What's Happening?
Morgan Lewis has announced the hiring of two new partners, Michael Edney and James La Rocca, from Hunton. Edney will be based in Washington, DC, while La Rocca will operate out of New York. Edney specializes in white collar defense, regulatory enforcement,
and complex commercial litigation, representing executives and corporations in criminal prosecutions and agency enforcement actions. He also challenges government regulations on constitutional and administrative law grounds. La Rocca focuses on labor law and employment litigation, advising employers on union organizing campaigns and proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board, as well as negotiating and administering collective bargaining agreements.
Why It's Important?
The addition of Edney and La Rocca to Morgan Lewis strengthens the firm's capabilities in key practice areas such as white collar defense and labor law. This move is part of a broader trend of law firms expanding their expertise and geographic reach by acquiring top talent from competitors. For Morgan Lewis, these hires enhance its ability to serve clients facing complex legal challenges in regulatory and labor matters. The firm's strategic growth through lateral hires reflects its commitment to providing comprehensive legal services and maintaining a competitive edge in the legal market. This development may prompt other firms to similarly bolster their teams to address evolving client needs.
