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Law practice finalises deal with US firm

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November 18, 2025

BRITISH law firm Ashurst has finalised a merger with American practice Perkins Coie, marking the latest in a wave of major transatlantic consolidations within the legal industry.

‘The firm has struck an agreement with Seattle-based Perkins Coie to form a $2.7bn legal practice, which will operate under the name Ashurst Perkins Coie.

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