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Sidley Austin LLP is a prominent global law firm with a remarkable history of nearly 160 years and a team of approximately 2,300 lawyers. The firm is renowned for its innovative legal strategies that deliver impactful results in complex transactional, restructuring, crisis management, investigation, regulatory, and litigation matters. With 21 strategically located offices in key commercial, regulatory, and financial centers, Sidley Austin LLP demonstrates a robust global presence. The firm's team, fluent in over 75 languages, leverages cultural awareness and cross-border legal expertise to navigate the dynamic business environment. Recognized for skillful representation in intricate legal deals, disputes, and regulatory affairs, Sidley Austin LLP provides solutions characterized by quality, business acumen, and efficiency. Emphasizing long-term relationships, the firm aims to fully understand and achieve clients' objectives. The strength of Sidley Austin LLP lies in its people, promoting top talent and teamwork to deliver superior legal services grounded in ethics and integrity. A commitment to an inclusive workplace fosters diverse perspectives, enhancing legal strategies. The firm's dedication to community involvement through civic leadership, volunteering, and pro bono work underscores its values and commitment to making a positive impact.
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One South Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60603
+13128537000
Key People
21 Offices in 9 countries
New York
787 Seventh Avenue, New York, New York 10019
787 Seventh Avenue, New York, New York 10019
+12128395300
Lawyers: 487
Partners: 168
Headquarters
Chicago
One South Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60603
One South Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60603
+13128537000
Lawyers: 405
Partners: 132
Washington
1501 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20005
1501 K Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20005
+12027368000
Lawyers: 271
Partners: 109
London
70 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8BE
70 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8BE
+442073603600
Lawyers: 189
Partners: 51
Dallas
2021 McKinney Avenue Suite 2000, Dallas, Texas 75201
2021 McKinney Avenue Suite 2000, Dallas, Texas 75201
+12149813300
Lawyers: 121
Partners: 33
Houston
1000 Louisiana Street Suite 5900, Houston, Texas 77002
1000 Louisiana Street Suite 5900, Houston, Texas 77002
+17134954500
Lawyers: 73
Partners: 25
Century City
1999 Avenue of the Stars 17th Floor, Los Angeles, California 90067
1999 Avenue of the Stars 17th Floor, Los Angeles, California 90067
+13105959500
Lawyers: 71
Partners: 31
San Francisco
555 California Street Suite 2000, San Francisco, California 94104
555 California Street Suite 2000, San Francisco, California 94104
+14157721200
Lawyers: 61
Partners: 22
Los Angeles
350 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90071
350 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90071
+12138966000
Lawyers: 53
Partners: 18
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1137 Associates, 702 Partners, 169 Counsels across 10 countries:

Global Finance
Syndicated and Leveraged Finance
Corporate
Investment Funds
M&A
United Kingdom of Great Britain

Qualified in England & Wales (UK), 2021
Antitrust and Competition
Merger Control
Compliance
Insurance
Life Sciences
Employment
United Kingdom of Great Britain

Qualified in California (US) & New York (US), 2008
Partner for 8 years
Corporate M&A
Private Equity
Venture Capital
Life Sciences
Healthcare
Technology
China

Qualified in New York (US), 1995
Partner for 26 years
Corporate Governance
M&A
Private Equity
Healthcare Transactions
Business Transactions
Public Companies
United States of America

Qualified in New York (US), 2016
Partner
Real Estate
Private Equity
Entertainment, Sports and Media
Construction and Real Estate Development
Real Estate Finance
Healthcare Transactions
United States of America

Qualified in Hawaii (US) & Washington DC (US), 2007
Partner for 3 years
Environmental Law
Administrative Law
Regulatory Compliance
Litigation
Renewable Energy
United States of America

Qualified in Florida (US) & New York (US), 2014
Product Liability
Mass Torts
Commercial Litigation
Pharmaceuticals
Consumer Products
Multidistrict Litigation
United States of America

Qualified in Hong Kong & New York (US), 2007
Partner for 7 years
Commercial Litigation
Global Arbitration
Private Equity
International Commercial Arbitration
Dispute Resolution
Hong Kong

Qualified in Washington DC (US) & California (US) & England & Wales (UK), 1995
Partner for 22 years
Securities Enforcement and Regulatory
Anti-Money Laundering
Blockchain
Financial Institutions Counseling
Fintech
Global Financial Services
Investment Advisers
Securities Regulatory Counseling and Compliance
Banking & Finance
United States of America

Qualified in New York (US) & England & Wales (UK), 2012
Partner for 4 years
Asset-Backed Finance
Fund Finance
Structured Products
Capital Markets
Securitization
United States of America