Margolis Edelstein is proud to announce that Christopher Tinari joins Michael McKenna in leading the firm as Managing Partner. Tinari is the second Managing Partner in the firm’s 65-year history. Both hold the title of Managing Partner and will collaborate to share responsibilities, ensuring cohesive and effective leadership. This new leadership structure reflects the firm’s commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and continued excellence in serving our clients throughout the region.
As the Managing Partner for the past thirty years, McKenna has been instrumental in the firm’s continued growth and success. Under his leadership, the firm has grown from two to nine offices across three states, establishing a reputation as a premier insurance litigation law firm. A highly respected insurance litigator, McKenna has tried hundreds of complex cases across the Eastern United States and Puerto Rico, earning recognition as one of the region’s foremost authorities in insurance litigation.
Joining McKenna in this collaborative leadership role is Christopher Tinari, who began his career with Margolis Edelstein in 1995 immediately following law school. Over nearly three decades, Tinari has built a distinguished practice specializing in labor and employment law, professional liability, complex commercial litigation, defamation, and government liability matters. He led the expansion of the firm’s Labor and Employment Practice Group from one to over twenty-five lawyers within ten years, reflecting his dedication to developing and enhancing the practice. His passion for fostering a culture of growth and mentorship will ensure the long-term success and growth of the firm.
Together, Michael McKenna and Christopher Tinari will guide the firm’s future, combining their significant expertise and shared commitment to innovation, service, and client success. Please join us in celebrating this exciting milestone in Margolis Edelstein’s history. Effective and visionary leadership has been key to ME’s enduring success. By focusing on thoughtful succession planning, we reaffirm our dedication to the firm’s future while promoting sustained growth, innovation, and stability. This forward-thinking strategy enhances our internal leadership pipeline, supporting employee development, engagement, and retention.
“I hired Chris out of law school thirty years ago and watched his remarkable growth as a lawyer, partner, leader, and friend. I trust him, professionally and personally, with anything. We share a vision of the firm’s future: bright, secure, successful, a place where careers prosper,” McKenna said. “As we continue our record growth, I am proud to welcome Christopher Tinari as the second Managing Partner in the firm’s 65-year history. I am proud of his leadership and accomplishments, and I am excited to lead the firm with a trusted partner, colleague, and friend.”
Throughout his career, Tinari has earned a reputation for his strategic approach to litigation, his unwavering commitment to client success, and his ability to navigate high-stakes cases with exceptional skill and precision. Tinari’s wealth of experience, innovative mindset, and dynamic leadership have been pivotal in shaping the firm’s trajectory. His commitment to excellence and forward-thinking vision aligns seamlessly with our core values, instilling confidence that under his guidance, Margolis Edelstein will continue to flourish and break new ground.
“Margolis Edelstein is my professional home, and I am deeply honored to have earned the trust of my colleagues to step into this leadership role. I take the responsibility that comes with it very seriously,” said Tinari. “It has been a privilege to work alongside Michael McKenna, first as my supervising partner and now as my partner in leading the firm into this new chapter. This is an exciting time for our firm. The legal industry is evolving rapidly, and we are shaping our future by harnessing our collective strengths to better serve our clients.”
Tinari is recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® as a leading lawyer in Labor & Employment Litigation and by Super Lawyers in the area of Labor & Employment Law. He is also AV® Preeminent rated by the Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating system. Tinari was recently recognized by The Legal Intelligencer’s Professional Excellence Award with the Law Firm Mentors Award. He graduated from The Episcopal Academy before earning his BA from Boston University and his JD from Villanova University School of Law.
About Margolis Edelstein
Margolis Edelstein is focused on shaping the future of legal services while honoring the vision of our founder, Alan Margolis, a dynamic and forward-thinking leader. With over 65 years of history, we have built a strong legacy of excellence and continue to grow and innovate to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Our nine strategically located offices enable us to serve clients throughout Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
As a founding member of The Harmonie Group, an international, invitation-only network of independent law firms, and its affiliation with the Canadian Litigation Counsel, Margolis Edelstein remains connected to global resources.
Margolis Edelstein is a dynamic, forward-thinking law firm with a strong reputation for providing exceptional legal services across a range of industries. With a history of success built on integrity, innovation, and client-centric solutions, the firm continues to evolve and adapt to the ever-changing legal landscape. Margolis Edelstein is dedicated to delivering top-tier legal representation while embracing cutting-edge technology and progressive strategies to meet the unique needs of its diverse clientele. The firm’s commitment to excellence, combined with its deep industry knowledge, ensures that clients receive not just legal advice, but a partnership that drives success in today’s complex and competitive environment. Always looking ahead, Margolis Edelstein remains committed to growing its team of talented professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, and making a positive impact in the legal community and broader society, all while maintaining a focus on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and delivering measurable results.
