Merging Strengths: Ashurst and Perkins Coie Set for Global Impact
The pending merger between Ashurst and Perkins Coie is set to dramatically expand both firms’ service offerings and cross-selling opportunities. This is underscored by their strong rankings across the Chambers Asia-Pacific, Europe, UK, and USA Guides, as well as notable coverage in the Middle East and Africa.
Strengthening Perkins Coie’s Energy, Projects, and Infrastructure Offering
For Perkins Coie, the merger offers a unique opportunity to leverage Ashurst’s institutional strength in energy, projects, and infrastructure. Ashurst’s deep bench and leading rankings across the UK, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging markets will enable the combined firm to deliver a truly global projects and infrastructure platform, while also providing an excellent launchpad to grow the combined firm’s presence in the United States.
Enhancing Ashurst’s IP and Technology Capabilities
Conversely, Ashurst stands to benefit from Perkins Coie’s deeply-held expertise in intellectual property and technology. With Perkins Coie’s strong US rankings in IP, technology, and related litigation, the firm will be well-positioned to enhance its offering in these high-growth sectors, particularly in the UK and Europe, where demand for sophisticated IP and tech counsel continues to rise.
The merger also creates notable synergies for Asian clients. Perkins Coie’s established West Coast presence—serving many Asia-facing technology and investment clients—complements Ashurst’s leadership in the Asia-Pacific. The combined platform will provide seamless cross-border support to Asian corporates and investors with interests spanning the US, UK, and APAC regions.
Building a Unified Global Platform for the Future
In summary, the Ashurst–Perkins Coie merger will deliver a truly global platform, leveraging significant institutional strengths and unlocking new opportunities for clients and lawyers alike across projects, infrastructure, IP, technology, and beyond.