Today, Cullen and Dykman has offices in Albany, Hackensack, Princeton, Washington, DC and Battery Park in lower Manhattan. With strong ties to Brooklyn, the firm still represents Brooklyn Union Gas Company and half a dozen other major well-known Brooklyn institutions.
A legacy of excellence
The firm’s history begins with its founder, Alexander McCue, who established the firm in Brooklyn during a period of rapid growth.
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A graduate of Columbia College, McCue played a pivotal role in shaping the city’s development. Notably, his work on the Brooklyn Bridge, including procuring land for the bridge’s construction, helped lay the foundation for the firm’s future. The firm also provided counsel to the bridge’s trustees in key litigation involving patents, claims and negligence related to this landmark project.
Cullen and Dykman takes its name from Edgar M. Cullen, a former chief judge of the New York Court of Appeals, who rejoined the firm in 1915 after retiring from the bench in 1913, and William N. Dykman, a prominent attorney who had been with the firm since 1878. Despite significant growth, the firm’s name remained unchanged. Dykman later served as president of the New York State Bar Association in 1923 and 1924.
Photo courtesy of Blank & StollerA commitment to the future
Today, the firm’s expertise encompasses a diverse range of industries and clients, including our representation of major financial institutions, energy and communications companies, higher education institutions, insurance companies, construction and contractors, commercial real estate owners and developers (including tax certiorari), nonprofits and religious organizations, major domestic and international business entities, start-ups, private equity and venture capital groups and those in need of tax planning or trust and estate planning.
Christopher H. Palmer, managing partner of Cullen and Dykman LLP.
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“We’ve seen a lot of change in 175 years, and we’re proud of how far we’ve come. What remains constant is our focus on delivering exceptional legal counsel and helping our clients succeed,” said Christopher H. Palmer, managing partner of Cullen and Dykman. “As we celebrate this milestone, we’re focused on continuing to build on our legacy of success and driving the future of the firm.”
To mark its 175th anniversary, Cullen and Dykman hosted a year-long series of events, engaging clients, employees and the community to celebrate the firm’s legacy and its continued growth.
About Cullen and Dykman LLP Today
Cullen and Dykman LLP remains a full-service law firm that clients have trusted to deliver top-tier, cost-effective legal services since 1850. With over 190 attorneys in seven offices located throughout the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions, Cullen and Dykman is strategically positioned to meet the changing needs and demands of our clients.