Newest Partners add depth to the Firm’s bench in Philadelphia and New York
New York, NY – November 2, 2026 – Pierson Ferdinand LLP (“PierFerd” or the “Firm”) welcomed two (2) new Partners in October 2026 in its Corporate Department.
The additions continue to demonstrate PierFerd’s model for delivering sophisticated legal services in a Partner-only, distributed structure that attracts experienced lawyers and allows them to practice law in ways that focus directly on client needs. PierFerd leverages a proper technology stack backed by the strength of a law firm with more than 300 Partners across the United States and globally.
Kim Detwiler joins in Philadelphia as a Partner in the Corporate Department, where she advises clients responding to cyber incidents, including ransomware attacks and wire fraud. A former United States Secret Service Supervisory Special Agent, she has prior experience working directly with multiple levels of law enforcement, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, and the United States Department of Justice Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section.
Prior to joining PierFerd, Kim practiced at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP. She earned a B.S. from Shippensburg University, an M.S. from St. Joseph’s University, and a J.D., cum laude, from the Widener University School of Law. She is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
John Busey Wood joins in New York as a Partner in the Corporate Department, where he brings more than 45 years’ experience advising public and private companies on real estate matters, including acquisitions, facilities management, construction and development, commercial, hospitality, retail, and ground leasing, commercial property management, and brokerage.
Prior to joining PierFerd, John was a partner at Akerman LLP. He earned a B.B.A. from Washburn University, an M.B.A. from the University of Kansas, and a J.D. from Washburn University School of Law. A Certified Public Accountant, he is licensed to practice in Kansas and New York.
About PierFerd
Pierson Ferdinand LLP is an international law firm serving clients globally from 25+ markets. Its 300+ Partners practice in 90+ areas of law, including corporate, M&A, securities, employment and executive compensation, intellectual property, litigation, private clients & estates, and tax. Its Partners bring significant experience from leading law firms, corporate legal departments, and government.[1]
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[1] In London, the firm operates as Pierson Ferdinand UK LLP, a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales with registered number OC449880. It is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with registered number 8006801. Pierson Ferdinand UK is connected with its affiliate in the United States, Pierson Ferdinand LLP, although they are two separate legal entities.
The word “partner” denotes a member of Pierson Ferdinand UK or an employee or consultant with equivalent standing and qualifications.
