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📣 Nominations are now open for BioCT’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award.  Do you know a visionary innovator transforming Connecticut’s life sciences landscape? BioCT, together with Shipman & Goodwin, is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year Award, honoring the imaginative and passionate game-changers in our community. Nominees should be forward-thinking leaders from academia or industry who demonstrate:  • Leadership in advancing scientific breakthroughs with real-world impact  • A successful or disruptive business model in life sciences, medical devices, healthcare, or IT  • Exceptional contributions to the growth of Connecticut’s life sciences cluster  • A spirit of mentorship and collaboration Help us recognize those who turn bold ideas into lasting impact by submitting your nomination by November 7. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/eQXNuAPU #LifeSciences #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Connecticut #Biotech #Leadership #STEM 

What a tremendous few days spent recently at Foxwoods Resort Casino for our annual Partner Retreat!   The highlight was a deep-dive business session on Leadership and for that we say a very special thank you to our facilitator, Dr. Bonny J. Forrest, J.D., M.Phil., Ph.D., for guiding us through her session, "Lead from Where You Are: Conversations for Alignment." The goal was simple: strengthen the firm-driving conversations by embracing the shared responsibility that every Partner leads from where they are. We left with practical tools and a clear framework to use daily.   We successfully balanced strategy with connection, enjoying social time together throughout the weekend. The retreat concluded with a fantastic dinner at VUE 24, where the beautiful autumn foliage from the 24th floor provided a stunning backdrop for great conversation and camaraderie.   The energy from our Partners was palpable and we are excited and eager to carry the momentum from these leadership conversations forward. #Partnership #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamBuilding #Retreat

Next week, Shipman’s Katilee Boisvert, Matthew Monteith and Jim Schulwolf will be attending Small Business Investor Alliance’s 2025 National Summit for Middle Market Funds. Shipman is proud to be a sponsor of this event and we look forward to connecting with our clients, industry colleagues and friends in Palm Beach, FL. Hope to see you there! #SBIA #MiddleMarketFunds #smallbusinessinvestors

New Episode Alert! In our latest From Lawyer to Employer episode, host Daniel Schwartz sits down with Shipman associate Sarah Niemiroski to break down one of the hottest topics from our recent Labor & Employment Fall Seminar — Leave Laws. Tune in for an engaging discussion on: - The differences between federal and Connecticut FMLA - What “affinity relationships” really mean in practice - How Connecticut’s paid sick and paid family leave laws fit together - The role of the ADA in extended leave situations - Tips for consistent documentation and compliance Whether you’re an HR professional, manager, or in-house counsel, this episode will help you make sense of the ever-changing patchwork of leave laws and avoid costly missteps. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. https://lnkd.in/e427eduP

Rainy days call for coffee! ☕ On Wednesday, #Shipman lawyers and business professionals in the Hartford office enjoyed a coffee break with Travelin' Tom's Coffee truck. It was the perfect way to refuel and catch up with colleagues. A big thank-you to the Travelin' Tom's crew for making our day brighter! #FirmCulture #OfficeFun #HartfordCT

In celebration of Ombuds Day, Shipman would like to recognize the important work of our Ombuds, Gwen Zittoun. Our Ombuds Program provides a confidential and informal place for our attorneys and staff to seek advice, guidance and support on work-related issues. We truly appreciate Gwen’s commitment to our firm community and her efforts to foster open communication and a respectful workplace culture. #OmbudsDay #WorkplaceWellbeing #EmployeeSupport

Last night, Shipman attorneys Daniel Schwartz, Andrew Zeitlin, Megan Medlicott, Chelsea McCallum and Claire Pariano attended the Annual Dinner hosted by the Connecticut Committee of the Federal Bar Council. It was a wonderful evening spent celebrating and honoring our Connecticut Federal Circuit Judges, District Judges, Magistrate Judges, Bankruptcy Judges and their Law Clerks! ⚖️ #FederalBarCouncil #ConnecticutLaw #CTLegalCommunity

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Shipman’s DEI committee hosted an engaging “Tiles and Tapas” event for attorneys and staff. The afternoon was filled with lively domino games, delicious food, and meaningful conversations—bringing colleagues together in a fun and festive way. Thank you to everyone who joined us! #HispanicHeritageMonth #Shipman #DEI

Manufacturers sponsoring benefit plans for their workers need to stay up-to-date on the latest changes from the U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, notes Shipman & Goodwin LLP's Ryan Less. "Plan sponsors should make sure that their service providers, including their payroll companies, are prepared to operate their plans in accordance with the new rules and that their plan documents are amended before 2027." https://cbia.biz/46HcAwT

Shipman is pleased to announce that Graham L. Fisher has joined the firm as an associate in the Workout, Restructure and Bankruptcy Practice Group. He represents creditors, indenture trustees, and contract counterparties in complex chapter 11 cases. Welcome, Graham! 🔗 Learn more about Graham: https://lnkd.in/ePjmS5cK #FinancialRestructuring #Bankruptcy #CreditorsRights #Shipman