In the ever-evolving landscape of international law firms, a merger between magic circle firm Allen & Overy (A&O) and international law firm Shearman & Sterling is under active discussion. As these two industry titans negotiate, it’s speculated that the comparatively simpler European integration could be “the easiest part of the whole deal.”
Surprisingly, when comparing the numbers, it’s apparent that A&O’s footprint in Europe largely outweighs that of Shearman’s, a stark reality mirrored in both the count of individual legal offices and overall lawyer headcount. A set of maps and charts collated by Law.com International illustrates this difference, revealing an indisputably larger European presence for A&O.
Unfortunately, further details of this article are hidden behind a paywall, potentially limiting available information. Therefore, those interested in additional insights or keen on following the merger negotiations closely are encouraged to access the original article on Law.com International.