In the last decade, Willkie Farr & Gallagher has experienced remarkable growth by executing a strategic plan aimed at expanding in targeted markets and practices. The firm’s leaders outlined a vision for scaling nearly 10 years ago, a time when the firm generated $640 million in revenue with approximately 550 lawyers. By last year, the firm nearly doubled its headcount and surpassed $1.5 billion in annual revenue, marking a performance that significantly outpaced the Am Law 100 average in several key metrics including revenue, head count, revenue per lawyer, profits per equity partner, and net income.
This growth trajectory elevated Willkie from No. 55 in 2015 to No. 30 in the latest Am Law 100 ranking. For more detailed insights into Willkie’s strategic initiatives and the specifics of its 10-year expansion plan, read the full report here.