DLA Piper
DLA Piper is a global law firm that operates through various legal entities worldwide, offering a wide range of legal services and engaging in numerous initiatives including AI, sustainability, and pro bono work.
Company Overview
DLA Piper operates through various separate and distinct legal entities on a global scale. With a significant presence in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific, the firm hosts offices in numerous countries including 20 African nations through DLA Piper Africa, a Swiss verein. The organization is heavily involved in a range of sectors through its extensive professional services network.
Global Scholarships Program
DLA Piper’s Global Scholarships Program supports law students in developing countries. Annual sponsorship is provided for up to 50 students, demonstrating the firm's commitment to fostering legal education and development in regions that need it most. This initiative is part of DLA Piper’s wider corporate social responsibility and pro bono efforts, aiming to build a more inclusive future in the legal sector.
AI for Good Initiative
DLA Piper is a founding sponsor of the United Nations' AI for Good Law Track. The firm is initiating the AI Law and Justice Institute to support this project. Through participation in the AI for Good initiative, which involves 40 United Nations sister agencies, DLA Piper focuses on deploying AI to positively impact law and policy globally. Events such as the AI for Good Global Summit highlight innovations in AI technology and AI's societal impacts.
Global Life Sciences Initiatives
DLA Piper actively engages with the life sciences industry through various initiatives including the annual Global Life Sciences Summit. The summit and related exclusive roundtable events facilitate discussions on innovation and growth within the sector. The firm also publishes the Life Sciences Index biannually, offering detailed insights into industry perceptions around innovation and development within the life sciences landscape.
Podcast Series and Publications
DLA Piper hosts several podcast series that provide insights into various topics, such as US-Latin America relations (Panorama), climate transition (Climate Transition Podcast), and AI (AI ChatRoom). The firm also regularly publishes reports and guides, including the Global M&A Intelligence Report and the International Debt Finance Intelligence Report. These publications supply in-depth analysis and trends, helping businesses and professionals navigate regulatory changes and market developments.