Nutter McClennen & Fish

Nutter McClennen & Fish 

Nutter McClennen & Fish, founded in 1879 by Louis Brandeis and Samuel Warren II, is a US law firm with around 150 attorneys and offices located in both Massachusetts and New York. The firm specializes in middle market M&A transactions, often involving private equity. The firm frequently advises on strategic investments by private equity firms resulting in company restructurings. First-of-its-kind transactions are well within the firm’s grasp as it uses innovative methods to finance complex mergers among other transactions.    

Highlights 

Nutter McClennen & Fish demonstrated its strength in healthcare and consumer transactions in 2024 through standout work for Collaborating Docs and Night Shift Brewing. The firm advised Collaborating Docs on a majority investment by TT Capital Partners, navigating a complex regulatory landscape across 33 states to support the company’s mission of expanding nurse practitioner access and compliance. In the craft beverage space, Nutter represented long-time client Night Shift Brewing in its acquisition by Hendler Family Brewing Company. The deal, led by Nutter’s food and beverage team, positions the combined entity as Massachusetts’ largest craft beer producer and a model for sustainable industry consolidation. 

Key clients 

The firm’s key clients include Agilyx, Definiti, Eastern Bankshares, Night Shift Brewing and Shawmut.