Prominent law firm names chief operating officer

SARASOTA — Williams Parker named Beth Collins chief operating officer.

Collins will lead and manage the Sarasota-based law firm’s administrative functions, including accounting, human resources, marketing and facilities, according to a press release. She is also responsible for overseeing the development and execution of the firm’s strategic objectives.

She joins the firm from Volpe and Koenig PC in Philadelphia, where she served as executive director. Collins has over two decades of management experience in the legal industry, the release says.

“Beth’s extensive leadership experience and industry expertise will help drive our firm’s continued growth and success as we approach our 100th anniversary, while maintaining our dedication to providing exceptional client service,” says Ric Gregoria, president of Williams Parker, in the statement. 

Williams Parker was founded in 1925. The firm has over 50 attorneys and 60 staff members. It has a trusts and estates practice, as well as real estate, business, tax, employment, health care and litigation practices.