Winston Taylor creates major transatlantic firm

Winston Taylor, the new transatlantic powerhouse law firm established from the combination of Winston & Strawn and Taylor Wessing's U.K.-led business, officially launched today. This merger aims to meet the needs of the businesses, people, and markets driving capital and innovation, positioning the firm as one of the largest transatlantic law firms with over 1,400 lawyers across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. “As Winston Taylor, we are centered on a client-first approach and will be working shoulder to shoulder with our clients at the cutting edge of industry and ingenuity,” said Chairman Steve D’Amore, highlighting the firm’s commitment to a collaborative working relationship with clients.

The newly formed Winston Taylor operates from 20 offices in major commercial centres that are critical to its clientele. The firm’s diverse capabilities encompass major litigation, critical transactions, strategic IP, and private wealth, reflecting its strength in key client sectors such as technology, media & telecommunications, life sciences & healthcare, financial services, and projects, energy & infrastructure. “We have created a unified, transatlantic team focused on providing unparalleled service to clients and attracting the best practitioners in the major hubs of innovation and capital,” said Shane Gleghorn, Managing Partner of Europe and Middle East, as he discussed the firm’s strategy to leverage its combined presence.

With the completion of this historic combination, Winston Taylor merges two firms with over 400 years of combined history. The expanded capabilities in corporate, private equity, real estate, finance, antitrust, regulatory, and private wealth empower the firm to deliver end-to-end global business strategy and support for its clients, marking a significant milestone in the legal market.