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The merger of LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors (LaPorte) and Mauldin & Jenkins (M&J) marks the beginning of a new chapter in client-focused excellence. By combining LaPorte’s deep regional roots with M&J’s century-long legacy and national reach, they have created an accounting powerhouse of over 800 professionals across 19 offices. This strategic alignment isn’t just about scale; it’s about providing clients with the sophisticated technical resources of a Top 100 firm while maintaining the local, trusted relationships they have relied on for decades.
M&J is a respected 100+ year-old firm, headquartered in Atlanta and serving clients across the country. The combined firm operates in 19 offices across eight states, including Louisiana, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, North and South Carolina, and Tennessee.
The alignment of the two firms was a natural fit, driven by shared values and a deep commitment to client success. They had a decades-long history as members of an alliance of independent accounting firms and knew they shared similar workplace cultures. This included a strong focus on strategic advisory services beyond tax and assurance, and a similar focus on industries served, including government, construction, nonprofit, and healthcare, among others. With LaPorte’s strong presence in Baton Rouge, clients continue working with the same trusted team in the same location, while gaining access to M&J’s broader and more robust range of services.
WHY MERGE?
The accounting profession is evolving quickly, shaped by rapid change, increasing technology demands, and ongoing talent pressures. In that environment, LaPorte’s decision to merge with M&J reflected a forward-looking strategy to stay competitive and continue delivering at a high level. The combination strengthened investment in technology, expanded and diversified service offerings, and provided greater scale and visibility in the marketplace. Importantly, the merger allowed the firm to preserve what matters most, a strong commitment to remaining independent and owner-operated, rather than pursuing private equity or a partnership that might not align with their shared culture and long-term vision.
ENHANCED SERVICES
Through this merger, clients gained immediate access to specialized expertise in complex assurance, tax, and advisory matters.
“Record growth in the Baton Rouge metropolitan area made the region an important focus for the firm,” says Brandon Smith, Partner and Advisory Practice Leader at Mauldin & Jenkins. “Beyond standard tax and compliance work, our firm provides a suite of advisory services designed to support owners as they shift their focus from daily operations to high-level strategy. A cornerstone of this approach is the CFO Navigator suite of services, which provides outsourced fractional CFO services, strategic modeling, and financial planning tailored for growing companies. It helps businesses transition from basic accounting to strategic financial management through KPI dashboards, budgeting, and forecasting.”
CONNECT WITH US
Top executives: Hanson Borders, Managing Partner; Eric Bosch, LA/TX Practice Leader
Phone: 225.296.5150
Address: 8555 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 400, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Website: mjcpa.com
Other key offerings now available include cybersecurity exams, legal counsel for tax controversy resolution, and transaction advisory services. The firm also provides specialty tax services, including R&D tax credits and state and local tax (SALT) compliance.
