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💕 Closing Out October with Gratitude and Looking Ahead to November! 🍂

Last week, we wrapped up October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month with our annual Jeans and Sneakers Dress Down Day, bringing our team together for one final show of support for a cause close to our hearts!

Throughout the month, Bacon Wilson was proud to support Baystate Health's Rays of Hope through our sponsorship of the annual Walk & Run Toward the Cure, an employee bake sale, and our Jeans & Sneakers Day, all in an effort to raise funds and awareness for those impacted by breast cancer.

A heartfelt thank you to our attorneys and staff who participated, volunteered, baked, and helped make these initiatives a success. Your generosity and enthusiasm continue to make a meaningful difference in our community.

As we turn the calendar to November, we're looking forward to another month filled with exciting opportunities to connect, give back, and support the organizations that make our community so special.

Here's to another month of making a difference, together!

What a fantastic evening at the Naples Summit 6.0! 🎉

Bacon Wilson was proud to once again support the Naples Realty Group: Agent Focused at their annual summit, held at MGM Springfield.

Many of our attorneys and staff members joined us for an evening of networking, celebration, and connection with members of our local community.

A huge congratulations to the entire Naples Realty team on another successful event. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to bringing our community together throughout the year do not go unnoticed. Thank you for having us, and we look forward to next year!

When it comes to commercial real estate, what you don't know can cost you. 🏢

Purchasing commercial property is a significant investment, and there's more to consider than location and price. From property boundaries and zoning restrictions to title issues and potential environmental concerns, conducting thorough due diligence can help buyers avoid unexpected challenges.

Understanding these details before closing can make all the difference in protecting your investment and planning for the future.

Swipe through to learn why due diligence matters and what buyers should consider before purchasing commercial property.

🔗 Read more from Attorney Sarah Federation in her recent BusinessWest article: https://businesswest.com/blog/why-due-diligence-matters-in-commercial-real-estate/

🍂🏡 Ready to fall in love with a new home this season?

Fall is a beautiful time to find your dream home, but before you get the keys, there are a few important legal considerations to keep in mind!

From reviewing your purchase agreement and understanding property conditions to navigating title searches, insurance, and closing costs, taking the right steps can help protect your investment and avoid unexpected surprises.

Swipe through our Fall Home Buying Legal Checklist for helpful tips to keep in mind throughout the homebuying process.

Whether you're purchasing your first home or making your next move, Bacon Wilson's Residential Real Estate attorneys are here to help guide you from contract to closing.

🔗 Learn more at BaconWilson.com

A sea of pink, a community united, and a cause close to our hearts.🎀

This past Sunday, Bacon Wilson was proud to participate in the 33rd Annual Rays of Hope Walk and Run Toward the Cure, joining hundreds of community members in support of breast cancer awareness, research, and those whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer.

A special shoutout to Conor Carey and Angela Ferrentino for taking on the 8K run, and to Melinda LaBruna and Jessica Lee for participating in the 5-mile and 2-mile walks! Thank you all for representing Bacon Wilson and showing your support for such an important cause! 👟💕

We also want to thank Jeannette Vermette and Tracy Friedenberg for volunteering at our hydration station along the route, helping keep participants refreshed and cheering them on every step of the way! 💧

We are grateful to be part of an incredible community that continues to come together to make a difference. Here's to hope, strength, and supporting one another.

🍂 Fall brings new routines, new schedules, and new opportunities to plan ahead.

For co-parents, the fall season is a great time to revisit parenting arrangements and ensure they continue to reflect their child's changing needs. From school schedules and extracurricular activities to transportation and upcoming holiday breaks, a clear, well-organized parenting plan can help reduce confusion and create a smoother transition for everyone.

At Bacon Wilson, our Family Law attorneys can help you navigate changing circumstances and explore parenting arrangements that reflect your family's needs while prioritizing your child's best interests.

Swipe through for a few important considerations when reviewing your parenting plan!

A great day on the green for an even greater cause⛳️💚

Last week, Bacon Wilson attorneys Ken Albano, Ben Coyle, Tyler Humphrey, and Cameron Hunter hit the course at Twin Hills Country Club for the YMCA of Greater Springfield Golf Classic.

This annual event brings together local businesses and community members in support of the YMCA's scholarship program, helping make its programs and services more accessible to individuals and families throughout our community.

We are proud to support an organization that makes such a meaningful difference in Greater Springfield. A special thank you to the YMCA team for organizing another wonderful event, and to our attorneys for representing Bacon Wilson on the course!

Today we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a time to honor and celebrate the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and lasting contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.

At Bacon Wilson, we join in recognizing the importance of this day and reflecting on the enduring impact of Indigenous peoples throughout our nation’s history.

In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, all Bacon Wilson offices will be closed on Monday, October 12. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, October 13.

Bacon Wilson, P.C. is pleased to announce that attorneys Gerrit “Gary” D. DeYoung and Yujie “Giana” Wang have joined the firm as Associates, further strengthening the firm’s Litigation and Estate Planning and Probate practice areas.

Gary DeYoung joins Bacon Wilson’s Litigation Department, returning to the firm after previously serving as a Bacon Wilson Law Clerk during the 2024–2025 Law Clerk Program. DeYoung brings valuable experience from the Massachusetts Land Court in Boston, where he served as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Sarah Turano-Flores. In this role, he conducted legal research, prepared memoranda, and advised the Court on a variety of legal issues. During law school, DeYoung interned with the Honorable Katherine A. Robertson of the U.S. District Court in Springfield and the Honorable Diane Rubin at the Massachusetts Land Court. He also served as Executive Editor of the Journal of Trial and Appellate Advocacy.

DeYoung earned his Juris Doctor, magna cm laude, from Suffolk University Law School in 2025. He also holds a Ph.D. from Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development, a Master of Arts from Boston University’s College of Arts and Sciences, and a Bachelor of Arts, cm laude, from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Admitted to practice in Massachusetts, DeYoung is a member of the Hampden County Bar Association and Real Estate Bar Association. His academic honors include the Jurisprudence Awards in Land Use Law and Administrative Law, the Legal Practice Skills Best Oral Advocate Award, and membership on the Moot Court Honor Board. His published works include The 2024 Climate Act: Reducing Barriers to Speed Renewable Energy Development and The State Giveth, the State Taketh Away: State Law, Local Housing Production, and the Right to Appeal.

Yujie “Giana” Wang joins Bacon Wilson’s Estate Planning and Probate Department, where her practice focuses on helping individuals and families navigate estate planning and elder law matters. Drawing on her prior experience in psychological counseling and social services, Wang brings a thoughtful, client-centered perspective to her practice, with an emphasis on understanding each client’s goals, concerns, family dynamics, and individual circumstances.

Wang earned her Juris Doctor from Cornell Law School in 2025, where she served as Forum Editor of the Cornell International Law Journal. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Wang is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and New York.

Wang also brings significant pro bono experience to the firm. She has provided legal assistance to LGBTQ+ individuals through the Volunteer Lawyers Project of CNY, Inc., including consultations and assistance with name-change matters. She participated in the Reentry Pro Bono Project, providing services addressing civil legal barriers faced by individuals with criminal records. Her experience
also includes volunteer work with Family Rescue in China and helping develop “Teny,” a tenants’ rights chatbot and AI resource for a Tenants Advocacy Hotline.

“We are pleased to welcome Gary and Giana to Bacon Wilson,” said Managing Shareholder Jeffrey I. Fialky. “Both bring impressive academic backgrounds, valuable experience, and a strong commitment to serving clients. We look forward to seeing them continue to grow their practices and contribute to the firm and the communities we serve.”

Both DeYoung and Wang are based in Bacon Wilson’s Springfield office.