BOSTON, MA, January 14, 2025 – Casner & Edwards announces that the firm has elevated Jordan P. Bowne, Evey M. Diaz, Caitlin A. Romasco, and Russell J. Smith to partner effective January 1, 2025. 

“Each of these outstanding attorneys has demonstrated exceptional legal expertise, unwavering dedication to client success, and a deep commitment to our firm's core values,” said Michael F. Zullas, Casner & Edwards’ Managing Partner. “Their leadership, collaborative approach and unique strengths will further enhance our ability to serve our clients and drive the firm’s continued growth. We are excited to see how they will shape the future of Casner as we continue to build on our legacy of excellence." 

Bowne focuses his practice on all areas of trusts and estates. He works directly with high net-worth clients to design, structure and implement estate planning, and tax minimization strategies. Bowne’s practice also includes advising institutional and individual fiduciaries throughout the trust and estate administration process. He has experience advocating on behalf of trust and estate beneficiaries in resolving disputes with fiduciaries and other beneficiaries. Bowne also assists clients in pre-marital planning, including pre-nuptial agreements. He currently serves as a co-chair of the Public Policy sub-committee for the Boston Bar Association’s Trusts & Estates Committee, and is an adjunct professor at Suffolk University Law School.

Diaz is a seasoned family law attorney with over a decade of experience who has earned a reputation for guiding clients through the complexities of domestic relations and family law matters with compassion. Known for her client-centric approach, Diaz brings a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to clients. Her strategic and empathetic counsel has been instrumental in achieving successful outcomes in cases with intricate family dynamics. In addition to her legal work, Diaz serves on the firm’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee and the Community Initiative Committee. She is also deeply engaged in advancing the field of family law as an active member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), an international organization dedicated to resolving family conflict. 

Romasco focuses her practice on commercial litigation. With over a decade of experience, she represents clients in all manner of complex business disputes. She handles cases involving closely-held business, contract, real estate, condominium law, employment, construction, professional liability, insurance coverage, product liability, premises liability and liquor liability. Romasco represents clients across a range of industries, including technology, manufacturing, hospitality, health care, insurance and construction.

Smith specializes in fiduciary litigation, including probate matters, guardianships, conservatorships, will contests, actions to remove personal representatives and trustees, and complaints in equity. Additionally, he has been appointed by the Probate and Family Court as a fiduciary in contested matters, including as conservator and personal representative. At the request of certain clients, Smith also handles domestic relations matters. Smith is a past President of the Boston College Law School Veterans’ Association. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Marines as a Sergeant.

About Casner & Edwards, LLP

Casner & Edwards, LLP represents businesses, individuals and institutions across New England and around the world, providing exceptional legal services with a personalized approach. With a rich history and a collaborative team of highly skilled attorneys, the firm has served clients with integrity and professionalism for 50 years. Casner & Edwards is committed to providing partner involvement on every matter and delivering effective solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.