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Rubin Rudman Partners Achieve New Heights in Legal Leadership

In an impressive recognition of their professional capabilities and dedication to the legal field, Ariadna Caulfield and Marlee S. Cowan, both partners at Rubin Rudman, have been elected to prominent leadership roles within the Massachusetts Bar Association (MBA). With Caulfield stepping in as the co-vice chair of the MBA’s Business Law Section Council and Cowan ascended to co-chair of the Probate Law Section Council, they are poised to influence the legal landscape in Massachusetts.

About the New Leaders

Ariadna Caulfield

Ariadna Caulfield has made a significant mark in Rubin Rudman’s Corporate Group. Her expertise spans complex corporate, banking, and financial matters, making her a sought-after legal advisor for intricate corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, as well as debt and equity financing. Beyond her notable legal practice, Caulfield has received numerous accolades, highlighting her influence within the profession. Notable recognitions include her appearances in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s “Up and Coming Lawyers” for 2025 and the Boston Business Journal’s prestigious “40 Under 40” list for 2024.

Her commitment to excellence is further reinforced by her standing in Boston Magazine’s list of “Top Lawyers” in Corporate Law from 2022 to 2024 and being recognized as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” from 2023 to 2024. Academically, she holds two LL.M. degrees, one in American Law and another in Banking and Financial Law, both from Boston University School of Law. Caulfield is also a graduate of the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM), where she received her LL.B., which is equivalent to a J.D.

Marlee S. Cowan

On the other hand, Marlee S. Cowan focuses her efforts on fiduciary litigation, particularly in contentious matters such as guardianships, conservatorships, will and trust disputes, and breaches of fiduciary duty. In addition to her litigation prowess, Cowan offers advice on estate planning, trust administration, real estate, and tax-related concerns. Her credentials further bolster her leadership role, as she has held positions on boards and committees of numerous legal organizations, including the Greater Boston Fiduciary Law American Inn of Court and the Massachusetts Guardianship Association.

Cowan's accolades speak volumes of her success, earning her a spot on the Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers List for 2025 and acknowledgment as one of Boston Magazine's Top Trusts and Estates Lawyers from 2022 to 2024. Furthermore, she has consistently appeared on the Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars List from 2015 to 2023. She earned her Juris Doctor from New England Law and her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley.

About the Massachusetts Bar Association

Established in 1911, the Massachusetts Bar Association serves as a prominent organization representing a broad spectrum of legal professionals across the state. It is recognized as the largest voluntary bar association in Massachusetts, advocating for the interests of attorneys, judges, and legal professionals while promoting justice and legal education.

About Rubin Rudman LLP

Originally founded over a century ago, Rubin Rudman LLP is a full-service law firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. It comprises nearly 100 talented lawyers, specializing in a diverse array of practices. The firm caters to a wide range of clients, including public companies, closely held businesses, real estate developers, and various industries. Their dedication extends to representing entities in regulated industries as well as non-profit organizations and families, thereby showcasing their versatile legal expertise.

The leadership roles held by Caulfield and Cowan within the MBA not only reflect their commitment to legal excellence but also serve as an inspiration for other legal professionals navigating their careers. Their achievements exemplify the caliber of talent cultivated at Rubin Rudman and their impact on the legal community in Massachusetts and beyond. As they take on these prestigious roles, it is expected that they will advocate for the legal profession, enhancing the standards and practices within Massachusetts law.