If you are on Long Island and read the story, it happened Sunday afternoon at the pool at Syosset-Woodbury Park. 44 years old and in his prime, leaving his wife and two children. A tragic ending to the life of a colleague and friend. A smart, generous person who knew how to connect with people; not to mention, a really good lawyer.

I know that those of you reading my blog who knew Jonathan Sobel are nodding in agreement.

There isn’t much else that I can write about tonight. I spent a good part of the day talking to colleagues and friends about this tragedy and frankly, it is a little surreal to be planning to attend this funeral tomorrow.

[And since I am on this very sad topic, I must also extend heartfelt condolences to Gotham members Jeff Goldberg and Bob Sommerfield who both lost their wives this week. Hoping that having Gotham family around you brings some comfort.]