Mack & Mikullitz Law Firm Opened in Albany
Attorneys Barrett Mack and Kelly Mikullitz have merged their practices into a new firm located on Western Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Attorneys Barrett Mack and Kelly Mikullitz have officially launched a new law firm, Mack & Mikullitz, P.C., following a merger of their respective practices. The firm is now operating out of an office located at 1166 Western Ave. in Albany.
Why it matters
The merger was driven by significant growth at both previous firms. The partners consolidated their operations and staff to manage increasing client workloads more effectively.
The new firm employs 11 lawyers as part of its total staff of 17 employees. The partnership combines Barrett Mack's 12 years of experience leading a previous firm and Kelly Mikullitz's more than 20 years of legal practice.
The players
Barrett Mack
He is a founding partner of Mack & Mikullitz, P.C. and previously operated Mack and Associates, PLLC for 12 years.
Kelly Mikullitz
She is a founding partner of Mack & Mikullitz, P.C. with over 20 years of experience practicing law.
The details
The partners finalized their decision to merge after holding a planning event at the Desmond in Colonie. By combining their existing practices, the duo aims to streamline administrative tasks and improve service capacity.
Timeline
Merger negotiations between the two partners began in 2025.
The new firm's opening was reported on October 13, 2026.
Market Landscape
This merger follows the documented trend of consolidation among professional service firms seeking to scale operations. The partnership positions Mack & Mikullitz to compete for larger cases by centralizing staff and resources within the Albany market.
Clients of the two previous legal practices will now be served by the consolidated staff at the new Western Avenue office. The merger potentially offers broader legal resources for individuals and businesses seeking representation in the Albany area.
The takeaway
Merging established legal practices allows partners to pool administrative resources and handle more complex caseloads. Attorneys considering similar moves should ensure their long-term growth projections align with the increased operational complexity of a larger firm.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Times Union.
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