. Keilson and Victor R. Salgado, accelerating the firm’s continued investment in the growth of its national bankruptcy and business litigation capabilities. Balasko and Keilson join the firm’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group in Washington, DC, and Wilmington, DE, respectively, while Del Pozo and Salgado join the Business Litigation group in Hartford, CT, and Washington, DC. These strategic hires enhance the firm’s ability to serve clients navigating complex, high‑stakes bankruptcy, restructuring, government enforcement, and related litigation matters nationwide and expand the firm’s depth and reach across key markets. “These additions meaningfully reinforce the depth and versatility of our business litigation and restructuring platform and reflect a deliberate approach to strengthening these areas in ways that directly benefit our clients,” said J. Michael Wirvin, the firm’s Managing Partner. “Eric, Zak, Brya, and Victor each bring sophisticated experience and sound judgment that enhance our ability to advise clients through some of their most critical and challenging matters. Their arrival reflects our continued focus on building cohesive, multi-disciplinary teams with capabilities that extend across multiple markets.” J. Zachary Balasko joins the firm as a Bankruptcy + Reorganizations partner based in Washington, DC. His practice focuses on complex Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy‑related litigation across the country, representing debtors, secured creditors, creditors’ committees, and governmental entities. Balasko brings substantial experience from both private practice and prior service with the U.S. Department of Justice, where he handled major insolvency matters involving federal interests. Eric Del Pozo joins Robinson+Cole’s Hartford, CT office as a Business Litigation partner focusing on complex commercial litigation and appellate matters, representing businesses and public entities in regulated industries in high-stakes and sophisticated disputes. Del Pozo brings experience from senior roles in government and private practice, where he has represented clients at both the trial and appellate levels. Brya Keilson joins Robinson+Cole as a Bankruptcy + Reorganizations partner in the firm’s Wilmington, DE office, one of the nation’s leading venues for complex bankruptcy proceeding . She represents debtors, creditors, committees, trustees, and other parties in interest in sophisticated Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 cases. Keilson is widely experienced in contested bankruptcy matters and frequently advises clients on both strategic and practical considerations throughout the restructuring process. Victor Salgado joins Robinson+Cole as a Business Litigation partner in the firm’s Washington, DC office. He brings significant experience from both government and private practice, including eight years as a federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, DC, where he handled high‑profile and complex cases focusing on public corruption as well as crimes involving financial institutions. Salgado will also work closely with the firm’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group on contested matters arising in complex restructurings and related litigation. In addition, Destiney Parker-Thompson joins the firm as a Bankruptcy + Reorganizations associate in the Wilmington office. Parker‑Thompson focuses her practice on bankruptcy, restructuring, and related litigation matters, drawing on experience representing debtors, creditors, and financial institutions in complex Chapter 11 cases. She previously served as a judicial law clerk to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, bringing valuable insight to sophisticated restructuring matters. Robinson+Cole’s Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group has recently been recognized for its role in several of the most complex and precedent‑setting restructuring matters in the country, earning multiple national honors for its work in high‑profile Chapter 11 cases and related litigation. The group has guided stakeholders through landmark proceedings—including award‑recognized reorganizations, a first‑of‑its‑kind bankruptcy confirmed with a Section 524(g) injunction, and other transformative restructurings—reflecting the team’s ability to deliver strategic, results‑driven counsel in matters with significant legal and financial implications.
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Robinson+Cole Remains A “Best Place to Work in Connecticut”
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Julianna Charpentier Recognized as an “Up & Coming Lawyer”
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Natalie Ramsey Honored with Prestigious 2026 David T. Sykes Award
Bankruptcy + Reorganizations group co-chair Natalie Ramsey was recognized as the 2026 David T. Sykes Award recipient at the Eastern District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Conference’s (EDPABC) 36th Annual Forum on February 26, 2026. The award, which was co-presented by the EDPABC and the Consumer Bankruptcy Assistance Project (CBAP), is named after renowned bankruptcy attorney David T. Sykes and reflects Natalie’s excellence and integrity as a bankruptcy attorney, unsurpassed professionalism, mentorship of younger professionals, upholding of the reputation of the local bankruptcy bar, unwavering dedication to the bankruptcy community and the less fortunate in Philadelphia, and courtesy and respect for all. Natalie has been a member of the EDPABC since 1991 and served on its Board of Directors from 1999 - 2006, including as Chair in 2006. In addition, she has also been a member of the CBAP since 1993 and served as its President from 2012 - 2013.
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Robinson+Cole Recognized at 2026 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards
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Robinson+Cole Recognized Across Practices and Regions with 46 Chambers USA 2026 Rankings
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Robinson+Cole’s People-First Culture Recognized in Vault’s 2027 Rankings