Shepard O’Donnell, one of the top asbestos personal injury law firms in Massachusetts for 25 years, announces that Mackenzie T. Hoglund has joined the firm as an associate attorney.  Working closely with the Shepard O’Donnell team, Hoglund will focus on toxic tort litigation, fighting for victims of mesothelioma, asbestos exposure, tobacco, hazardous products, defective medical implants and dangerous medications.

Hoglund earned his J.D. from Roger Williams University School of Law in 2023 and a B.S. from Stonehill College in 2020. He was admitted to the Massachusetts Bar in July of 2023 with a score recognizing him for all UBE Jurisdictions. 

“We are delighted to welcome Mackenzie to the firm,” said Shepard O’Donnell Partner Michael Shepard. “He is eager to advocate for victim’s rights and demonstrates an aptitude for complex litigation. We look forward to working with him on toxic tort cases as we help our clients find justice.”

While in law school, Hoglund worked closely with the Business Start-Up Clinic, where he partnered with start-up companies and entrepreneurs to address a variety of legal concerns. Additionally, he participated in the Pro Bono Collaborative Eviction Help Desk and the USPTO Law School Clinic Certification program.