September 5, 2008

Fitch Even is pleased to introduce its incoming 2008 class of seven associates joining the firm this September.

Joining the firm's San Diego office are Shirin Tefagh and Dennis Walsh, each having earned their Juris Doctor degrees from the University of San Diego School of Law. Shirin also has a degree in Computer Science, and Dennis holds a degree in Electrical Engineering. Both previously worked as summer associates in the San Diego office.

The firm also added five associates to its Chicago office.

After receiving her B.A. in Political Science and Communication, Selena Michalowicz earned her Juris Doctor degree from the John Marshall Law School. Selena has been with the firm since 2001 in the Trademark and Copyright Department.

Jonathan Urbanek returns to the firm after receiving his Juris Doctor degree this year from the DePaul University College of Law. Jonathan also holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Nicholas Angelocci holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a recent graduate of the DePaul University College of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude.

Conor Hunt earned his technical degree in General Engineering and graduated this year from the University of Illinois College of Law.

Nicole Little holds a degree in Chemical Engineering and is a recent graduate of the Chicago-Kent College of Law.

Joseph Shipley, Chair of the firm's Employment Committee, offered the following comments, "We are very pleased to welcome these talented and capable new associates to Fitch Even. We are delighted that they have chosen to join us. This is one of the larger classes of graduates we have hired in the 150 year history of the firm. This class will add significantly to our depth and diversity, and will enable us to better serve our clients as our firm continues to grow."