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InvestmentMonday, October 19, 2026

Charlesbank backs Wood Smith Henning & Berman via MSO

Charlesbank has backed national trial firm Wood Smith Henning & Berman through a newly formed management services organization.

Charlesbank has invested in Wood Smith Henning & Berman through a newly formed management services organization, backing the national trial law firm.

Wood Smith Henning & Berman was founded in 1997 and represents insurers and corporate clients. It has more than 550 attorneys across 43 offices in 23 states.

Deal facts

Target
Wood Smith Henning & Berman
Business
National trial law firm representing insurers and corporate clients, with more than 550 attorneys across 43 offices in 23 states.
Buyer
Charlesbank
Deal type
Investment
Status
Announced, not yet closed
Announced
Monday, October 19, 2026

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