RIW Attorney Meghan Hall successfully reversed a Zoning Board of Appeals (the “ZBA”) decision in Fairhaven, allowing the Fairhaven School Committee (the “School Committee”) to move forward with a construction project on school property. The Land Court decided that the abutters who challenged the School Committee’s commercial building permit did not have standing under Section…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News, Zoning & Land Use
We’re happy to share that three RIW attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 Legal 500 Boston Elite rankings! Congratulations to Bethany Grazio (Mergers & Acquisitions), David Robinson (Commercial Litigation), and Russell Stein (Mergers & Acquisitions). This recognition spotlights standout attorneys doing exceptional work at top regional firms across major U.S. cities. The…
POSTED IN: Corporate & Business, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, News
We are thrilled to announce that Adam Gutbezahl has been elevated to Shareholder! Adam has been a member of the firm’s Litigation Department for five years, practicing in our Commercial Real Estate, Construction, and Employment Law Groups. “Adam consistently delivers exceptionally high-quality legal work, a tireless work ethic, a commitment to clients and positive outcomes,…
POSTED IN: Employment Law, Litigation, Zoning & Land Use
RIW is thrilled to share that President Bradley Croft has been named to the “Top 100 List” of Massachusetts Super Lawyers for the third consecutive year. This recognition highlights the 100 attorneys who received the highest point totals among all Massachusetts attorneys during the Super Lawyers selection process which includes a statewide survey of lawyers,…
POSTED IN: Construction Law, Litigation, News
Lauren recently joined RIW as a member of the firm’s Litigation Department where she represents companies and individuals primarily in the areas of commercial employment litigation and employment law. Why did you become a lawyer? I became a lawyer because I wanted to help people with their opportunities and problems, big or small. Tell us about…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News
Congratulations to RIW shareholder Jeremy Weltman for being named a 2025 Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Go To Business Litigation attorney! With a no-nonsense, direct approach, Jeremy is a practical, results-oriented attorney who prides himself on thinking two steps ahead of his client’s adversaries. Jeremy has adeptly litigated and negotiated disputes for a wide range of clients,…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News
Riley Grinkis Tully recently joined RIW as an associate in the Litigation Group. Her practice includes representing individuals and businesses in various civil matters, including employment, land use and real estate disputes, construction law, and commercial disputes. Why did you become a lawyer? Interestingly enough, I had always expressed interest in becoming a lawyer, likely…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News
Best Lawyers has released its 2025 Best Law Firm National rankings, and RIW’s Construction Litigation Practice achieved a Tier 1 ranking for the second year in a row! These rankings are determined by several factors, including peer reviews, reputation, quality of work, client satisfaction, and a thorough research process and places RIW among the best…
POSTED IN: Construction Law, Litigation, News
RIW is thrilled to share that President Bradley Croft has been named to the “Top 100 List” of Massachusetts Super Lawyers for the second consecutive year. This recognition highlights the 100 attorneys who received the highest point totals among all Massachusetts attorneys during the Super Lawyers selection process which includes a statewide survey of lawyers,…
POSTED IN: Construction Law, Litigation, News
Ruberto, Israel & Weiner is thrilled to announce that shareholder Kimberly Alley has been named a 2024 Top Woman of Law by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. With almost 30 years in practice and a passion for civic involvement, Kim is a force in the courtroom and her community. She regularly mentors new associates, summer interns, and other less…
POSTED IN: Litigation, News
