CohnReznick announced the strategic acquisition of Houston-based Ham, Langston, & Brezina, effective July 1, 2026. The acquisition expands CohnReznick’s presence in Texas and adds three offices in the Houston market.
HL&B brings 12 partners and 87 employees to CohnReznick. The firm has experience across energy, financial services, construction, non-profit organizations, and benefit plans.
CohnReznick said the combination creates a significant growth opportunity for the combined organization in the greater Houston marketplace. The firm plans to leverage its advisory, assurance, and tax resources across sectors including real estate, private equity, financial services, technology, consumer, and manufacturing.
CohnReznick already has a presence in Texas through offices in Dallas and Austin. It also has a Houston-based team focused on state government projects.
The acquisition follows several expansion moves CohnReznick has made over the past year. The firm recently opened offices in Minneapolis, San Francisco, Tampa, Denver, Tallahassee, and Richmond.
CohnReznick said it has been investing in both organic growth and selective M&A opportunities. The firm said these strategies have been accelerated by its partnership with Apax Funds.
The addition of HL&B strengthens CohnReznick’s local relationships and industry depth in Houston. The combined platform is expected to support clients across Texas while creating new growth and development opportunities for employees.
CohnReznick provides assurance, advisory, and tax services through associated firms operating under the CohnReznick brand. The firm has offices nationwide and serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.
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“Joining CohnReznick represents an exciting new chapter for our firm, our people, and our clients. We’ve built a strong reputation serving the Houston market, and by combining our deep local relationships with CohnReznick’s national platform and expanded resources, we are even better positioned to help our clients navigate complexity and seize new opportunities, while creating new growth and development opportunities for our talented team.”
Rob Brezina, Managing Partner of HL&B
“HL&B’s strong talent, great client relationships, and industry depth complement our existing capabilities and will accelerate our ability to meet the needs of clients across Texas. This combination advances our strategic growth in Houston, a key market for our firm, and expands our capabilities in energy, financial services, and real estate. Together, we are building a stronger, more connected platform to serve clients and drive long-term value.”
David Kessler, CEO of CohnReznick Advisory
“CohnReznick has demonstrated a clear commitment to expanding in high growth markets such as Houston, and the addition of HL&B enhances both its geographic footprint and industry expertise. It’s a compelling move that positions the combined organization for continued success.”
Allan D. Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group
