Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin P.C. named Legacy Law Firm
SPRINGFIELD — Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin P.C. has been named a 2026 “Legacy” Law Firm by Mass Lawyers Weekly, recognizing firms that have been in practice for 25 years or more and have demonstrated a sustained commitment to serving their communities.
Founded in 1969, Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin P.C. has grown into a 19-attorney firm serving individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits throughout western New England and eastern New York State. The firm has offices in Springfield, Northampton and Albany.
Mass Lawyers Weekly’s second annual “In the Lead: Legacy Law Firms” recognizes law firms that have remained successful through economic changes, technological advances and shifts in the legal profession while maintaining a commitment to client service.
“We are honored to be recognized as a Legacy Law Firm,” attorney Michael Fenton, a shareholder at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin P.C., said in a statement. “Our firm has always focused on providing thoughtful, practical legal counsel while building lasting relationships with our clients and the communities we serve. This recognition reflects the dedication of the lawyers and staff who have helped the firm grow and evolve over more than five decades.”
The firm provides legal services in areas such as business organizations, estate planning, elder law, commercial and tax-exempt finance, real estate and land use, litigation, bankruptcy, nonprofits, special education, and trust and estate litigation.
Greenfield Cooperative Bank participating in #BanksNeverAskThat campaign
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank has joined the American Bankers Association and banks across the nation in participating in the 2026 #BanksNeverAskThat campaign, an industry-wide effort to educate consumers about the growing threat of scams.
Nearly three in four Americans have experienced a scam or fraud attempt, according to a 2026 House Financial Services Committee report on financial fraud and scams. Those schemes are taking an enormous financial toll. A 2026 Gallup survey found that scams resulted in an estimated $68 billion in losses.
“Scammers are constantly adapting their tactics, but many fraud attempts continue to start with the same warning signs,” Paul Benda, executive vice president for risk, fraud and cybersecurity at the American Bankers Association, said in a statement. “Unexpected contact, urgent demands, pressure to move money and instructions to keep the situation secret are all red flags that should give consumers pause. When people know what to look for, they can often stop scams before they start. Raising awareness of those warning signs is one of the most effective ways banks like Greenfield Cooperative Bank can help consumers protect themselves from fraud.”
For more information about scams and how to protect yourself and your money, visit BanksNeverAskThat.com.
Greenfield Savings Bank partnership teaches children and teens money management skills
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Savings Bank has announced a partnership with Greenlight Financial Technology Inc. that will provide customers with new tools to help children and teens build lifelong money management skills.
Because financial education is not consistently taught in schools, many families look for ways to help children build confidence with money. By providing access to tools that encourage real-world learning, Greenfield Savings Bank is helping parents reinforce key financial concepts at home and prepare the next generation for financial success.
To support those conversations at home, Greenfield Savings Bank is offering customers complimentary access to Greenlight, a family-focused financial education platform with a debit card and app that helps children and teens learn real-world money skills. Through hands-on experiences with earning, saving, spending and giving, families can start conversations about money while parents stay actively involved in guiding financial decisions. The platform also includes an interactive financial literacy experience designed to build money skills through educational challenges and rewards.
“Financial habits begin early,” Peter Albero, president and CEO of Greenfield Savings Bank, said in a statement. “By providing Greenlight at no cost to our customers, we’re helping families build the knowledge and confidence children need to make smart financial decisions for life.”
Greenfield Savings Bank customers can access Greenlight’s SELECT plan at no cost by enrolling at greenfieldsavings.com/personal/greenlight and linking a Greenfield Savings Bank account. (Signing up is subject to minimum balance requirements and identity verification. Upgrades will result in additional fees.)
District attorney honored with Leadership in Wellbeing Excellence Award
NORTHAMPTON — Northwestern District Attorney David Sullivan was recently honored by Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers Inc. with the Leadership in Wellbeing Excellence Award during the organization’s annual James A. Brink Dinner at the Harvard Club in Boston.
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers is a Massachusetts nonprofit dedicated to promoting well-being and resilience within the legal community.
The Leadership in Wellbeing Excellence Award recognizes leaders within the Massachusetts legal community who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to advancing employee well-being, psychological safety and a healthy workplace culture within their organizations.
Sullivan accepted the award and thanked Cynthia Von Flatern, chief of the Northwestern District Attorney’s Office Appellate Unit, and Emily O’Neil, director of the Victim Witness Unit, who co-chair the Office’s Health & Wellness Committee. The Health & Wellness Committee works to promote a healthy, supportive workplace by developing programs and initiatives that encourage employee well-being, strengthen connections among staff, and provide resources and opportunities for employees to prioritize their physical and mental health.
“I am honored to receive this recognition, but this award is really a reflection of the commitment of the people throughout our office who understand that supporting one another and creating a healthy workplace makes us stronger as an organization,” Sullivan said in a statement. “I am particularly grateful to Cynthia and Emily for their leadership of our Health & Wellness Committee and for the work they do to make employee well-being a priority.”
Bank to host small business workshop on AI, financial insights
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank will host and co-sponsor a small business workshop, “Know Your Numbers: AI as Your Financial Thinking Partner,” on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the bank’s main office at 63 Federal St.
The workshop will help small business owners better understand their finances and explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can help them make more informed decisions. The workshop will walk attendees through real-world financial scenarios using a fictional company similar to their own, demonstrating how to ask AI the right questions to uncover business strengths, spot potential warning signs and identify opportunities for improvement.
No accounting experience, financial background or spreadsheet preparation is required. Attendees will learn practical ways to use AI as a tool for financial thinking and gain a better understanding of the insights that can be found in their business numbers.
“Small business owners have a lot on their plates, and taking the time to understand their financials can be tough when trying to also manage day-to-day operations,” Chelsea Depault, vice president of commercial and municipal lending, said in a statement. “We’re happy to help bring resources like this to the local business community.”
Space is limited to 10 attendees. Visit GreenfieldCoopBank.com/events for more information and to register.