Mayer Brown
Chicago, IL · Led by Jon Van Gorp
Revenue
$1.4B
Lawyers
1,600+
Offices
27+
Founded
1881
About Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown is one of the world's largest and most globally integrated law firms, with a particularly formidable presence in banking, finance, and capital markets. Founded in Chicago over 140 years ago, the firm has built an unrivaled global platform spanning the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Mayer Brown's deep expertise in structured finance, derivatives, and cross-border transactions has made it the trusted advisor for many of the world's largest financial institutions.
Practice Areas
Notable Clients
Notable Alumni
Tyrone Fahner
Harold Washington advisor team members
Lee Furey
Fun Fact
Mayer Brown was one of the first major American law firms to establish a truly integrated global partnership structure, with offices across three continents operating as a single firm rather than as a network of affiliates.
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