Cuddy + Feder LLP is pleased to welcome Clara Cusanelli and Sofia Puff as members of the Firm’s 2026 Summer Associate Class. Both are rising third-year law students at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University.
Clara Cusanelli has distinguished herself at Pace through her involvement with the Land Use Law Center, Pace International Law Review, and the Pace Energy and Climate Center. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Seton Hall University.
Sofia Puff joins the Firm with experience spanning litigation, corporate, and estate planning matters. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Business from Penn State University.
Through Cuddy + Feder’s Summer Associate Program, law students gain meaningful, hands-on experience across a broad range of practice areas. Summer associates work closely with attorneys at every level of the Firm, from senior partners to junior associates, providing valuable exposure to both the practice of law and the Firm’s collaborative culture.
The program is designed to foster professional growth through substantive legal work, mentorship, and ongoing feedback, ensuring participants develop practical skills and a deeper understanding of client service in today’s dynamic legal environment.