Fox Rothschild congratulates Greensboro, Charlotte and Raleigh Office Managing Partners, Richard A. Coughlin, Jeffrey P. MacHarg and Bradley M. Risinger, who were all recognized by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly as Managing Partners to Watch.

The annual feature spotlights managing partners who are “equal parts administrative genius and skilled legal practitioner.”

Coughlin, selected for the second consecutive year, became Greensboro Managing Partner in 2021. Under his leadership the office has grown to become firm’s largest in the Carolinas. Coughlin also serves as the firm’s Deputy General Counsel where he plays an important part in helping lawyers navigate difficult situations. He told North Carolina Lawyers Weekly that, “if you put in enough effort and promote good communication, you usually can find a solution that benefits everyone.” With an eye toward giving back to the community, Coughlin worked with the office to pledge $100,000 to support a Cone Health mobile health unit that will provide essential medical services to underserved communities in North Carolina.

Honoring his commitment to leadership and adaptability, this marks MacHarg’s third year on the list. Since assuming the Charlotte Managing Partner role in 2021, he has doubled the number of attorneys in the office. MacHarg also led the team’s relocation effort, moving the office into the heart of Charlotte’s central business district. He maintains an active litigation practice with clients spanning a variety of industries. Colleagues continue to be inspired by the passion he brings to both roles, noting to North Carolina Lawyers Weekly that MacHarg remains “fully engaged and has made a significant impact on office life.”

Risinger took the reins as Raleigh Managing Partner in 2022. He brings 35 years of legal experience to the role. A seasoned trial lawyer whose practice centers on commercial disputes, he is highlighted for representing law firms and media outlets denied access to public records by law enforcement — all cases that raise concerns about First Amendment rights and government transparency. A zealous advocate, Risinger says that “especially in today’s climate, this is a fight that’s always worth waging.” North Carolina Lawyers Weekly also cited his involvement in local community organizations, including United Way of North Carolina and NC 211, the state’s health and human services referral network.