Pierson Ferdinand LLP Adds Notable Partners in May; Surpassing 160 Partner Mark

PierFerd expands corporate and litigation practices, furthering the firm’s rapid trajectory

NEW YORK, June 3, 2024 — Pierson Ferdinand LLP (“PierFerd”), a technology-driven full-service law firm, proudly announces the addition of nine partners who joined in May 2024 from firms such as Troutman Pepper, Foley & Lardner, and Nixon Peabody. With their arrival, PierFerd reaches a new milestone of over 160 partners that have joined the firm since January 2024 across 80 practice areas including corporate, employment, litigation, media, entertainment, and intellectual property.

“We are delighted to welcome our newest partners from distinguished law firms across our corporate and litigation practices,” said Michael Pierson, PierFerd Co-Chairman. “Our commitment to innovation, collaboration and flexibility continues to drive top talent to our firm, strengthening PierFerd’s ability to deliver superior client solutions.”

PierFerd launched in January 2024 with an emphasis on a diverse partnership, technology-focused infrastructure and a client-centric model that redefines what a modern, elite law firm can be.

“This is a very exciting time for PierFerd as we continue our momentous expansion,” said Joel M. Ferdinand, PierFerd Co-Chairman. "The addition of these industry veterans will deepen our capabilities and add to our strong bench of talent.”

Partners who joined PierFerd in May are listed below:

  1. David Chidekel, Corporate

  2. Jay Coogan, Corporate

  3. John Goselin, Litigation

  4. John Gutkoski, Litigation

  5. Julia Lee Lucas, Corporate

  6. Kurt Mullen, Litigation

  7. Chip Presten, Corporate

  8. Denise Stevens, Corporate

  9. Liz Veys, Litigation

About Pierson Ferdinand LLP
Pierson Ferdinand LLP is an international law firm serving clients globally from over 20 markets. The firm’s 160+ partners have extensive experience practicing at top global law firms, including Am Law-ranked, regional and boutique law firms, experience in federal and state government, and senior in-house counsel roles. PierFerd’s partners practice in over 80 practice areas including corporate, employment, litigation, and intellectual property.

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Prosek Partners for Pierson Ferdinand
Contact: Michael Schutsky
646-818-9251
mschutsky@prosek.com

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