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Offit Kurman Continues Growth in Atlanta with Addition of Six Veteran Attorneys

April 1, 2026
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Offit Kurman Continues Growth in Atlanta with Addition of Six Veteran Attorneys

ATLANTA, GA — April 1, 2026 — Offit Kurman is pleased to announce the continued strategic growth of the firm with the addition of six former Taylor Duma partners — Scot Burton, Morris Little Jr., Charles McKnight Jr., Gregory Schultz, Michael Sullivan, and Scott Tobin — to its Atlanta office. The new attorneys strengthen the firm’s business law and transactions, commercial litigation, and real estate law and transactions practices, further expanding its ability to serve clients across a wide range of industries.

The additions enhance Offit Kurman’s presence in the Southeast and reflect the firm’s ongoing commitment to building depth in key markets while maintaining a collaborative, client focused approach to delivering practical legal solutions and long-term value.

“These attorneys align well with Offit Kurman’s full-service platform and our collaborative approach to serving clients,” said Joe English, principal and founder of Offit Kurman’s Atlanta office. “Each brings experience that strengthens our core practices and supports our continued growth in Atlanta. On a personal note, I am especially pleased to be reuniting with longtime friends and colleagues, and I look forward to working with them again as they build their practices in our Atlanta office.”

“These additions reflect our deliberate growth strategy — adding attorneys who share our values and elevate the depth of services we provide our clients,” said Timothy Lynch, president of Offit Kurman. “Atlanta is an important market for the firm, and Scot, Morris, Charles, Gregory, Michael, and Scott bring experience, leadership and the entrepreneurial mindset that strengthens our platform locally and firmwide.”

Scot Burton, principal in the business law and transactions practice group, advises entrepreneurs, investors, real estate developers, and closely held businesses on structuring transactions that support growth and long-term alignment. He brings a business-minded approach to joint ventures, capital raises, mergers and acquisitions, ownership transitions, and tax efficient structuring, informed by prior experience as in-house general counsel and a focus on how deals function in practice.

Morris Little Jr., principal in the firm’s business law and transactions practice group, has more than two decades of experience advising companies on complex transactional, regulatory and operational matters. He draws on 26 years in the airline industry, including senior in-house legal roles, providing clients with a blend of legal and operational insight, particularly in highly regulated and asset intensive industries.

Charles McKnight, principal in the commercial litigation practice group, has more than two decades of experience representing companies and individuals in complex commercial disputes nationwide. He advises clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to international and closely held businesses, with a focus on aligning litigation strategies with broader business objectives.

Gregory Schultz, principal in the real estate law and transactions practice group, has more than 25 years of experience advising developers, lenders, borrowers and owners on commercial real estate matters nationwide. With a background as a certified public accountant, he offers insight into deal economics, tax considerations and financial structuring across a wide range of asset classes.

Michael Sullivan, principal in the business law and transactions practice group, advises U.S. and international businesses on corporate transactions and mergers and acquisitions. His experience includes in-house executive leadership roles, including serving as chief legal officer of a Fortune 250 global manufacturer, where he supported business growth and risk management initiatives.

Scott Tobin, principal in the business law and transactions practice group, advises high-growth and privately held businesses, and their owners, boards, and investors, on strategic transactions, governance, and growth planning. He brings decades of executive, board, and investment experience to matters involving capital raises, mergers and acquisitions, leadership transitions, U.S. market entry, and related corporate and election-law litigation.

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About Offit Kurman

Offit Kurman is a full-service Am Law 200 law firm with more than 300 attorneys providing comprehensive legal counsel across 30+ practice areas. Since its founding in 1987, the firm has served the privately held marketplace focusing on dynamic businesses, individuals, and families—helping them maximize business value and protect personal wealth through innovative, entrepreneurial legal solutions. The firm is distinguished by the quality, breadth, and global reach of its legal services and a unique operational structure that encourages a culture of collaboration.

For more information, visit https://www.offitkurman.com.

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