Kessler Topaz Messler & Check name partner David Kessler. Courtesy photo 'Training to Replace Yourself': Kessler Topaz Co-Founder Set to Retire
"It was a goal of mine to be done at the age of 60," said Kessler, whose firm grew from six to almost 100 attorneys. "I never wanted to be the person sticking around."
October 25, 2024 at 02:37 PM
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Succession Planning
What You Need to Know
- David Kessler, name partner of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, announced he is set to retire from the firm at the end of 2024.
- According to Kessler, who estimated that his succession plan has been in the works for the past two years, his responsibilities will be shared among multiple members of the firm
David Kessler, name partner and co-founder of securities class action firm Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, is set to retire at the end of the year after 28 years with the firm.
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