CINCINNATI — Taft Stettinius & Hollister is set to expand significantly with its upcoming merger with Morris, Manning & Martin, which will add more than 100 attorneys to its ranks. The announcement was made on Monday, detailing plans for the merger to take effect on December 31.
Following the merger, Taft will boast a total of over 1,200 lawyers across 25 offices, as stated in a press release dated August 11. This growth is coupled with a projected combined revenue exceeding $1 billion.
The merger represents a strategic move for the Atlanta-based Morris Manning, which has faced challenges in recent years, losing nearly half of its workforce to larger firms expanding in the Southeastern market. According to Bloomberg Law, this merger serves as a critical opportunity for Morris Manning to regain its footing in a competitive landscape.
Once the merger is finalized, both firms will operate under a shared brand in the cities of Atlanta and Washington, D.C. This transitional branding aims to enhance Taft’s visibility and establish its presence in these key markets.
Robert Hicks, Taft’s managing partner, emphasized the firm’s initial concerns surrounding the retention of top talent from Morris Manning. However, he expressed confidence that the remaining attorneys are committed and integral to the firm’s future success, stating there is “zero doubt” about the merger’s potential.
In 2025 alone, Taft completed two additional mergers, incorporating the Florida-based boutique firm Mrachek Law and Sherman & Howard from Denver. These strategic alliances have significantly contributed to Taft’s rapid growth trajectory.
Taft has emerged as one of the fastest-growing firms in the Am Law 100, highlighting its impressive statistics: since 2017, the firm’s attorney count has surged by over 300%, while revenues have skyrocketed by more than 500%, as per the firm’s announcement.
This latest merger marks a pivotal moment in Taft’s development, as it continues to position itself as a leader in the legal industry, adapting to the evolving demands of the market.
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