Two Promotions Strengthen Philanthropic Advisory Team

September 14, 2026

Hemenway & Barnes is pleased to announce the promotions of two members of its Philanthropic Advisory team, reflecting the firm's commitment to building a highly experienced team that serves private foundations, trusts, individuals, families, and other entities.

Jessica Coakley has been promoted to Senior Philanthropic Advisor in recognition of her increasing leadership within the practice and broader philanthropic community. As a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® and a 21/64 Certified Advisor, Jessica specializes in guiding clients to thoughtfully integrate charitable giving into their broader financial, estate, and legacy plans.

Elizabeth Quartararo has been promoted to Philanthropic Advisor, reflecting her growing role in helping clients advance their philanthropic planning and charitable giving goals. Elizabeth works with clients to refine and implement charitable giving strategies, review grant applications, and monitor and evaluate grant outcomes.

As one of the first Boston-based law firms to develop dedicated nonprofit and philanthropic advisory practices, Hemenway & Barnes continues to invest in the expertise, leadership, and continuity needed to serve clients for generations. As charitable giving continues to evolve, the firm remains focused on providing strategic, thoughtful guidance at every stage of a client's philanthropic journey.

Jessica W. Coakley

Jessica Coakley works with individuals, families, charitable trusts and foundations to provide a range of philanthropic and client services.

Elizabeth Quartararo

Elizabeth Quartararo is a Philanthropic Advisor at Hemenway & Barnes, working with individual and family clients, charitable trusts, and foundations on charitable planning and grantmaking.

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