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Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman

San Francisco, California · Led by David Dekker

Revenue

$950M

Lawyers

700+

Offices

10+

Founded

2001

About Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is a powerhouse born from the 2001 merger of two storied firms, combining deep West Coast roots with East Coast sophistication. The firm is celebrated for its strength in technology, energy, and global trade, serving clients at the intersection of innovation and regulation. With a legacy stretching back to the California Gold Rush era through its predecessor firms, Pillsbury continues to shape industries worldwide.

Practice Areas

Technology

Energy & Infrastructure

Global Trade

Real Estate

Litigation

Notable Clients

Pacific Gas & Electric

Lockheed Martin

Samsung

SoftBank

Notable Alumni

Earl Warren, Chief Justice of the United States

William Rehnquist, Chief Justice of the United States (summer associate)

Fun Fact

Pillsbury's predecessor firm, Pillsbury Madison & Sutro, was founded in 1868 during the California Gold Rush and represented the Central Pacific Railroad.

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