Super Lawyers® Recognizes Multiple Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub Attorneys

Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP is pleased to announce that the following attorneys have been recognized in the latest edition of Super Lawyers®, which honors outstanding lawyers based on peer reviews and professional achievement. No more than 5% of Massachusetts attorneys are recognized by Super Lawyers®.

For the 19th consecutive year, Christopher A. Duggan was acknowledged for excellence in product liability litigation defense. For the 20th consecutive year, Peter M. Durney was also chosen for his achievements in product liability defense.

Paul Alan Rufo was included for his skill in real estate law. Matthew J. Walko was recognized for excellence in civil litigation — defense, while Kenneth M. Wright was chosen for his expertise in family law. In addition, Dana A. Zakarian was selected for his accomplishments in the field of business litigation.

Super Lawyers® also honored four Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub attorneys as Rising Stars. The list includes lawyers who are 40 or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or fewer. No more than 2.5% of eligible attorneys in any given state are selected.

For the seventh consecutive year, Vincent N. DePalo was chosen for his skill in product liability defense. For the sixth straight year, James E. Clancy IV was recognized for his expertise in estate planning and probate.

Christopher J. Hurst and Steven D. Procopio were also named Rising Stars for their achievements in product liability defense.

The selection process for Super Lawyers® is a rigorous one, involving independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. This thorough procedure ensures that only the most deserving attorneys are recognized. The process for identifying Rising Stars follows the same stringent regimen.  

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Super Lawyers® is designed to create a credible, comprehensive, and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that can be used as a resource for attorneys and consumers searching for legal counsel.

Congratulations, one and all!