International Lawyers Network

The International Lawyers Network (ILN) is a distinguished and non-exclusive network of high-quality mid-sized law firms, committed to facilitating legal services with a global reach, particularly for clients with international needs. Since 1988, the ILN has played a pivotal role in helping its members stay aligned with the ever-evolving dynamics of the global economy. With an extensive presence across 67 countries on six continents, the ILN is uniquely positioned to offer seamless legal services, often catering to cross-border matters, from a collective of like-minded and top-tier legal practices.

In the Asia Pacific region, where business and trade are flourishing, the ILN stands as a reliable and valuable resource for clients seeking proficient foreign counsel. Our members are dedicated to providing personalised, first-rate, and cost-effective legal services that align with the specific demands of the Asia Pacific market. What sets the ILN apart is the deep-rooted personal and professional relationships cultivated among its members and clients over a span of more than three decades. Far from a mere directory of law firms, the ILN is an association of lawyers who frequently convene on a regional and global scale, collaborating seamlessly to address the unique requirements of their clients in the Asia Pacific region and beyond.

Each of the ILN’s member firms is international in outlook and staffed by highly trained senior attorneys, with demonstrated experience in working successfully with global companies. They are independent, mid-sized firms within their jurisdictions and are committed to the focus of the International Lawyers Network, admitted to the Network only after a rigorous application process. The ILN provides clients with outstanding service from experienced local counsel who work in firms that maintain excellent reputations in their own countries. This means that clients have immediate access to attorneys who are native, both linguistically and culturally, to the country of interest.

Every ILN member firm within the Asia Pacific region is characterised by its international outlook, staffed with highly trained senior attorneys, each boasting a proven track record of working successfully with global enterprises. These independent, mid-sized firms undergo a rigorous application process to join the Network, ensuring that they are aligned with the ILN's core values. By partnering with ILN member firms, clients in the Asia Pacific gain access to experienced local counsel who hold excellent reputations within their respective countries. This equips them with immediate access to lawyers who are not only native to the Asia Pacific region but also deeply connected linguistically and culturally, making them ideal partners for legal matters in the region.

In recognition of its outstanding contributions to the global legal landscape, the ILN was honoured as the Global Law Firm Network of the Year by The Lawyer European Awards in 2021. The Network has consistently been shortlisted as Global Law Firm Network of the Year by The Lawyer in 2010, 2016, 2017, 2022, and 2023, showcasing its unwavering commitment to excellence. Since 2011, the ILN has held a place in Chambers & Partners' Leading Law Firm Network list, further strengthening its reputation as a key player in the legal industry. In 2021, the ILN advanced its ranking to be included in the top two percent of law firm networks globally.

Today, the ILN continues to stand at the forefront of legal networks, marked by its expansive reach, unparalleled capability, and depth of expertise. The excellence, demonstrated experience, worldwide presence, and relationships fostered by the International Lawyers Network combine to make it one of the preeminent associations of independent law firms in the world. For clients in the Asia Pacific region seeking world-class legal services with a deep understanding of the region's nuances, the ILN is the trusted partner of choice.