Morrison Foerster has announced the promotion of 17 attorneys to its partnership, effective January 1, 2026. This year’s cohort spans 13 practice groups, with a significant emphasis on the firm’s U.S. offices.
Eric McCrath, chair of Morrison Foerster, highlighted the new partners’ dedication to client service and professional excellence, expressing confidence in their future contributions to the firm’s success.
While the firm has not publicly disclosed the specific names and practice areas of the newly promoted partners, the announcement underscores Morrison Foerster’s commitment to nurturing talent across a diverse range of legal disciplines.
In comparison to the previous year, the firm promoted 21 lawyers to partner in 2025, reflecting a consistent investment in its internal talent pipeline. The 2025 class encompassed attorneys from 16 practice groups, indicating a broad-based approach to leadership development within the firm.
These promotions come amid a period of strategic growth for Morrison Foerster. In early 2025, the firm expanded its global antitrust and competition capabilities by adding Alexander Israel as a partner and chair of the European Competition Practice in the Brussels office. Israel’s arrival was part of a broader initiative to strengthen the firm’s presence in key international markets.
Additionally, the firm has demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion through initiatives like the Keith Wetmore 2L Fellowship for Excellence, Diversity, and Inclusion. This program aims to provide exceptional law students with the training, mentorship, and exposure necessary for their professional development, reflecting Morrison Foerster’s dedication to fostering a diverse legal community.
These developments highlight Morrison Foerster’s ongoing efforts to enhance its service offerings and reinforce its position as a leading global law firm.