Albany, New York January 1, 2025 — Hacker Murphy, LLP is pleased to announce that John F. Harwick has been elected Managing Partner of the firm. Mr. Harwick succeeds James E. Hacker, who previously served with distinction in the role. “John’s leadership, judgment, and commitment to excellence make him exceptionally well-suited to guide the firm into its next chapter,” said Jim Hacker. “His dedication to our clients and to the practice of law reflects the values on which Hacker Murphy was built.”
Mr. Hacker will continue to practice law with the firm as Senior Counsel, concentrating on complex medical malpractice, personal injury, commercial litigation cases and alternative dispute resolution.
Mr. Harwick has been admitted to the bar for 30 years and has been a cornerstone of Hacker Murphy, LLP for the past 28 years. Throughout his career, he has earned a reputation as one of the region’s leading trial attorneys, consistently recognized as a Top 25 Hudson Valley “Super Lawyer” and as one of “The Best Lawyers in America”. In 2025 and 2026, Mr. Harwick was named the “Lawyer of the Year” in the field of plaintiff’s personal injury by “Best Lawyers”. He also has achieved an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell. These recognitions highlight his exceptional work in representing clients in personal injury, medical malpractice, commercial and trust and estate litigation cases.
In his new role as Managing Partner, Mr. Harwick will oversee the strategic direction and day-to-day management of the firm. His practice will remain focused on personal injury cases, commercial litigation and trust and estate contested matters.
Hacker Murphy, LLP is a litigation-focused firm comprised of 16 attorneys, all of whom concentrate on a broad range of civil litigation and criminal defense matters. The firm currently has offices in Albany, Schenectady, Troy and Saratoga. In 2026 the firm will expand into a new headquarters located in Corporate Woods in Albany and will also open a satellite office in Hudson, New York. Under Mr. Harwick’s leadership, the firm will continue to grow its commitment to relentless advocacy and unmatched results.
For more information about Hacker Murphy, LLP, please visit http://www.hackermurphy.com.