The sponsorship comes on the heels of the opening of Reed Smith’s Boston office in March, marking the firm’s expansion into New England. Led by managing partner Ian Hohmeister, the Boston office reflects Reed Smith’s investment in key practice areas, including private equity, growth equity, financial institutions, litigation, employment counseling, and commercial disputes. By joining the BBA’s network of more than 155 law firms, in-house legal departments, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and law schools, Reed Smith deepens its engagement with one of the nation’s oldest and most respected legal organizations.

“Reed Smith has a legacy spanning nearly 150 years, and opening our Boston office marks an exciting chapter, one rooted in a city that has long been at the forefront of innovation, finance, and legal excellence,” said Hohmeister. “We are proud to join the Boston Bar Association as a sponsor firm. The BBA’s mission of advancing professional excellence and strengthening the legal profession in Boston reflects the kind of community we want to be part of.”

Rich Page, executive director of the Boston Bar Association, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Reed Smith to the Boston Bar Association community. As Reed Smith establishes its presence in Boston, we look forward to partnering with its attorneys and leaders as they engage with fellow members, contribute their expertise, and advance the profession through the BBA’s programs, initiatives, and public service efforts.”

Reed Smith’s sponsorship of the BBA underscores the firm’s commitment to active engagement in the communities where it operates. The firm’s attorneys in Boston look forward to contributing to the BBA’s programs that support professional development and building connections across the legal community.