About Ira
Ira J. Coleman: Leadership in Corporate and Health Care Law
Since Ira took on his role as Chairman of McDermott Will & Emery in 2017, the firm has embraced a new strategic direction focused on being indispensable to clients, enhancing performance, and nurturing a happy, fun culture. Under his leadership, McDermott adopted the unofficial mantra of #AlwaysBetter, representing the Firm’s commitment to constant improvement with the goal of delivering ever-greater value for our clients, people, and communities.
Outperformance: With this foundation, the firm has outperformed industry averages by consistently achieving double-digit growth across all key metrics. The firm expanded into new practices and geographies while also recruiting top talent. Read the full biography to learn more.
Practice Areas
- Corporate Law
- Health Care Law
Ira Coleman is a seasoned leader in corporate and health care law. His firm, McDermott Will & Emery, has made significant strides since his leadership began in 2017.
Educational Background
- Education: University of Miami School of Law
- Bar Admissions: State Bar of Florida (Florida)
As a recognized leader, Ira holds several prestigious recognitions. He is Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 1997, indicating his continuous excellence and commitment to legal practice.
Awards & Recognitions
- Corporate Law: Ira has been recognized for his contributions to corporate law within the Best Lawyers program, further solidifying his reputation in this field.
- Health Care Law: Similarly, he has also been recognized for his work in health care law within the Best Lawyers program.
Ira’s expertise spans a variety of practice areas including: Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law, Class Actions, Compliance, Corporate, Fraud and Abuse, Hospitals, and Mergers & Acquisitions. He has provided invaluable support to clients across these diverse fields.
Professional Affiliations
- Firms: McDermott Will & Emery
Ira Coleman’s professional journey includes his current role as the Chairman of McDermott Will & Emery, a prominent law firm with a long history in legal services. The company is committed to maintaining its position at the forefront by constantly improving and evolving.
Language Skills
- Languages: English (Primary), Spanish (Secondary)
Ira Coleman’s professional journey includes his current role as the Chairman of McDermott Will & Emery, a prominent law firm with a long history in legal services. The company is committed to maintaining its position at the forefront by constantly improving and evolving.
Location
Ira J. Coleman resides in Miami, Florida, United States, bringing his legal expertise directly to clients within this region.
Practice Areas
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized: Corporate Law
- Recognized: Health Care Law
- Practice Area: Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Practice Area: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Practice Area: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
- Special Focus: Class Actions
- Special Focus: Compliance
- Special Focus: Corporate
- Special Focus: Fraud and Abuse
- Special Focus: Hospitals
- Special Focus: Mergers & Acquisitions
- Special Focus: Transactions