Bakers decide to beef up team in domestic back yard

Baker & McKenzie is putting into effect a growth plan for its North American presence, recognising that only 8 of its 77 offices are located in the US.
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Bakers decide to beef up team in domestic back yard

Sergey Nivens

Only 15 per cent of its lawyers are located in the US - the lowest proportion among the top ten grossing American law firms. Chair Eduardo Leite says: 'North America is key for us, and we have a North American growth plan'.

M&A 

The 4,200-lawyer practice has increased its lateral hiring activity in North America and says it is looking for acquisitions. Source: Chicago Business

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