Overview
Introduction
With a clear corporate focus, Ashurst's U.S.-based attorneys counsel on derivatives, global loans, investment regulation, structured products and taxes The firm has U.S. offices in Texas, New York, and Southern California, and its lawyers collaborate with colleagues around the world on a daily basis.
Firm Stats
Total No. Attorneys (2024)
No. of 1st Year Associates Hired (2023)
No. of Summer Associates (2024)
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Vault Verdict
Because only a few attorneys are hired each year, the recruiting process for Ashurst is competitive and focuses on academic achievement and work experience. Coworkers are friendly and supportive and enjoy both firm-sponsored and pop-up social events. Partners and associates often work closely together, and partners value associate input on matters and provide fruitful feedback through teaching moments. Formal training—including Ashurst Advance and recorded lectures—and on-the-job experience with partners helps associates feel prepared for the complex and challenging work assignments they receive. Even when pushed beyond their comfort or experience level, associates can rely on oversight by more-experienced partners. Projects are distributed fairly, with associate capacity, skill s...
About the Firm
Founded over 200 years ago in London, Ashurst continues to grow worldwide and has established 31 offices in 20 countries. In 2004, Ashurst opened its first U.S. office in New York. Since then, the firm has expanded its national presence with offices in California and Texas.
Bicentennial Behemoth
William Henry Ashurst founded the firm in 1822. He was an attorney with a heart, and he is celebrated for supporting equal rights and the abolishment of slavery. Ashurst’s son, William, Jr., joined the firm in 1843. In the 1850s, partner John Morris was added to the firm. Morris hired Frank Crisp, who became one of the most well-known company lawyers in London and helped elevate the firm into a London powerhouse. Throughout the next hundred years, Ashurst Morris Crisp expanded—first in Eu...
Associate Reviews
- “Our culture is social and supportive. We socialize organically (after work, lunch etc.) but also have regular formal/office organized events. Day-to-day interactions between lawyers, partners, and staff are friendly, warm, and collegial.”
- “Associates socialize together—both at firm-sponsored events and organically. The associates get along very well and get along with the staff well. The partners I work for are great.”
- “Ashurst has an excel...
Why Work Here
Celebrating 200 years of Ashurst
We are celebrating 200 years of Ashurst this year and looking forward to the next 200!
Looking to the future, our clients benefit from our global experience and expertise with in-depth knowledge of key industries. Our innovative approach has already brought law and technology together in our Ashurst Advance practice. To serve our clients holistically, we are growing our risk consultancy and board advisory practices.
Our talented lawyers focus on solutions for our clients. We work with global corporations, financial institutions and governments to contribute to the building of industries and nations, the development of legal and business reforms, and to support our communities across the globe.
We are proud to launch our purpose as part of our celebrations:
Together, we create the extraordinary with our people, clients and communities.
And we are excited to see what the future will bring.
Getting Hired Here
- “Our firm is competitive given the limited number of associates we hire, but we favor those with strong grades, a good attitude, willingness to learn, and interest/experience in infrastructure law.”
- “As a small office, we only take 1-2 summers/year. We have a competitive process that looks for academically strong students as well as those with relevant work experience.”
Perks & Benefits