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Barton Gilman LLP is different from the inside out, and that equates to value-laden service for our clients. Why is this important?

Barton Gilman's core philosophy is that all clients are clients of the firm, not individual attorneys. Because this business model yields tremendous benefits for our clients. Unlike so many law firms, our lawyers do not “claim” clients individually. Rather, as a firm, we scrupulously match the right attorneys with the right clients based on the client’s needs, the attorney’s level of experience, and our collective commitment to deliver efficient and effective solutions to each legal problem we confront. Our clients can rest assured that they will work with those attorneys best-suited to handle their cases. Another key facet of our client service model is that clients get hands-on partners and associates to work directly on their matters. Clients always know that they can reach us and get answers without delay. Barton Gilman attorneys genuinely collaborate with each other to share resources and talent to best serve clients. Our lawyers truly work as a team, and our entire team of attorneys has the depth of skills and experience to help you solve your litigation challenges. This allows us to deftly handle cases and deliver the kind of value clients expect and deserve. Barton Gilman is also different from the inside out in another extremely important way. Unlike other law firms, our firm management is open to all of our attorneys. This internal transparency assures that all of our attorneys are business savvy – just what businesses want and need from their lawyers when their individual or company’s interests are at stake. Clients benefit from each of our lawyers’ understanding of the practicalities of running a business, and that’s what our team delivers to you.

10/16/2026

The price, scope of work, and length of the contract may get the most attention during negotiations but what about the “fine print”?

Indemnification, limitation of liability, termination, assignment, and dispute-resolution provisions can have significant consequences when a business relationship goes wrong. In our latest blog post, Paige Macnie and Sally P. McDonald highlight key contract terms business owners should understand before signing.

Read the full article to learn what to look for before signing your next business contract: https://www.bglaw.com/blog-post/the-fine-print-matters-contract-terms-business-owners-should-understand-before-signing

10/14/2026

Who pays for college after a divorce in Massachusetts? The rules here are different from most states. A divorce agreement that is silent about college expenses can lead to a costly dispute years later.

In our latest blog post, Rui Alves discusses what Massachusetts parents should consider when negotiating a divorce agreement.

Read Rui’s article to learn what you should know before you sign: https://www.bglaw.com/blog-post/who-pays-for-college-after-divorce-in-massachusetts-why-the-law-here-is-different-from-most-states

10/08/2026

On September 29, Barton Gilman attorneys Sally P. McDonald and Justin Shay joined Tai Palermo’s class at Roger Williams University School of Law for a conversation about careers in business litigation.

As the director of the school’s Business Law Clinic and a former Barton Gilman attorney, Tai brought a special connection to the conversation as Sally and Justin shared their experiences, career paths, and perspectives on practicing business litigation with the next generation of lawyers.

We’re always glad to support opportunities that connect law students with practicing attorneys and offer a candid look at what a career in law can look like beyond the classroom.

10/01/2026

Sally McDonald is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience handling complex business disputes in state and federal courts. Her practice includes breach of contract, employment, real estate, construction, and trusts and estates matters.

Known for her strong record of leadership within Rhode Island’s legal and professional communities, Sally serves on the boards of the Rhode Island Black Business Association, Rhode Island Bar Foundation, Providence Public Library, The Sandra Feinstein Gamm Theater and The Hope Club.

Sally’s litigation experience and deep ties to the Rhode Island community are valuable assets for clients facing complex business disputes.

Learn more about Sally and her practice: https://www.bglaw.com/team/sally-mcdonald

09/28/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Leah Zaborski to Barton Gilman. A business lawyer and experienced litigator, Leah brings a distinctive perspective shaped by experience in private practice, in-house counsel at a Fortune Global 500 company, and institutional leadership at a major public university.

Leah advises executives, business leaders, and institutional clients on complex corporate and commercial matters, including technology and SaaS agreements, governance, data privacy and cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and business disputes. Her experience allows her to consider not only the legal issues involved, but also the operational, financial, strategic, and reputational considerations that shape business decisions.

Before joining Barton Gilman, Leah served as Associate General Counsel at Rhode Island’s public flagship university and as Senior Legal Counsel for a Fortune Global 500 energy management company. Earlier in her career, she practiced civil and commercial litigation at a Providence-based law firm, representing clients in state and federal courts in complex commercial, insolvency, regulatory, and real estate disputes.

Leah’s experience across business law, litigation, in-house counsel, and higher education brings a broad and valuable perspective to our clients and our firm.

🔗 Learn more about Leah and her experience: https://www.bglaw.com/team/leah-l-zaborski

09/25/2026

What happens in the first six months of a personal injury case can shape the strategy, cost, and potential outcome for years to come. In our latest blog post, Darlene Thebaud explains how early case evaluation can help defense counsel identify the facts that drive exposure, focus litigation resources, and make more informed decisions about settlement and trial strategy.

Read Darlene’s full article to learn why early evaluation is more than an initial claim review and how it can shape the defense of a high-exposure case: https://www.bglaw.com/blog-post/early-case-evaluation-managing-risk-in-personal-injury-defense-litigation

09/21/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Jordan Carvalho to the firm.

Jordan focuses his practice on litigation, including medical malpractice, and brings experience in legal research, case analysis and a range of litigation matters. Before joining the firm, he served as a law clerk to the Rhode Island Workers’ Compensation Court. During law school, he gained experience in employment and personal injury matters at a Rhode Island law firm and in criminal matters with the Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General.

Learn more about Jordan: https://www.bglaw.com/team/jordan-carvalho

09/18/2026

Vincent J. Averaimo has been named to the 2026 Connecticut Super Lawyers list for General Litigation, marking his fifth consecutive year receiving this recognition.

Vin represents individuals, businesses, and corporations in state and federal courts across a broad range of matters, including general civil litigation, probate administration and disputes, creditor’s rights and default services, commercial and residential real estate transactions and litigation, title matters, and tort and premises liability claims.

Learn more: https://www.bglaw.com/press-release/vincent-j-averaimo-named-to-2026-connecticut-super-lawyers-list-for-fifth-consecutive-year

09/16/2026

Please join us in congratulating Pamela Slater Gilman, Kevin Hensley, Richard Quinby, and Edward Shoulkin on being named to the 2026 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list—and ‍Derek Gillis and Natalie Newsom Sullivan on being named 2026 Rising Stars!

Selected for their professional excellence and peer recognition across a range of practice areas, they continue to bring deep experience, legal insight, and dedication to their practices and the clients they serve.

🔗 Learn more at the link in our bio!

09/14/2026

Matt Plain brings a diverse legal background to his work at Barton Gilman with a practice focused on education law, labor and employment, public agency, regulatory compliance, workplace and school investigations, professional and general liability, contracts, and administrative law.

Matt works extensively with schools, nonprofits, and public agencies, advising clients on the legal issues that affect their organizations and the people they serve. He represents clients before state administrative agencies as well as state and federal courts and serves as general counsel to several nonprofit organizations.

With a significant portion of his practice devoted to education law, Matt draws on his experience as a former public school teacher to bring a firsthand perspective to his work. He advises charter public schools, traditional public schools, and private and independent schools on special education, student and staff discipline, employment matters, open government, contracts, government relations and constitutional issues.

Learn more about Matt and his practice at the link in our bio!

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