ACP Makes a Motion into Legal Services with Acquisition of Counsel Press

Align Capital Partners ("ACP") Expands Legal Services Platform by Acquiring Counsel Press

Cleveland & Dallas-based private equity firm, Align Capital Partners ("ACP"), has announced its acquisition of Counsel Press, Inc., a national legal process outsourcing provider focused on appellate services. This strategic move allows ACP to partner with Counsel Press' management team and support its growth initiatives in building a diversified legal services platform. The acquisition presents an exciting opportunity for ACP to enter the legal services industry and expand its offerings.

Counsel Press, established in 1938 and headquartered in New York, assists attorneys and clients across the country in navigating the complex appellate filing process. The company provides comprehensive services including court rules and document preparation, litigation workflow, legal research, and writing. Each year, Counsel Press prepares and files over 8,000 appeals, working with more than 2,900 law firms, including 98 of the Am Law 100.

Scott Thompson, CEO of Counsel Press, expressed enthusiasm about partnering with ACP, stating, "As Counsel Press looks toward future expansion and evolution, we are thrilled to partner with the ACP team to help accelerate growth. Counsel Press is confident that our consultative approach, subject matter expertise, and years of experience provide us with a great foundation to support legal proceedings on a larger scale."

ACP's Partner, Matt Iodice, commended Counsel Press' market expertise, operational excellence, and collaborative culture. He emphasized the importance of the company's unique client-facing technology and talented industry professionals in navigating the complexities of the legal system. ACP believes it is well-equipped to support Counsel Press' add-on growth initiatives and evaluate the company's operating resources as the industry becomes increasingly complex.

With this acquisition, Counsel Press and ACP will pursue further mergers and acquisitions in the core appellate market. Additionally, they will explore expanding services to their broad customer base, including the Am Law 100. The transaction was led by Managing Partner Rob Langley, Operating Partner Joe Eazor, Vice President Matt Bowen, and Senior Associate Vijay Senthilkumar. Counsel Press received advisory services from JEGI CLARITY, while ACP was advised by McGuire Woods.

About Counsel Press:

Counsel Press is the largest nationwide provider of appellate services in the United States, offering a comprehensive suite of best-in-class legal services. With fully staffed offices in 12 locations across the country and production centers in 6 locations, Counsel Press assists attorneys in preparing, filing, and serving appeals in state or federal appellate courts. For more information, visit [counselpress.com](https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.counselpress.com%2Findex.cfm&esheet=53668037&newsitemid=20231023549862&lan=en-US&anchor=counselpress.com&index=2&md5=4333fc785c7dbbdda5c340a01a157718).

About Align Capital Partners:

Align Capital Partners is a growth-oriented private equity firm that collaborates with business owners and management teams to achieve shared success. With $1.5 billion in committed capital, ACP operates investment teams in Cleveland and Dallas. Specializing in the business services, technology, specialty manufacturing, and distribution sectors, ACP makes control investments in differentiated companies within the lower-middle market segment. For more information, visit [aligncp.com](https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aligncp.com&esheet=53668037&newsitemid=20231023549862&lan=en-US&anchor=aligncp.com&index=3&md5=781d39519f9474dc932f9194ca635771).

In conclusion, ACP's acquisition of Counsel Press marks an important step into the legal services industry. By joining forces, ACP and Counsel Press aim to provide enhanced support to attorneys and clients in navigating the appellate process. With ACP's resources and expertise, Counsel Press will be well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory and expand its service offerings. As the legal landscape evolves, ACP's entry into the sector showcases its commitment to diversifying its portfolio of investments and delivering value to its stakeholders.