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Toledo firms Marshall & Melhorn and RCO Law to merge as Marshall Curphey
Northwest Ohio law firms Marshall & Melhorn and RCO Law, formerly Robison, Curphey & O'Connell, will merge and operate as Marshall Curphey from January 1, 2027, according to a firm announcement published October 13, 2026 and reported by The Blade. The firms said the combination expands their resources and expertise while allowing more focused investment in technology and operations.
Announcement (106.3 The Fox) → · The Blade
Key points
- The firms will adopt the Marshall Curphey name on January 1, 2027.106.3 The FoxThe Blade
- Both firms trace more than 150 years of history in northwest Ohio; RCO Law was formerly Robison, Curphey & O'Connell.106.3 The Fox
- A six-lawyer managing partner committee, three from each firm, is leading the transition, with Marshall & Melhorn chief operating officer Kathleen Krueger.106.3 The Fox
- The firms cited expanded resources and expertise and more focused investments in technology and operations.106.3 The Fox
- RCO managing partner Peter Lavalette said the combined firm will be stronger and better positioned to serve clients.106.3 The Fox
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