Carissa Rubin

        Paralegal
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        Carissa is an experienced paralegal in Verrill’s Business Restructuring and Insolvency Group. She supports attorneys and clients through every stage of the restructuring process with clarity, precision, and steady communication.

        As a bankruptcy paralegal, her day-to-day work focuses on effectively managing cases from intake through closing. Core responsibilities include matter tracking; drafting, reviewing, and filing court documents; monitoring case deadlines; and maintaining organized, comprehensive case files to ensure efficient access and ongoing case administration. Carissa also provides wide-ranging support to attorneys throughout case proceedings and regularly facilitates communication among all parties involved in a bankruptcy matter.

        Prior to joining Verrill, Carissa spent 17 years working extensively with high-volume consumer caseloads as well as complex Chapter 11 reorganizations, shaping her ability to adapt to a wide range of client needs. She is a collaborative team player who works closely with attorneys, colleagues, and court personnel to promote efficiency and deliver thoughtful, solutions-oriented support.

        Outside of the office, Carissa is a health and fitness enthusiast who enjoys all forms of movement and exercise. She has been a certified yoga instructor for 25 years and is also a licensed massage therapist.

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        Education

        • Capella University (M.S)
        • University of Southern Maine (B.A.)

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        Published Works

        Four Verrill Attorneys Co-Author Massachusetts Trends and Developments Chapter for Chambers and Partners Child Relocation 2026 Guide

        Verrill attorneys Mary H. Schmidt, Rachel A. Deering, Hannah R. Zukoff, and Mariah G. Tappan co-authored the “Trends and Developments” chapter...
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        A New Protected Class in Maine: Holders of Final Protection Orders

        In the lead-up to Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, employers may be taking a closer look at how their policies and practices respond to...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        Verrill Secures SJC Victory for Boston Legacy FC in White Stadium Litigation

        Verrill has secured a significant appellate victory for Boston Legacy FC in the litigation challenging the redevelopment of White Stadium in...
        Blog

        Hurry Up and Wait

        This is the third in a series of Verrill blog posts on Maine’s packaging extended producer responsibility (“EPR”) law[1]. In July we reported...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses First Brands Chapter 11 Case in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article examining the rejection of First Brands Group's Chapter 11 plan and the...
        Media Mentions

        Cybersecurity and AI Governance: Scott Anderson Featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

        Verrill Managing Partner Scott Anderson was recently featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly discussing how law firms can build attorney buy-in for...
        Blog

        Section 530A Account Update: ERISA Status of Trump Accounts

        The Department of Labor has issued important guidance addressing whether employer programs that permit contributions to Section 530A accounts (and...
        Press Releases

        97 Verrill Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® 2027, Including Four Named Lawyers of the Year

        AUGUSTA, Maine, BANGOR, Maine, BOSTON, Mass., PORTLAND, Maine, and WESTPORT, Conn., (August 20, 2026) – Verrill is proud to announce that 97...
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        SEC’s Proposed “Reg Crypto”: What Founders Need to Know

        Startup founders and emerging-growth companies have a number of options for raising capital under the federal securities laws, including Regulation D...
        Blog

        After 45 Years, the IRS Speaks on DCAP Nondiscrimination Testing – And It’s Good News

        Employers that provide a Dependent Care Assistance Program will be pleased to learn that for the first time in 45 years, the IRS has issued guidance...
        Media Mentions

        U.S. Courts Highlights Annabel Rodriguez’s Journey from Fellow to Mentor

        Verrill attorney Annabel Rodriguez was featured in a recent U.S. Courts article titled “From Fellows to Mentors: Alumni Share Lasting Lessons from...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses Bankruptcy Auction Strategy in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach spoke with Law360 article examining the complex bankruptcy auction process that resulted in the sale of 23 summer...