Harrity & Harrity, LLP Names John Harrity and Paul Gurzo as Co-Managing Partners for 2026 and Beyond

Firm expands leadership to accelerate AI-driven innovation and scale client service

Fairfax, VA, January 2, 2026: Harrity & Harrity, LLP, a leading patent law firm recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation, today announced that John Harrity and Paul Gurzo have been named Co-Managing Partners, effective January 1, 2026.

This transition reflects a strategic evolution in the firm’s leadership structure, designed to deepen collaboration and position Harrity to lead through a rapidly changing intellectual property landscape.

The patent field is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history, driven by AI and automation. As client expectations shift toward greater speed, predictability, and scalability, without sacrificing legal and technical rigor, Harrity is investing aggressively to help shape what the next era of patent practice looks like.

“Over the past 25 years, we built Harrity with a singular focus: exceptional quality and service, delivered through innovation,” said John Harrity, Co-Managing Partner. “Now the industry is being reinvented by AI, and the next several years will define which firms set the standard and which firms follow. This co-leadership structure with Paul strengthens our ability to scale what makes us different different—AI-enabled efficiency, uncompromising quality control, and absolute reliability for our clients.”

Paul Gurzo, Co-Managing Partner, added: “This is a pivotal moment for patent law. Our goal is to lead—not react—by pairing deep technical strength with systems, automation, and AI that make our work faster, more consistent, and more defensible. I’m excited to help drive the next phase of Harrity’s growth while continuing to raise the bar for client outcomes.”

Under their joint leadership, Harrity will continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies, build deeper client partnerships, and empower its team to deliver unparalleled patent services. The firm’s co-leadership model reinforces Harrity’s commitment to efficiency, quality, and future-readiness in an AI-driven legal environment.

About Harrity & Harrity, LLP:

Harrity & Harrity is a leading patent law firm specializing in electrical and mechanical technologies. Built for the AI era, the firm leverages advanced automation, proprietary analytics, and precision-driven processes to deliver high-quality patent services with speed and consistency. Harrity & Harrity is committed to partnering with innovative companies to protect their most valuable inventions, while setting the standard for excellence, opportunity, and forward-thinking solutions in the patent industry. Learn more at www.harrityllp.com.

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