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January 6, 2021 BIZ PEOPLE

QU taps familiar face for new public safety chief 

PHOTO | CONTRIBUTED Otoniel Reyes

Quinnipiac University has picked New Haven Police Chief Otoniel Reyes to serve as chief of its department of public safety.

Reyes recently announced his plans to retire from the New Haven Police Department after a 21- year career there. According to Quinnipiac, Reyes will transition to his new role at a date convenient to both the city and university.

In his new position, Reyes will work to ensure safety and well being on the university’s three campuses. 

“I am excited to join the Quinnipiac University family to partner with all stakeholders in providing a safe and welcoming environment for the entire university community,” Reyes said.

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Attorney sworn in as city deputy corporation counsel

A long-time advocate for individuals with disabilities, Michelle Duprey was sworn in recently as New Haven’s deputy corporation counsel.

Duprey, a lawyer, was first hired to work in City Hall in 1998. She served as city director of the Department of Services for Persons with Disabilities for two decades. In that position, she regularly advised the city on compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

“Even though I will no longer be the public voice for the disability community, I feel being given this exciting opportunity demonstrates that those with disabilities can serve in all kinds of jobs in our community, not just those you would normally expect,” Duprey said. “This appointment speaks volumes to the broader community on diversity and inclusion without me having to say a word. And for that, I am grateful.”  

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Law firm elects two new partners

The law firm of Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey has elected lawyers Damian K. Gunningsmith and Benjamin Pomerantz to the partnership. The change is effective as of Jan. 1.

Gunningsmith

Gunningsmith is an intellectual property lawyer based in the firm’s New Haven office. He is a registered patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. He also has experience handling litigation in the areas of labor and employment, probate, land use, and environmental law. 

Pomerantz

Pomerantz is a litigation lawyer based in the firm’s Stamford office. His practice focuses on cannabis law, including hemp and CBD industries and regulations. He also has experience representing clients in catastrophic personal injury, negligence and medical malpractice cases. 

Managing Partner Rick Street said in an announcement, “Both Damian and Ben are very talented litigators who have made significant contributions to the firm and their communities. They are both a significant part of our growth strategy. We are delighted to welcome them to the partnership.”

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Berchem Moses elects new senior partner, names two new partners

Berchem Moses, a multi-practice law firm with offices in Milford and Westport, has promoted Christine Sullivan to senior partner.

Sullivan joined Berchem Moses PC as senior counsel in 2016, and practices in the area of education law. 

Sullivan

Berchem Moses’ leadership also recently elevated Paula N. Anthony and Richard C. Buturla to partners at the firm.

Anthony joined the firm as senior counsel in 2016. Anthony advises private and public sector employers on a wide variety of personnel and employment matters.  Anthony formerly served as assistant corporation counsel for the city of Waterbury.

Buturla is a member of the firm’s litigation department, and he regularly represents private businesses; governmental entities, including their elected officials and employees; insurance carriers; and third-party administrators in general litigation matters.

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