Maggie Callicrate Joins Coblentz as Chief Operating Officer
Coblentz is pleased to announce Maggie Callicrate has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer (COO). As COO, Maggie will lead the firm’s business operations and will work closely with the firm’s Managing Partners on strategic growth initiatives. She will also work closely with the firm’s functional area managers on business practices and systems integral to the legal services provided by the firm.
Maggie brings substantive skills in leadership development, strategy execution and management of functional area teams including finance, marketing and business development, technology, human resources, facilities and information systems. She has more than 25 years of experience in working with law firms to improve operational effectiveness, build teamwork and advance strategic growth.
“The firm couldn’t be more delighted to have Maggie joining the management team,” says Co-Managing Partner, Jeff Knowles. “She brings a wealth of experience and the demonstrated ability to apply it. She is also the kind of person who both inspires confidence and is a pleasure to be around. Professionally and personally, Maggie is a perfect fit.”
Prior to joining Coblentz, Maggie was the COO of New England-based Pierce Atwood LLP. She was also previously a partner in a global consulting firm, advising law firm clients on strategic, competitive and leadership issues; and served as the Chief Executive of a leading law firm in New Zealand. Maggie is currently President-Elect of the College of Law Practice Management.