Perkins Coie LLP
Perkins Coie LLP, founded in 1912, is a large law firm headquartered in Seattle, WA, with 21 offices globally and a team of 2,921 employees. The firm is recognized for its excellence in various legal practices and its commitment to diversity and pro bono work.
Company History
Perkins Coie LLP was founded in 1912. Over more than a century, the firm has established itself as a leading player in the law practice industry. With a team size of 2921 and headquarters in Seattle, WA, the firm has expanded to 21 offices across the United States, Asia, and Europe. Today, it stands as the 14th largest law firm in the United States by attorney headcount, according to Law360 in 2023.
Legal Services
Perkins Coie LLP offers a wide range of legal services. These include Antitrust & Consumer Protection, Corporate Law, Environment, Energy & Resources, Intellectual Property Law, Labor & Employment Law, Litigation, Political Law, Privacy & Security, Product Liability Litigation, Real Estate & Land Use, Trust & Estate Planning, and White Collar & Investigations. Additionally, the firm provides specialized industry services in areas like Aerospace & Transportation, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical, Blockchain, Cannabis Law, Clean Technology, Energy Law, Financial Institutions, Fintech, and more.
Industry Expertise
Perkins Coie LLP is recognized for its industry-specific expertise spanning various sectors. These include Aerospace & Transportation, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical, Blockchain, Digital Assets & Custody, Cannabis Law, Clean Technology, Energy Law, Financial Institutions, Fintech, Food & Beverage, Healthcare, Interactive Entertainment, Internet of Things (IoT), Mining, Semiconductor, and Sports. The firm's specialized knowledge helps clients navigate complex legal landscapes in these industries.
Awards and Recognition
Perkins Coie LLP has received numerous accolades, emphasizing its prominence and excellence. The firm has been named among the '100 Best Companies to Work For' by Fortune for 22 consecutive years (2003-2024). Chambers USA has recognized 194 of its lawyers, including 53 ranked Band 1, in 2024. Best Lawyers® has acknowledged 388 attorneys, with 30 named 'Lawyer of the Year' in 2024. The firm was also named 'Law Firm of the Year' in Technology and Mining by prestigious organizations.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Perkins Coie LLP prides itself on a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. The firm has been consistently ranked among the Best Workplaces for Diversity™ by Great Place to Work® and Fortune. It received the Minority Corporate Counsel Association’s (MCCA) Thomas L. Sager Award and the Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus for Firm Leadership Inclusion from Diversity Lab. Recognized as the #1 Best Law Firm for Women and Diversity by Seramount in 2023, the firm is also a recipient of Weyerhaeuser’s Law Department Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award.