AmLaw 200 firm Michael Best and Allen Vellone Wolf Helfrich & Factor P.C., announced plans to formally combine effective October 1. The strategic combination marks a milestone in Michael Best’s expansion in the Denver legal market and strengthens the firm’s national litigation and bankruptcy capabilities. “Michael Best’s growth strategy has been concentrated on identifying opportunities in high-growth markets and recruiting exceptional legal talent who share the firm’s dedication to providing superior client service through a culture of teamwork, accountability, and attention to the business goals of our clients,” said David Krutz, Managing Partner of Michael Best. “The team from Allen Vellone not only fits our growth objectives but enhances our presence in Denver and further strengthens our firm’s national platform.” Through the combination, Michael Best welcomes 26 professionals from Allen Vellone, including 7 partners, 8 attorneys, and 11 professional staff. The addition reinforces Michael Best’s commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and positions the firm for continued growth and success in the Rocky Mountain region.
About Michael Best & Friedrich LLP Michael Best is a leading law firm, providing a full range of legal services to clients around the world. The firm has more than 400 legal professionals, including more than 325 attorneys, serving clients in 18 offices across the U.S. in California; Colorado; Illinois; North Carolina; Texas; Utah; Washington, D.C.; and Wisconsin. Michael Best’s areas of practice include: intellectual property; labor and employment relations (including employee benefits); litigation; corporate; government relations, political law, and public policy; privacy and cybersecurity; real estate; regulatory; tax; and wealth planning. The firm serves a variety of industries, such as advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, banking, and financial services, digital technology, energy, food and beverage, healthcare, higher education, and life sciences. For more information, visit michaelbest.com.