Annabel Rodriguez Quoted in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Tribute to Judge William Young

Verrill’s Annabel Rodriguez was featured for her remarks in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly‘s tribute to Judge William G. Young, commemorating his 40 years of service on the U.S. District Court.

Reflecting on her time as one of Judge Young’s law clerks, Annabel shared “it was a master class in how to become a well-rounded attorney. Judge Young taught us the law, how to write, how to think critically. But he also emphasized something just as important: respect—respect for our colleagues, respect for attorneys who appeared before him, and most importantly, for the parties in the courtroom,” she continued.

Speaking to his broader impact, Annabel noted: “Judge Young is a teacher, he is a mentor, he is a leader, and he is a role model for lawyers everywhere.”

The article highlights Judge Young’s enduring dedication to justice, his landmark cases, and his continued service across multiple districts—even at age 84.

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