Corporate Counsel (Law.com)

More Big Law Leaders, 'Open to Growth,' Are Willing to Consider Mergers

Big‑law partners are increasingly signaling openness to growth through mergers, a shift highlighted by recent high‑profile talks such as Ashurst‑Perkins Coie, Hogan Lovells‑Cadwalader, and Taylor Wessing‑Winston & Strawn. Data from ALM shows a surge in lateral moves whenever merger rumors surface, amplifying market volatility. Firms are using cross‑border combinations to balance corporate and litigation revenues and to broaden geographic footprints. The trend reflects a broader industry drive to achieve scale, diversify services, and meet client expectations for integrated legal solutions.