Overview
Introduction
A top global firm, A&O Shearman handles significant has nearly 4,000 lawyers across 48 offices in 29 countries, with approximately 650 attorneys reporting to a U.S. office. The firm handles significant international and U.S. matters, and is well known in the U.S. for its Project Finance, Banking & Financial Services, and Securities/Capital Markets practices, among others.
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About the Firm
Born of the 2024 merger of U.K.-based Allen & Overy and U.S.-based Shearman & Sterling, the new Allen Overy Shearman Sterling—more commonly known as A&O Shearman—has nearly 4,000 lawyers across 48 offices in 29 countries, with approximately 650 attorneys reporting to a U.S. office.
Both Sides of the Pond
Allen & Overy’s history goes back to 1930, when the firm was founded in London. Over the following decades, A&O became one of London’s most prominent legal shops, and expanded internationally. Founded in New York City over 150 years ago, Shearman & Sterling forged relationships with Wall Street powerhouse clients from the start. A&O Shearman builds on the significant global reach, rosters of well-known clients, and international p...
Why Work Here
Allen & Overy has it both ways
Allen & Overy associates frequently evoke not one but two elements of their firm's culture. "Reserved," says a member of the U.S. Law Group in London, "but friendly." Another U.S.-trained attorney in London calls the firm "relaxed and professional." In New York, an associate picks up the thread, labeling the firm "friendly and professional." Still another New Yorker describes the firm as follows: "Friendly, down-to-earth, welcoming, but hard-working and high-achieving."
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