The Denver Business Journal (DBJ) Executive Insights series featured Taft’s Colorado and Nevada Partner-in-Charge Lyle Wallace and the firm’s former Mountain West Chairman and Colorado Partner-in-Charge Stefan Stein.

Wallace and Stein spoke to DBJ Market President and Publisher Keith Dennis about the significance of the Taft/Sherman & Howard (S&H), the firm’s continued growth, its commitment to culture, and long-term goals.

Speaking on the positive impact of the Taft/S&H merger, Stein said: “The merger has really made us a magnet for talent. Lateral attorneys are reaching out to us after the merger because they see the opportunities here. We’ve added roughly 37 attorneys in our Mountain West offices since the merger, and that really has broadened and strengthened our capabilities in areas like corporate, intellectual property, fintech, labor and employment, public finance, and real estate. In essence, the way I really look at this is the merger has meant more resources, more talent, and greater opportunities for our clients and our Mountain West team.”

As the newly appointed Colorado partner-in-charge, Wallace outlined his goals for the Denver office as client service, community engagement, growth, and culture. When discussing Taft’s growth, he stated: “We’ve been very fortunate to grow significantly since the merger was announced in September of 2024, and that is a continued focus for us. It’s not just growth for growth’s sake. It’s really being focused on what our clients’ needs are. So, there are very specific areas that we’re continuing to grow in, but as opportunities come up for us to add legal talent, we’re always looking to do that.”

Effective Jan. 1, 2025, S&H combined with Taft, the first of three mergers in 2025. The firm also added Morris, Manning & Martin (Atlanta and Washington, D.C.) and Mrachek Law (Florida). Taft enters 2026 as an Am Law 100 firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 25 offices nationwide and projected revenues exceeding $1 billion.

About Taft

Founded in 1885, Taft is one of the nation’s fastest-growing law firms, with a 140-year legacy rooted in the historic Taft family. With more than 1,250 attorneys and a modern, non-headquarter operating model, Taft is committed to delivering exceptional legal service to today’s organizations and individuals. The firm is recognized nationally in the Am Law 100, Chambers USA, Best Lawyers®, and Super Lawyers. Learn more at Taftlaw.com.