Partridge Snow & Hahn (PSH), a full-service business law and litigation firm, announces that partner Alicia J. Samolis has received the 2026 “Top Women of Law” honor from Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly. This highly coveted honor celebrates the achievements of exceptional women lawyers who are pioneers, educators, trailblazers, and role models. Samolis and fellow honorees will be recognized at an awards ceremony on November 5 at the Boston Marriott Newton. To view the full list of 2026 honorees, visit here.

As Chair of the PSH Employment & Labor Practice, Samolis helps employers navigate high-stakes employment litigation, compliance challenges, and workplace issues across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and nationwide. She works closely with business leaders, HR professionals, and management teams to solve problems, manage risk, and stay ahead of a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

In addition to her client work, Samolis has played a key leadership role in advancing the firm’s response to emerging legal and business issues. Samolis managed the firm’s COVID-19 task force and, more recently, spearheaded the launch of the firm’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force, bringing together attorneys from across disciplines to help clients address the legal, operational, and regulatory challenges presented by emerging technologies and adopt AI confidently and responsibly in their workplaces.

A frequent commentator and speaker on employment law issues, Samolis is regularly sought out by legal and business publications and professional organizations for her insights on workplace litigation, practical tips for implementing compliance measures, and the latest developments shaping the way we work.

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