Lauletta Birnbaum has acquired Philadelphia-based litigation boutique Harty Williams, strengthening its capabilities in complex commercial disputes and expanding its national litigation platform.
The transaction brings veteran trial attorneys Thomas S. Harty and John B. Williams to Lauletta Birnbaum, adding decades of combined experience in high-stakes litigation matters. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Founded in 2016, Harty Williams has built a reputation representing individuals and businesses in complex disputes, including commercial litigation, defamation, real estate matters, contract disputes and other high-stakes cases across state and federal courts in the United States. The firm has operated out of Philadelphia with additional presence in Haddonfield, Doylestown, and Washington, D.C.
Lauletta Birnbaum said the acquisition enhances its ability to handle sophisticated legal matters across a range of areas, including business, securities, copyright, estate and shareholder disputes. The firm is positioning itself to meet increasing client demand for comprehensive litigation services on a national scale.
The move reflects a broader strategy by Lauletta Birnbaum to invest in top-tier trial talent and deepen its bench of courtroom experience. By integrating Harty Williams’ attorneys and expertise, the firm aims to further strengthen its ability to take complex matters through trial and verdict.
Based in Sewell, New Jersey, Lauletta Birnbaum provides legal services across business and corporate law, commercial and complex litigation, intellectual property and real estate. The firm also serves as outside general counsel to companies across a variety of industries and maintains additional offices in Hammonton and Philadelphia.
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“Litigation is an increasingly critical component of our clients’ business strategy. We are intentionally building a premier litigation team capable of handling complex commercial and employment disputes at every stage. Tom and John are proven courtroom advocates who immediately elevate our capabilities. This strategic move reflects the firm’s ongoing investment in top-tier trial talent and its commitment to providing comprehensive legal services.”
Frank Lauletta, Founder And Attorney, Lauletta Birnbaum
