Law firms grow with new offices, partners

Several Richmond-based law firms are increasing their headcounts with moves here in town and across the country.

Local law giant McGuireWoods has added a new partner and another office to its Los Angeles operation by merging with specialty litigation practice Integer Law Corp.

The deal has been in the works for several months and became effective April 1, said Terry Bagley, head of McGuireWood’s litigation practice. Four attorneys came over from Integer as part of the deal, including new partner Greg Evans.

“Several of our lawyers had had cases with Greg over the years and had developed a relationship with him and were extremely impressed with his capabilities,” Bagley said. “It’s sometimes difficult to find the right fit, but Greg is clearly the right fit.

He’s not only a great lawyer; he’s a great person.”
McGuireWoods’ new office is in downtown L.A., and the firm’s other location, which employs 63 lawyers, is located in nearby Century City. This newest office is the firm’s 21st worldwide.