Lando & Anastasi, LLP Mourns the Passing of Partner Thomas M. Sullivan
BOSTON, MA — Lando & Anastasi, LLP (L&A) announces with great sadness the passing of Partner Thomas M. Sullivan, a respected intellectual property attorney, longtime law firm leader, mentor, educator, and friend.
Tom was one of L&A’s original partners and, over the course of 23 years with the firm, played an important role in shaping L&A and its culture. He served in numerous leadership positions throughout his tenure and was widely respected by his colleagues for his thoughtful perspective, sound judgment, and passion he brought to the firm.
Before entering the practice of law, Tom worked as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer at Raytheon Company, where he contributed to communications and missile defense systems for the U.S. Department of Defense. His engineering background shaped his approach to intellectual property law, and he became a trusted advisor to some of the firm’s largest and most longstanding clients, helping them build and protect their patent portfolios over many years.
Tom was also deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of lawyers and business leaders. He maintained a strong connection to his alma mater, Suffolk University, where he earned his J.D., cum laude. He later served as an instructor at the Sawyer Business School and was active in several university advisory roles. In 2017, Suffolk University Law School honored him with the McDermott Alumni Award for his contributions to the law school community.
Whether teaching students, mentoring younger attorneys, counseling entrepreneurs, or supporting colleagues, Tom enthusiastically shared his time and experience. He cared deeply about helping others develop professionally and took particular pride in seeing those around him succeed.
Tom also contributed greatly to the broader legal community in Boston. He served for several years as Vice Chair of the City Year Legal Community Annual Breakfast and was a longtime member of the Boston Intellectual Property Law Association.
“Tom’s impact on L&A extends far beyond his professional accomplishments,” said Partner Keith F. Noe. “For more than two decades, Tom helped shape who we are as a firm. He was a thoughtful leader, a generous mentor, and a trusted friend to so many of us. He will be deeply missed.”
Tom leaves an enduring legacy at L&A and among the many clients, colleagues, students, entrepreneurs, and members of the legal community whose lives and careers he touched. His intellect, generosity, curiosity, and commitment to others will remain an important part of the firm he helped build.
The entire L&A community extends its deepest condolences to Tom’s family, friends, colleagues, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
