In a strategic move designed to bolster its intellectual property capabilities, McCarter & English has announced a combination with Harrington & Smith, a boutique firm in Connecticut specializing in intellectual property law. This addition brings six experienced IP lawyers into the fold, including Mark Harrington, Wayne Grohs, and Robert Mauri, who will operate out of McCarter & English’s Hartford, Connecticut office. For more details, please refer to the original article.
McCarter & English’s strategic focus on engineering-focused high tech work differentiates its current growth plan. Jonathan Sparks, chair of the firm’s IP practice, highlighted that historically the largest portion of the firm’s IP group has been based in Boston, indicating a shift towards diversifying their geographic and technical prowess.
This merger is part of a broader trend of law firms strengthening their IP practices amidst increasing demand for specialized legal services in the New England area. The influx of over 30 lawyers to McCarter & English’s ranks in recent weeks underscores a significant growth phase for the firm, as it continues to compete in a market showing robust interest from big law players.