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Shipman & Goodwin LLP Welcomes New Partners

In an exciting move for its future, Shipman & Goodwin LLP has proudly announced the promotion of two distinguished lawyers, Aaron Baral and Sarah Dlugoszewski, to partner as of January 1, 2026. These new appointments reflect the firm’s ongoing commitment to excellence and its strategic growth in the legal industry.

The New Partners: Profiles

Aaron Baral

Aaron Baral joins the ranks as a partner in the firm’s Business and Corporate Practice Group. His notable expertise spans a variety of corporate and transactional matters. Baral represents a diverse clientele, including companies and venture capital funds, guiding them from the early stages of business formation to complex mergers and acquisitions.

Baral's role also involves advising clients during seed and venture capital financing, making him an integral part of their growth journeys. His dedication to providing exceptional client service has not gone unnoticed; Dormer Stephen, leader of the Business and Corporate Practice Group, emphasized Aaron's outstanding judgment and technical proficiency, asserting that these traits are crucial for the firm's future trajectory in business law.

Sarah Dlugoszewski

On the litigation front, Sarah Dlugoszewski has been promoted to partner in the Litigation Practice Group. Dlugoszewski brings to the table a wealth of experience particularly in tort liability and personal injury cases. Her strategic thinking and dedication to her clients have not only established her credibility within the firm but also boosted the overall efficiency of their litigation team.

Mark Ostrowski, co-chair of the Litigation Practice Group, remarked on Sarah’s significant contributions, noting her skillful handling of complex litigation and insurance coverage issues, talents honed during her previous tenure managing high-stakes claims for a large insurance company. Her promotion is an acknowledgment of the vital role she plays in positively impacting both clients and the firm.

Firm Growth and Expansion

These promotions come on the heels of the firm’s recent expansion into the Northeast with a new office in Boston, which opened in November 2025 and included 17 attorneys from Tarlow Breed Hart & Rodgers. This strategic move aims to solidify Shipman’s presence in important legal markets and provide enhanced services to their growing list of clients.

Shipman & Goodwin LLP, with over 160 lawyers operating across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York, is dedicated to serving a broad array of clients, from public and private companies to educational institutions and non-profit organizations. The firm prides itself on its strong values, commitment to community, and client-centered approach.

Commitment to Clients

Not only does Shipman & Goodwin focus on professional excellence, but they also emphasize the importance of community engagement and social responsibility. Their comprehensive range of services allows them to cater effectively to both local and international clients, reinforcing their reputation as trusted legal advisors.

For more information about the firm and its practices, please visit www.shipmangoodwin.com. The future looks bright as the firm embarks on this new chapter with Baral and Dlugoszewski at the helm of their respective teams.