Miles & Stockbridge Expands Richmond Team with Three Key Hires

Miles & Stockbridge, an Am Law 200 firm with over 200 lawyers and offices in Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia and New York, has significantly strengthened its Richmond presence with three strategic hires. Veteran commercial real estate finance lawyer Matt Murcko joins as a principal, bringing over 30 years of experience handling complex credit transactions including construction loans, working capital facilities, and automobile dealership financing nationwide. He reunites with former colleague Chris Vinyard and follows construction lawyer Andy Mathews' recent arrival, signaling the firm's aggressive expansion strategy in the growing Richmond market.

The firm also welcomes Emily Bittner as counsel and Phoebe Brannock as associate, both bringing valuable expertise to support growth in real estate and environmental practices. Bittner's background includes advising on environmental regulatory issues and real estate development, while Brannock specializes in transactions, zoning, and land use matters. Managing principal John Badman IV emphasized that these additions enhance the legal services provided to clients across Virginia and beyond, reflecting the firm's disciplined, client-focused approach to expansion.

Chairman Nancy W. Greene highlighted that the continued growth aligns with maintaining the firm's strong culture while meeting evolving client needs. Murcko expressed excitement about joining what he called "the perfect platform" to serve clients, benefiting from the firm's extensive resources and services. This expansion comes just one month after Mathews joined the Richmond office, demonstrating Miles & Stockbridge's commitment to building a comprehensive legal team capable of handling complex commercial real estate and environmental matters in the region.