Colucci becomes the firm’s first Massachusetts-based managing director, reflecting the firm’s commitment to continued growth in the Commonwealth.
Woburn, Mass. and Manchester, N.H. (Jan. 2, 2025) – The law firm of McLane Middleton is pleased to announce that John D. Colucci was elected to serve as the firm’s new Managing Director. McLane Middleton is one of New England’s premier full-service law firms with over 115 attorneys and 25 paralegals in its offices in Manchester, Concord and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Woburn and Boston, Massachusetts.
Based in Manchester, N.H., McLane Middleton celebrates a significant milestone with the appointment of Colucci as the firm’s first Massachusetts-based Managing Director in its 105-year history.
The Managing Director leads the firm’s professional practice and chairs the firm’s Management Committee. Working with the firm’s CEO, he also oversees implementation of the firm’s strategic plan, operations and finances. Colucci’s ascension to the Managing Director role is reflective of the firm’s strategic focus on expanding its presence and deepening its commitment to the Massachusetts market.
Reflecting on the transition, outgoing Managing Director, Barry Needleman said, “It has been an honor to serve as Managing Director of McLane Middleton, and I’m proud of the growth and success we’ve experienced during my tenure. Passing the reins to John is a natural next step for the firm. With his exceptional leadership abilities and dedication to the firm’s core values, I am confident that McLane Middleton will be in great hands.”
In addition to his role as Managing Director, Colucci will continue his legal practice, albeit on a somewhat reduced basis to accommodate his new responsibilities. He has a dual background as both an attorney and CPA and has extensive experience in all areas of business law, including handling commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and business succession planning.
“I am honored to take on this role and excited to lead McLane Middleton as we continue to build on our strong foundation of success,” said Colucci. “As the firm’s first Massachusetts-based managing director, I look forward to furthering our growth and deepening our commitment to serving clients throughout the region.”
Colucci can be reached in the firm’s Woburn office at (781) 904-2691 or john.colucci@mclane.com.