Overview
- A Winston & Strawn spokesperson confirmed discussions on a potential combination with Taylor Wessing, with no formal announcement yet.
- Reporting estimates a combined firm would generate about $1.6 billion (£1.2 billion) in revenue and include more than 1,300 lawyers.
- The Times reports the tie-up would likely reshape Taylor Wessing’s European verein, with Germany and France expected to go independent and other partnerships joining the US combination.
- A partner ballot at Taylor Wessing is expected before any deal proceeds, with around 75% approval understood to be required and no timetable disclosed.
- Coverage describes complementary practices across technology, life sciences and media at Taylor Wessing and high-stakes litigation and white-collar work at Winston & Strawn, alongside notable gaps in recent revenue and partner pay.