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Meet the Managing Partners

Aliki Sofis of Quinn Emanuel
Aliki Sofis was recently named Co-Managing Partner of BBA Sponsor Firm Quinn Emanuel. Learn more about what inspired her to become a lawyer and the priorities for the firm in the months and years ahead.

Eric Christofferson of DLA Piper
Eric Christofferson was recently named Managing Partner of BBA Sponsor Firm DLA Piper. Learn more about his white-collar crime practice, his advice for new lawyers and his belief in the importance of pro bono work.
Boston Bar Welcomes New Firms, In-House Legal Departments and Organizations in 2024
The BBA is pleased to welcome the newest additions to our growing community of institutional sponsors, now over 140 partners strong. These firms, in-house legal departments, and organizations have joined us in 2024, demonstrating their commitment to advancing the profession, supporting our programs, and fostering meaningful connections in the legal community.
This year’s group of new sponsors represents a diverse array of leading institutions, from respected law firms to top in-house legal departments.
Leading Experts from Choate, Holland & Knight, Pierce Atwood and Robinson + Cole Featured at Annual Privacy, Cybersecurity & Digital Law Conference
On December 5th, legal and industry experts came together to explore the future of digital governance, privacy laws, AI solutions, and cybersecurity at the BBA’s annual Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Digital Law Conference. Thought-provoking panels covered topics such as emerging regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations in AI, and strategies for managing evolving cyber risks.



Case Wins and Deals
- Brown Rudnick Wins Jury Verdict for Auto Dealership Group in Breach of Contract Case
- Davis Malm Litigator Dillon M. Knight Secures Massachusetts Appeals Court Victory for Condominium Associations
- Duane Morris Part of Team That Secured Defense Win for B. Braun in First Ethylene Oxide Trial in Philadelphia
- WilmerHale and Intel Score Significant Victory at the Federal Circuit
Insights & Expert Perspectives
- Hogan Lovells Launches 2024 Global AI Trends Guide
- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Held Inaugural Biotech Summit
- Robins Kaplan Women in Insurance Group Held its 7th annual Symposium, “Hysterical: Identifying and Eliminating Gendered Communication”
Lawyers on the Move
- Manatt Welcomes Renowned Health Care Legal and Business Executive to Boston Office
- Sullivan & Worcester Adds Five Lawyer Team to Intellectual Property Practice
- Bowditch Strengthens Boston-based Corporate Deal Team
- Ogletree Deakins Welcomes Stesha Emmanuel as Shareholder
- Quinn Emanuel Promotes Alex Loomis to Partner
- Saul Ewing Hires Former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Aloke Chakravarty
- Morgan Lewis Continues to Hire Top Tax Law Talent
Community Impact
- Nicole Daley, A&O Shearman Partner and March of Dimes Board Member, Recognized as March of Dimes’ First “Champion of Moms & Babies” Award
- Sherin and Lodgen Partner Nancy S. Shilepsky Serves as an Access to Justice Fellow Working with GLAD Law
- Hemenway & Barnes Administers Legacy Fund for Boston – A Unique Collaboration to Redefine Historic Preservation
- Ropes & Gray Team Secures Pro Bono Win in Massachusetts Supreme Court Ruling Expanding Access to Homeless Shelter
Awards & Honors
- Lisa G. Arrowood Named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Hall of Fame
- Bowditch Honored with Second Empowering Women Award
- Scott Harshbarger, Of Counsel at Casner & Edwards, Named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly 2024 “Hall of Fame”
- Day Pitney’s Boston Office Selected for Empowering Women Awards List
- Goulston & Storrs Director Michelle Porter Named to the 2024 “Top Women of Law” by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
- Holland & Knight Recognized in Global and U.S. M&A Rankings
- Latham & Watkins’ Boston Office Recognized With Several 2024 New England Legal Awards
- McCarter & English is a Law360 Ceiling Smasher
- McLane Middleton Recognized in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s Empowering Women Awards
- McDermott Recognized as a Global Market Leader in Chambers High Net Worth 2024
- Robins Kaplan’s Boston Office Deputy Managing Partner Receives Leadership Award
- Ruberto, Israel, & Weiner’s Kimberly Alley Named to Top Women in Law List 2024
- Sidley’s Doreen M. Rachal Honored by the Massachusetts Black Women Attorneys
- Five SUGARMAN Lawyers Recognized as Best Lawyers® Award Recipients
- Todd & Weld’s Ingrid Martin and Elaine Epstein Named Top Women in Law by MLW
- Wilson Sonsini’s Lou Lieto and Farah Gerdes Honored in 2024 New England Legal Awards
- William Weinreb and Harvey Wolkoff of Quinn Emanuel Recognized in Lawdragon 500
- Berluti, McLaughlin & Kutchin LLP Attorneys Named to 2024 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists
- Legal 500 US Ranks Hunton Andrews Kurth Among Top Law Firms in 2024 Guide
Firmwide News & Milestones
- Julie Jones Renewed for Second Term as Chair of Ropes & Gray; Neill Jakobe Appointed as Vice Chair
- Arnold & Porter Marks One-Year Anniversary in Boston with Growing Practice
- Beveridge & Diamond’s Marc Goldstein Discusses B&D’s Robust Growth, Strategy with Law.com
- Brown Rudnick Bolsters Life Sciences and Technology Teams With Addition of Partners Vince Shier and Ryan Smith
- Murtha Cullina and Harris Beach Form Regional Firm
- Laredo Smith Unveils New Leadership & Name
- Morgan & Morgan Offers Client Referral Service
- Murphy King’s Dan Rabinovitz to Lead National Institute for Trial Advocacy’s 2024 Building Trial Skills Course in Boston
- Nelson Mullins Becomes First Law Firm to Partner with National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
- Peabody & Arnold Celebrates 125 Years
- Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: The Success Story of Greenberg Traurig’s Boston Office
- Rubin and Rudman Grows Team with 12 Attorneys, Now Among Massachusetts’ Top 25 Firms
- Continuing to Grow its Boston Office, Verrill Welcomes Five Skilled Environmental Attorneys in Growing Boston Office
- Manatt Continues Boston Growth with Legal and Consulting Hires
- A&O Shearman Expands Boston Footprint to Support Growth