By Ryne Hodkowski
Daily Journal Staff Writer
BEVERLY HILLS - Seventeen years ago, Rosenfeld, Meyer & Susman LLP had more than 70 lawyers. The Beverly Hills firm, founded in 1957, spent years growing while representing MCA Inc. and all of its talent. Clients over the years included Groucho Marx, Jack Benny, Marlon Brando and Gregory Peck.
But in 1995, Seagram Co. bought MCA and cleaned house. Rosenfeld, Meyer & Susman lost the biggest client it ha... (continued)
Oct. 5, 2012
Bigger isn't always better
The loss of a major client in 1995 led Rosenfeld, Meyer & Susman to trim its ranks from 70 to 12 lawyers. But the firm's lawyers say shrinking operations helped them gain independence and diversify their client base.
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