Ian Hedges

        Associate

        Ian’s ability to translate the complex world of real estate into straightforward advice results in clear direction for his clients.

        As a member of Verrill’s Real Estate Group, Ian advises clients on commercial sales and leasing, commercial and bond financing, and title insurance.

        Prior to joining Verrill, Ian worked at a real estate law firm in Massachusetts where he advised corporate and individual clients in commercial and residential transactions. As a part of his transactional work, Ian appeared in front of local permitting and licensing boards to obtain municipal approvals of cannabis and liquor licenses. Ian also specialized in title curative matters, which involved litigating title disputes across Massachusetts.

        While in law school, Ian was a legal extern at The Nature Conservancy, where he worked on a variety of environmental matters, including hydroelectric policy in Mexico, protected coastal habitat on Long Island and land conservation strategies for corporate landowners.

        While not in the office, you can find Ian trail running, snowboarding or tinkering with his latest homebrew recipe.

        Services/Industries

        Education

        • Vermont Law School (J.D., cum laude)
          • Staff Editor, Vermont Law Review
          • Teaching Assistant, Natural Resources Law
        • Hofstra University (B.S., cum laude)

        Public Service

        • Director; Chair of Land Acquisition Committee – Old Colony Habitat for Humanity

        Bar Admissions

        • Maine
        • Massachusetts
        • Rhode Island
        Events
        When: May 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
        Location: Webinar

        Firm Highlights

        Blog

        What is a Bonus for Purposes of ERISA?

        An ongoing dispute about a Department of Labor advisory opinion published last September raises a basic but unanswered question under the ERISA: What...
        Media Mentions

        Verrill Recognized by WMTW for Partnership Supporting Hunger Relief in Maine

        Verrill was recently featured in coverage by WMTW News 8 for its role in a collaborative effort to combat food insecurity across southern...
        Press Releases

        33 Verrill Attorneys, Across Four Offices, Recognized in the 2026 Chambers USA Guide

        BOSTON, Massachusetts, PORTLAND, Maine, WESTPORT, Connecticut, and WASHINGTON, D.C. – Verrill has been recognized as a Leading Firm in 14...
        Blog

        Will the Knicks Beat the Spurs? (Are Prediction Market Event Contracts Gambling?)

        For those of you who like to keep score, currently 18 states are engaged in litigation over prediction markets, such as Kalshi and Polymarket,...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        DOJ Announces Faster Review and Enhanced Enforcement for Benefits-Fraud FCA Matters

        On May 27, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Division issued a new memorandum, “Accelerating Review and Enhancing Enforcement in...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        DOJ Announces Minnesota Health Care Fraud Takedown; Signals Intensified Medicaid Enforcement Nationwide

        On May 21, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced a first-of-its kind Minnesota Health Care Fraud Takedown charging 15 defendants, including...
        Media Mentions

        Lauren Galvin Quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on Arbitration and Anti-SLAPP Protections

        Verrill Partner Lauren Galvin was recently featured in a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly article highlighting a notable Superior Court decision...
        Blog

        Section 530A Accounts: What Employers Should Consider Before Offering Contributions to “Trump” Accounts

        Section 530A accounts, commonly referred to as Trump accounts, have attracted attention since the enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in...
        Blog

        Navigating PBM Reform: Regulatory Changes, Market Shifts, and Practical Guidance for ERISA Fiduciaries

        Pharmacy Benefit Manager (“PBM”) arrangements have long relied on rebates with limited transparency into true drug costs. Recent regulatory and...
        Blog

        DOL’s Proposed Regulation on Selecting Alternative Investments: Broad Implications for 401(k) and 403(b) Plan Fiduciaries

        On March 30, 2026, the Department of Labor issued a proposed regulation purporting to implement an executive order to expand access to “alternative...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Welcomes Private Clients & Fiduciary Services Attorney Gracie Castle

        BOSTON, Massachusetts – Verrill is pleased to welcome Gracie Castle to the firm’s Private Clients & Fiduciary Services Group as an Associate,...
        Published Works

        Francesco De Vito Authors Article in the Journal of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys

        Verrill Partner Frank De Vito authored an article featured in the Spring 2026 issue of The Abstract, the journal of the American College of Mortgage...