Leggat McCall Properties, L.P., Boston, has named Meredith Despins vice president. He responsibilities include increasing Leggat McCall Properties’ visibility as an owner and operator of commercial and industrial properties in the eastern U.S. Prior to joining the firm, Despins held a number of positions with Aetna Life & Casualty in Hartford. Most recently, she was an investment officer for Aetna Realty Advisors.