Harris Beach and Murtha Cullina, two prominent law firms with strong regional footholds, have announced plans to join forces.
The combination is aimed at offering a broader range of services across an expanded geographical footprint.
The newly formed entity, to be known as Harris Beach Murtha, will bring together the expertise of both firms to cater to the legal needs of clients in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and beyond. With Harris Beach’s established presence in New York and the Tri-State area, coupled with Murtha Cullina’s leadership in Connecticut and Massachusetts, the combined firm is poised to offer innovative and diverse services. One of Harris Beach’s New York locations is in Uniondale.
“This Harris Beach Murtha combination is an exciting, transformational move and proof of our investment in our clients,” Chris Jagel, CEO of Harris Beach, said. “Both firms have a long history of excellence and client-driven growth in our respective markets and are well-aligned culturally and with many of the same practice areas. The combination will enable us to extend our reach to provide even more diverse and innovative services and capabilities over a larger geographic footprint.”
The merger is expected to accelerate the growth strategies of both firms, providing clients with enhanced capabilities to navigate complex legal and regulatory environments. Harris Beach Murtha will boast a team of over 250 attorneys spread across 15 offices in multiple states, bringing together more than 250 years of combined legal experience.
“We are excited by this strategic opportunity to combine the strengths of our two firms, expanding our geographic reach, broadening the scope of our services, and deepening our bench of experienced attorneys to offer a more comprehensive suite of legal services to our clients,” Andy I. Corea, Murtha Cullina’s managing partner, said.
Both firms have committed to maintaining their independent operations until the combination is finalized. During this transition period Jagel and Corea will co-lead an interim advisory committee to ensure continued high-quality services for clients.
