Counsel Press Acquires Cockle Legal Briefs

NEW YORK, August 7, 2024–Counsel Press Inc. (“Counsel Press” or the “Company”), an outsourced legal services platform of Align Capital Partners (“ACP”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cockle Printing Co. d/b/a Cockle Legal Briefs (“Cockle”). This strategic acquisition, completed in March, reinforces Counsel Press’ position as a leader in the appellate services market.

Cockle has been a trusted name in the appellate services industry, serving thousands of clients nationwide. The acquisition will bolster Counsel Press’ Supreme Court presence and expand its customer base across the United States.

Andy Cockle, President and third-generation family owner of Cockle, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “This was the right time in Cockle’s growth journey to partner with Counsel Press. As the market leader in appellate services, Counsel Press was a natural home for Cockle given our shared passion for delivering high-quality services to customers.”

Scott Thompson, CEO of Counsel Press, added, “Cockle has built a legacy of excellence in the appellate services market. Their addition strengthens our Supreme Court capabilities and reaffirms our commitment to providing unparalleled service to our clients. I am thrilled to welcome Cockle to the Counsel Press family.”

About Counsel Press

Counsel Press, the largest nationwide provider of appellate services in the United States, has been setting the highest standard in appellate preparations since 1938, earning it the title, The Appellate Experts®. The Company offers an expansive suite of best-in-class legal services, assisting attorneys with expert preparation, filing, and serving of appeals in state and federal appellate courts. For more information, visit counselpress.com.

About Align Capital Partners

Align Capital Partners is a growth-oriented private equity firm that partners with business owners and management teams to create shared success. ACP manages $1.6 billion in committed capital with investment teams in Cleveland and Dallas. ACP brings experience and resources to help lower-middle market companies accelerate their growth to the benefit of management, employees, and the firm’s investors. ACP makes control investments in differentiated companies within the business services, technology, specialty manufacturing, and distribution sectors. For more information, visit aligncp.com.

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