In a powerful move that cements its growing dominance across the Midwest, Cozen O’Connor LLP announced Monday it will merge with Minneapolis-based Moss & Barnett, a storied law firm with more than a century of legacy. The combination, effective January 2026, will add over 50 attorneys to Cozen’s ranks — pushing its total headcount past 1,000 lawyers worldwide.
The boards and shareholders of both firms have approved the deal, marking a strategic leap for Cozen O’Connor, founded in Philadelphia and known for its steady nationwide expansion.
“This combination advances our commitment to deepen our presence across the Midwest, a strategically important region for the firm and our clients,” said Michael J. Heller, Cozen O’Connor’s chairman and CEO.
A Decade-Long Vision Realized
The union between the two firms was a decade in the making. Discussions of a potential merger first surfaced around 2013, when Cozen opened its Minneapolis office. But the timing wasn’t right — until now.
“When we resumed these discussions recently, we were immediately reminded of our many shared cultural and practice synergies that have contributed to each firm’s success,” Heller explained.
The merger now rekindles that vision, merging Moss & Barnett’s deep Minnesota market presence with Cozen’s national platform and client network.
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