ALBANY, N.Y. (January 27, 2016) – On Wednesday evening, Attorney Robert H. Coughlin, Jr., of counsel to Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C., was presented with the District Representative of the Year award by the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA) Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section (TICL). The presentation took place at the Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section and Trial Lawyers Section Reception and Dinner during the NYSBA’s 140th Annual Meeting in New York City.

This award recognizes Mr. Coughlin’s work as one of the District Representatives for the Fourth Judicial District. A 32-year member of the NYSBA, Mr. Coughlin has serviced the TICL Section extensively since becoming involved.  His various leadership roles include serving as Chair (2014-2015), Vice Chair (2013-2014), Secretary (2012-2013), Chair of Membership Committee (2005-2012), and Chair of Committee of Laws and Practices (1987-2005).

Mr. Coughlin is a trial attorney practicing in the area of civil litigation with a focus on commercial litigation, personal injury and insurance matters.