Harrison LLP Expands Its Reach with a New Office and Elite Team in North Shore Chicago

Harrison LLP Expands Its Reach in Highland Park

Harrison LLP, a nationally recognized law firm specializing in private wealth planning, has proudly announced the opening of its new office in Highland Park, Illinois. This strategic expansion is marked by the addition of Michael A. Haber, a prominent attorney who leads a notable family law team including Partners Jennifer M. Cohen and Counsel Lauren Bernay, who joins from the former Kalcheim Haber Group. This move strengthens Harrison's existing capacity in family law, a critical area that often intertwines with its private wealth services.

The newly launched office officially opened its doors on June 2, 2025, at 89 Lincolnwood Road, providing enhanced accessibility for clients residing in the North Shore communities of Chicago. Michael A. Haber expressed his enthusiasm regarding the transition, stating, "This transition allows us to keep serving the families who've relied on us while giving them access to deeper resources." He elaborated on the need for a law firm that adequately navigates the complexities whereby family law issues frequently overlap with private wealth management aspects such as estate planning, trust administration, and charitable giving strategies.

Matthew J. Madsen, Managing Partner at Harrison LLP, remarked on this milestone, highlighting the firm's commitment to improving service delivery and expanding expertise reaching high-net-worth clients. He stated, "This expansion reflects not only our commitment to serving our clients with greater reach and deeper expertise, but also our confidence in the talented professionals who share our vision for excellence. Together, we're building a national private wealth law firm poised to address the comprehensive needs of high-net-worth families in managing, protecting, and transferring wealth across generations."

Recognized by industry peers and clients alike, Harrison LLP has garnered numerous accolades over the past two decades, recently ranking among the top private wealth law firms in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide for 2024, which stands as a premier legal ranking publication for the global private wealth domain. Additionally, the firm was honored in Best Lawyers' 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® in several key practice areas, including Trusts & Estates Law, Tax Law, and Family Law, showcasing its extensive expertise.

Notably, Harrison LLP boasts 16 Fellows of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, making it a leader in the field. The Fellows are selected based on their illustrious reputations, exceptional skills, and significant contributions to the legal profession, emphasizing the firm’s commitment to delivering high-quality service and thought leadership in private wealth management and estate planning.

Founded in 2003 in Chicago, Harrison LLP aims to deliver peace of mind through sophisticated legal counsel, guiding clients on defining and achieving their private wealth goals. With over 100 attorneys practicing in 11 offices including prominent cities like Atlanta, Boulder, Denver, St. Louis, and Washington D.C., the firm advises a diverse clientele including fiduciaries, families, and family offices on complexities surrounding estate planning, tax, and succession.

As the firm embarks on this new chapter with the opening of the Highland Park office, it continues to exemplify its aspirations to set benchmarks in private wealth law practice, and its strategic investments reflect optimism for future growth in serving high-net-worth families effectively.

For more information about Harrison LLP and its professional offerings, visit harrisonllp.com.