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    Susan Tripi

    Chief Financial Officer


    • Rochester
    • Office+1 585.263.1143
    • sbtripi@nixonpeabody.com
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    Introduction

    Susan Bileschi Tripi serves as Nixon Peabody’s chief financial officer, leading the firm’s financial strategy and overseeing its performance. By prioritizing innovation and efficiency, Susan ensures the firm’s financial health aligns with its commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

    /My focus

    As CFO, I am committed to enhancing the firm’s financial health and strategic growth. My primary focus is ensuring fiscal responsibility through comprehensive financial planning, forecasting, and reporting, all while aligning our financial strategy with the firm’s long-term business goals. I collaborate closely with firm leadership to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, optimize resource allocation, and drive profitability.

    In addition to overseeing financial operations, I prioritize creating a collaborative environment that fosters innovative solutions to complex financial challenges. By leveraging data-driven insights and industry best practices, I empower our firm to navigate the evolving legal market with agility and confidence.

    Before assuming the role of CFO, I served as the firm’s controller from 2006 to 2024. In that capacity, I managed the firm's financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective management of accounting processes.

    Prior to joining Nixon Peabody in 2006, I served as comptroller of the Rochester (New York) City School District for several years.

    /Looking ahead

    The legal industry is experiencing a profound transformation driven by rapid innovation and the increasing complexity of client demands. Our role is to anticipate these shifts, adapt strategically, and lead the way forward. Law firms that embrace cutting-edge technology, prioritize client-centric solutions, and consistently deliver unparalleled value will not only navigate these changes successfully but also position themselves as indispensable partners to their clients.

    /In the news

    • Law360

      Nixon Peabody elevates longtime controller to finance chief

      This article covers the selection of longtime NP controller Susan Tripi as the firm’s Chief Financial Officer. Susan is quoted in the coverage, discussing the transformation of the legal industry and what she looks forward to in the role. Managing Partner and CEO Steve Zubiago and Chief Operating Officer Rich McCarthy are also quoted in the article from the firm’s press release.

      Jan 8, 2025

    /Education

    University of Dayton, B.A.
    University of Rochester, Simon School of Business, M.B.A.

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