News & Press Releases
Steven I. Frenkel Appointed New Chairman of Cummings & Lockwood’s Litigation Group
April 11, 2022Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that Principal Steven I. Frenkel has been appointed the new Chairman of the Firm’s Litigation Group, effective April 11, 2022. He will replace John W. Cannavino who has served in that position for 18 years.
Laura Weintraub Beck, recognized as a “Distinguished Leader” by Connecticut Law Tribune as part of its 2022 Connecticut Legal Awards
March 22, 2022Congratulations to Laura Weintraub Beck, the new Chairman and Managing Director of Cummings & Lockwood LLC and Principal in the firm’s Private Clients Group, who was recognized as a “Distinguished Leader” by Connecticut Law Tribune as part of its 2022 Connecticut Legal Awards
Samuel (Sam) J. Raymond joins Cummings & Lockwood's Private Clients Group in Naples, Florida
February 7, 2022Samuel (Sam) J. Raymond recently joined Cummings & Lockwood as an Associate in its Private Clients Group and is based in the firm’s Naples office. He focuses his practice on trusts and estate planning and probate and estate administration.
Laura Weintraub Beck Named Cummings & Lockwood’s First Female Chairman and Managing Director Succeeding Jonathan B. Mills
December 15, 2021Cummings & Lockwood has named Laura Weintraub Beck the firm’s Chairman and Managing Director, succeeding Jonathan B. Mills, who served the firm in that capacity for 19 years. Mr. Mills was the youngest and longest tenured person to hold that position in the firm’s 113 year history.
Heather J. Rhoades Appointed Chairman of Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Group
December 15, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that Heather J. Rhoades has been appointed the new Chairman of the firm’s Private Clients Group, effective January 1, 2022. She will replace Laura Weintraub Beck who will assume the role of Chairman and Managing Director of the firm.
Cummings & Lockwood LLC Recognized as a “Best Law Firm” in Trusts & Estates and Tax Law by Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report
November 11, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized as a Tier 1 “Best Law Firm” in Trusts and Estates Law in the Fort Myers and West Palm Beach metropolitan areas by Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report. It also ranked as a Tier 2 “Best Law Firm” in Tax Law in the West Palm Beach metropolitan area.
William N. Wright, Litigation Attorney, Promoted to Partner at Cummings & Lockwood LLC
November 10, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that William N. Wright, an attorney in the firm’s Litigation Group and based in their Stamford, Connecticut office, has been elected to Partner, effective January 1, 2022.
Scott T. Witthuhn, Commercial Attorney, Has Been Promoted to Counsel at Cummings & Lockwood LLC
November 10, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that Scott T. Witthuhn, an Associate in the firm’s Commercial Real Estate Group and Corporate and Finance Group, has been promoted to Counsel, effective January 1, 2022.
Cummings & Lockwood LLC Recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report
November 10, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized as a “Best Law Firm” in several legal practice areas in Connecticut by Best Lawyers and U.S. News & World Report.
Joseph Cessario Joins Cummings & Lockwood as a Residential and Commercial Real Estate Principal
October 28, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that Joseph Cessario, a residential and commercial real estate attorney, has joined the firm as a Principal in its Private Clients Group and Commercial Real Estate Group. He is based in the Stamford office.
Bonie S. Montalvo Joins Cummings & Lockwood’s Private Clients Practice in Bonita Springs Office
Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that Bonie S. Montalvo has joined the firm as an Associate in the Private Clients Group based in its Bonita Springs office.
Cummings & Lockwood Garners the Top Spot in Private Wealth Law and Private Wealth Disputes in Connecticut in the Chambers 2021 High Net Worth Guide
July 23, 2021Cummings & Lockwood is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a Tier 1 firm in Private Wealth Law in Connecticut in Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2021 for the six consecutive year. The Guide, which is based on objective and independent research, recognizes the world’s leading high net worth advisers.