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Catherine Mercer
Managing Partner
Corporate & M&A
22 years

Catherine founded Meridian's M&A practice and has led transactions totaling over $12 billion in deal value. Recognized annually by Chambers USA and The Legal 500, she is widely regarded as one of the most effective corporate attorneys in New York.

EDUCATION

Harvard Law School, J.D. · Yale University, B.A. Economics

NOTABLE WORK
Led $2.4B acquisition of TechVentures by Global Capital Partners
Restructured $800M debt portfolio for Apex Financial Group
Advised on 14 cross-border transactions in 2023
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James Rothwell
Senior Partner
Civil Litigation
18 years

James leads Meridian's litigation practice with a record of success in high-stakes commercial disputes. A former federal law clerk, he brings exceptional analytical rigor to every engagement and has argued before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.

EDUCATION

Columbia Law School, J.D. · Princeton University, B.A. Political Science

NOTABLE WORK
Won $180M verdict in landmark contract dispute
Defended Fortune 100 client in multi-jurisdiction class action
Appellate victories in 7 of 9 argued cases
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Amara Voss
Partner
Real Estate & Family Law
14 years

Amara brings a unique dual expertise in real estate and family law, making her particularly valuable to high-net-worth clients navigating property issues alongside personal matters. She is known for her calm judgment and creative problem-solving.

EDUCATION

NYU School of Law, J.D. · Cornell University, B.S. Urban Planning

NOTABLE WORK
Closed $340M mixed-use development financing
Resolved complex multi-jurisdiction estate dispute in 6 months
Recognized as 'Rising Star' by Super Lawyers for 5 consecutive years
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Daniel Lin
Associate Partner
IP & Employment
9 years

Daniel's technical background gives Meridian a significant edge in technology-related IP matters. He has successfully prosecuted over 200 patents and regularly advises leading technology companies on IP strategy, licensing, and enforcement.

EDUCATION

Stanford Law School, J.D. · MIT, B.S. Computer Science

NOTABLE WORK
Prosecuted 200+ patents across tech and biotech sectors
Negotiated $45M IP licensing portfolio for SaaS startup
Won landmark trade secret case establishing new precedent
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Sophia Park
Senior Associate
Corporate & Securities
7 years

Sophia specializes in securities regulation and capital markets, advising clients on public offerings, private placements, and SEC compliance. She joined Meridian from a leading investment bank, bringing rare transactional insight to her legal practice.

EDUCATION

Georgetown Law, J.D. · University of Pennsylvania, B.S. Finance

NOTABLE WORK
Advised on 6 IPOs with combined offering size of $1.8B
SEC enforcement defense — case resolved without action
Structured $200M private credit facility for emerging markets fund
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Marcus Okafor
Senior Associate
Employment & Labor
6 years

Marcus represents both employers and executives in employment disputes, with particular strength in discrimination and whistleblower matters. He is a sought-after speaker on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

EDUCATION

Howard University School of Law, J.D. · Morehouse College, B.A. Political Science

NOTABLE WORK
Obtained $12M settlement in EEOC discrimination matter
Defended technology company in nationwide class action
Published in Harvard Law Review on whistleblower protection
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