Whiteford Hired Six Partners for New York Office
The firm added a group of partners from Lazare Potter Glazer & Moyle to its growing New York legal practice.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in People
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Law firm Whiteford, Taylor & Preston has expanded its New York City presence by hiring six partners from Lazare Potter Glazer & Moyle LLP. This group move increases the total headcount in the firm's New York office to more than two dozen attorneys.
Why it matters
The firm is strategically bolstering its commercial, securities, employment, and corporate capabilities in the competitive New York legal market. Integrating these established partners allows the firm to enhance its cross-border transaction and litigation service offerings.
The firm added six partners to its roster, increasing the total attorney headcount in New York to more than 24. These attorneys currently operate out of 444 Madison Avenue.
The players
Whiteford, Taylor & Preston
This is a full-service law firm that provides legal counsel to clients across a wide range of corporate and litigation practice areas.
Lazare Potter Glazer & Moyle LLP
This is a legal practice from which the six incoming partners were recruited to join the Whiteford firm.
The details
The new partners joined the firm as a single group and have been integrated into established practice areas including commercial litigation, employment law, and cross-border transactions. The firm currently operates at 444 Madison Avenue but has already scheduled a move to a new office at 535 Madison Avenue for early 2027.
Timeline
Six new partners joined the Whiteford New York office on October 1, 2026.
The New York office is scheduled to move to 535 Madison Avenue in early 2027.
Market Landscape
This expansion follows the 2026 consolidation trends in the Am Law 200 firm rankings, marking a move toward larger regional footprints. By acquiring established partner groups, the firm is positioning itself to compete more aggressively for high-value corporate mandates in the New York corridor.
Clients seeking legal representation in commercial litigation or cross-border transactions may see an expanded range of expertise available within the firm. The increase in staff size generally correlates with broader availability for handling complex corporate cases.
The takeaway
Large law firms often utilize group hires to quickly scale their capabilities in competitive markets like New York. This strategy allows firms to secure immediate expertise in specialized legal areas rather than building practices from the ground up.
What happens next
The firm is scheduled to relocate its New York operations to 535 Madison Avenue in early 2027.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest professional moves in the People section.
More information
For more details on the firm's practice areas and leadership, visit the firm website.
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