With more than 450 lawyers and professionals in 16 offices in nine states and the District of Columbia, the merger will substantially enhance Clark Hill’s ability to serve their clients throughout the country and beyond, a statement said. The company said that the merger 'significantly strengthened the firm’s depth of legal resources in a wide array of practices and industries, especially litigation'.

'Distinguished reputation'

‘MPP mirrors Clark Hill’s values and puts client needs first. MPP has a distinguished reputation, an outstanding group of clients, and lawyers in important business centres such as LA, San Francisco, San Diego and Las Vegas. We are delighted that our firms are coming together,’ said John Hern, CEO of Clark Hill PLC. ‘MPP’s local and national reputation for handling challenging, high-profile cases and their prestigious record will strengthen our firm and our commitment to client value and excellence.’

'Considerable success'

‘Our respective firms have enjoyed considerable success in recent years,’ added Donald J Ridge, the managing partner of MPP. ‘This combination will put us in a stronger position to meet the needs of our clients throughout the country and address their business and legal challenges. We are excited to move forward.’

Firm profile

Clark Hill PLC provides solutions to a diverse range of businesses, public entities and individuals both nationally and internationally.