"I think we should merge." Will Gardner said, leaning back in his seat. Him and his partner, Diane Lockhart were in the law offices of Florick/Agos and Associates.
"Is this because you guys got married in 'secret' last week?" Cary Agos asked.
Alicia Florick, soon to be Gardner once the paperwork came through smiles across the table at her husband. Their wedding hadn't been that much of a secret. Her children were there and so were Diane, Cary, Kalinda and Owen. It was at the courthouse and then everyone went out for dinner at a restaurant they frequented. "This is an amazing opportunity Cary. Our two firms are the top in Chicago. This way we will be able to open the New York firm like we wanted."
"We will all be equal partners and there are currently two floors above us for rent so you'll have room to bring in all of your associates and we can decide then who will fit at the New York office." Diane explained.
"Alicia and I were wondering if anyone would object to us running the New York office." Will said.
Cary had to admit he felt a little betrayed. Everyone had been talking about this merger behind his back. It would be beneficial however to agree to this merge. He and Alicia had most definitely proven themselves as top lawyers in Chicago. Their firm had grown from nothing and in only three years, had matched Lockhart/Gardner in prestige and revenue.
"Fine. But Diane and I get Kalinda."