Dentons announced that Aaron W. Marcus has been named Louisville Office Managing Partner, effective April 1, 2026.
Marcus joined the firm in 2017 and focuses his practice on business litigation and management-side employment law. His experience spans matters involving Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, wage and hour laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. He also serves as outside counsel to employers on day-to-day employment issues, including employee discipline, FMLA leave, ADA processes, and executive employment contracts.
In addition to his legal practice, Marcus has held several leadership roles within the firm, including participation on local and global committees focused on culture and engagement.
He succeeds James R. Irving, who has led the Louisville office since June 2017. Irving will continue serving as co-chair of the firm’s US Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy practice.
The leadership transition follows a period of growth for the Louisville office, including its integration into Dentons and navigation through the global pandemic under Irving’s tenure.
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“I am honored to be named Office Managing Partner and work alongside our talented team in Louisville to deliver excellent client service. I am eager to work with my colleagues to identify opportunities to serve our clients at the highest level and continue to be a leading law firm in Louisville.”
Aaron W. Marcus, Partner at Dentons
“Jim Irving did a tremendous job leading our Louisville office through our combination with Dentons in 2020 and the global pandemic, which is reflected in the office’s continued growth under his leadership. We are grateful for Jim’s commitment to our clients and our Firm over the last nine years. We are thrilled to have Aaron lead our Louisville office. Aaron brings a strategic, client-focused mindset that will continue the Firm’s success under Jim’s leadership.”
Keith Bice, Managing Partner at Dentons
